Oaxaca [wah-HAH-kah]

Oaxaca [wah-HAH-kah]

by | Apr 29, 2020 | Away For A While, Getaways, Spring 2020

Flying into the small airport of Oaxaca (pronounced wah-HAH-kah), Mexico, I noticed the patchwork of farm fields covering the landscape. I travelled to Oaxaca during the warm Christmas season when the temperature averages around 81 degrees Fahrenheit. The people of...
Secret Gardens

Secret Gardens

by | Apr 12, 2018 | Culture, Fall 2018, Life

Throughout the hustle and bustle of cities, you will find whimsical pockets of nature tucked away between alleyways and abbeys. Some are cached away, kept as a secret of sorts from unsuspecting passersby; others may be better known yet inadvertently overlooked. While...
Escapades: Gardens

Escapades: Gardens

by | Jan 8, 2018 | Escapades, Winter 2018

Visiting gardens around the world is a great way to gain insight into the different cultures and aesthetics of the local people. Gardens vary greatly from region to region, featuring both native plant life and exotic flora, displaying the flowers most valued by the...