America, Musings, Travel

A Hidden Bookstore Gem in NYC

I happily read Janis's account of her recent road trip and discovering an extraordinary bookshop. It made me think about the bookshops Les, and I had stumbled across while strolling along city streets, especially one where somebody can find the real heart and soul of a city in iconic places that have defined cool since “cool” became a word.

Life at No.22, Local Walks, Walks

Nature as an Architectural Experience

When an architectural design is mentioned, most of us automatically start thinking of cathedrals, usually on a grand scale or the visual eye-catcher of a modern museum. 

Life at No.22, Snapshots of Tauranga

Kiwi Art Trail: A Cultural Walk in Tauranga

On my way home from basketball, I had excessive energy to track down a few outdoor art displays, especially the Kiwi Art Trail.

99 Word Stories, Creative Writing, Writing Stories

The First #99wordstory

It's Saturday—early evening.

Musings, Poetry, Road Trips

A Day in the Life: Scenic Walks and Nature Tales

It's spring here in Aotearoa, and the weather is consistent in its unpredictability. We ventured away for a few days to stay with Nessie (a gorgeous corgi) and her human Mum, who live in the Hawkes Bay