Author Archives: micetrail

Our first day on the road and our first “camp” site. I’m gazing out on this beautiful landscape of golden grass fading to rock outcrops and further in the distance, shadowed purple hills. There is not a sound in the … Continue reading →

Our first evening at Camp Soussa at Soussavlei: Sitting here in my little cabana looking out at the glorious landscape. What a delightful “camp”. Built by our guide Jason’s father Camp Soussa is a wonder. Very innovative design and the … Continue reading →

I tell you, one really has to want to travel to Namibia because it is a bitch getting here. I’m sitting here in Frankfurt waiting for my connecting flight to Windhoek which will take place at 10PM tonight. I’ve been … Continue reading →

It seems we’re on an upswing…so I hope everyone is hanging in there and looking forward to July 4th! Restaurants are opening, museums are opening and Spring is here. I’ve been walking alot and lovin’ being outside by the Bay. … Continue reading →

I hope everyone is surviving out there and breathing a little easier. Four years of insomnia are ready to be put to bed. In light of being lighter here are some cheery photos I’ve taken over the last few months. … Continue reading →

Wandering around within my self-imposed boundaries, not much has changed. Yes, folks are being pretty good about distancing and wearing masks to protect their neighbors and reduce the spread of the coronavirus but, as always, there are the put-upon with … Continue reading →

Yes, we’re into month four of hibernation…everyone jonesin’ for personal contact. Even though I’m pretty comfortable on my own it’s very different when being told what to do…even for your own health and others. It reminds me a bit of … Continue reading →

This is crazy but it’s been 20 years since I traveled with my sister (Kathleen…see above heading) to Nepal. Looking over the photos from that trip it seems I wasn’t really there. The only proof is one picture that I … Continue reading →

Come join me on my trip to the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, and Lake Manyara

How long has it been?  What day is it?  Who’s that person in the mirror?  What crazy thing can I do today? Well, I decided to get my old…and I do mean old…slides out to see what the heck was … Continue reading →