Wednesday’s Wonder: Saint Sava of Serbia

This Wednesday’s Wonder: Saint Sava Cathedral in Belgrade, Serbia. BIG. It’s a word to describe just about anything grandiose. The state of Texas uses the … Read the rest



Wednesday’s Wonder: Prague (An Overview)

This Wednesday’s Wonder: Prague, an Overview There’s a million ways people have described Prague: “It’s so beautiful!” “It’s a fairy tale!” “It’s a dream wrapped … Read the rest



Wednesday’s Wonder: Before I Die

This Wednesday’s Wonder: The Before I Die wall in Prague, Czech Republic. As kids, it isn’t “before I die,” but rather “when I grow up.” … Read the rest



A Patio Rocking Chair Memory of Prague

We had a fun-filled honeymoon. So fun-filled that Prague felt like ages ago. Prague seemed like a dream and even my copious amount of notes … Read the rest



Eastern Europe Loves Mexicans

“Pretty sure I’m the only Mexican in Eastern – Is that a mariachi band?!” Walking through the streets of Prague, we stumbled on live music … Read the rest



Guide to Buying Noncarbonated Water in Europe

“Ohmygod,” said one American who walked into an aisle of the grocery store. The other, slowly grew wide-eyed: “which one is it?” “Remember the problem … Read the rest



Don’t Hate the Player, Hate the Game in Sapa

At some point in our lives, we all participate in the capitalist game. For example, my brother mowed people’s lawn for $5 an hour. He’s … Read the rest



A Shoe and Hand Guide up Cat Ba Mountain

“Shoe, shoe” and we all stopped to stare at our shoes. “Shoe, shoe!” said our guide and she stepped slowly over a twisted tree root, … Read the rest



The Truth is Not an Attraction in Atlanta

Turning the corner at Auburn Drive, I immediately braced myself for our impending step into history. This was a magical moment as the man whose … Read the rest



The Atlanta City Pass: A Pass to Awesome

“That’ll be 148 dollars,” said the man behind the register. [gasp] “So expensive!” Frank looked befuddled for a moment (don’t worry, this happens a lot … Read the rest