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Postcard: When snow melts away

When snow melts away, this is what we get during the summer in Sweden along with 20-22 hours of daylight at its peak.Click on the photo for more options or view a few more landscape shots I’ve loaded so far into my Swedish Lapland image bank.Have you been to Sweden during summer? What did you think?... (more...)

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A Story of Genuine Scottish Hospitality

A Story of Genuine Scottish Hospitality

Wow! Visiting the latest addition to our hotel portfolio last week, I could not help it but to notice I was truly impressed by the dedication of its owners to deliver excellent guest service.  They have true hoteliers blood running through their veins. Let me share this inspiring story of genuine... (more...)

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Some Thoughts on Chinese Algebra

Some Thoughts on Chinese Algebra

Watching Family Guy last night, we hit the episode where Tricia Takanawa says: “Hi! I’m here with Stephen Hawking, the only white man I’ve ever met who knows math better than me.” We laughed. And then we almost cried. Because here are some (translated) examples of the algebra... (more...)

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OMG! An OVEN in Asia!!

OMG! An OVEN in Asia!!

 OMG! An OVEN in Asia!! I love my big kitchen in Asia and let me tell you that big kitchens are very rare in Asia I love my big kitchen in Asia and let me tell you that big kitchens are VERY rare in Asia and an oven is non existent in most apartments and homes. Most kitchens are tiny as street... (more...)

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Nyungwe Forest: A Hidden Gem in Rwanda

Nyungwe Forest: A Hidden Gem in Rwanda

Be honest, have you ever heard of Nyungwe Forest in Rwanda? I hadn’t, which in retrospect is rather surprising given it’s the largest high altitude montane forest in East and Central Africa.  Even more impressive to me, it’s also home to an incredible 13 species of primate –... (more...)

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A Swimming Date in China

A Swimming Date in China

The lesser spotted tween, and its larger relative, the greater spotted teen, are elusive creatures in urban China. You might glimpse one between 6 and 7am, neat in their tracksuits on their way to school, then again between 5.30 and 7pm, returning to their homes. On Friday nights, you might catch one... (more...)

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Latest News and Work Updates

I’m long overdue for a latest news and work updates post. Been busy on many fronts but more importantly, I’ve been prioritizing my workload and inching closer to a more balanced work <-> family time ratio.Image BankAs you may have noticed, I’ve been sharing a lot more postcard photos... (more...)

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Postcard: Cherry blossoms in Kungsträdgården

You can click on the photo for more options or view more Cherry blossom photographs over on Slow Travel Stockholm.Have you seen cherry blossoms this season? Please share links to your photos below.  Read More →

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