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There is a small number of quintessentially Louisiana things-to-do that I have yet to tick off of my list. That probably sounds pretty grandiose but it is sort of my job to ferret out and explore the treasures of … Continue reading
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“George Herbert Mallory, a British mountaineer from the early 1920’s, when asked why he wanted to climb Everest responded that he was doing it “because it’s there.” Mallory was probably wryly praising the adventurous nature of the human spirit rather … Continue reading
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You can drive pretty close to the rim of one of Nicaragua’s active volcanos, Masaya. There is a short hike to the south that brings you to a now inactive and forested caldera. There is also a stairway that … Continue reading
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It comes as no surprise that I love markets. I particularly love Central American markets an among those markets I dearly love the ones where the locals shop. I’m not too interested in stalls filled with handy crafts designed … Continue reading
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I can’t find too much information online (in English anyway) about this hospital. I was told that it is one of the oldest hospitals in Central America. The Colonial Classical-Baroque style fits the period of the early Spanish building … Continue reading
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Our first full day in Granada started early. The heat there gets pretty intense as the day goes on. So, if you want to get anything done and avoid heat stroke, the you better do it in the morning … Continue reading
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We arrived on the noon plane from Miami and were greeted by a miasma of tropical heat and humidity. And I know my miasmas. But, I was dressed for the 30F of Baton Rouge at 3AM so it was … Continue reading
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“As a citizen of Baton Rouge, you could be forgiven for not realizing the beauty of Livingston Parish. Unless your high school sports team traveled to play Denham Springs High then it is possible that your only experiences with … Continue reading
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For a while now I have been in discussions with LSU Press about writing a book. As you can see above, the contract finally got signed today. The book is going to be called Water Under Everything. For those … Continue reading
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My new article for Country Roads Magazine is out in print and available on their website. I hope my love for Lake Bruin and Tensas Parish in general comes through in the piece. Here is a selection from the … Continue reading
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I was invited by the folks over at Grantourismo to participate in a project called “My 7 Links.” It may strike some as a bit like a digital chain letter, but I think the intentions of its creators at … Continue reading
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[image via Nylon Magazine] Some of the happiest years of my life were spent with these guys (and a few other lovely folks) back when they bore the moniker, The Eames Era. You can search this website for my tour … Continue reading