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Florida
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St. Augustine
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St. Augustine – America’s oldest city
The Constant Epicurean, Ep. 198. St. Augustine - America's oldest city. In this edition, we explore the nation's oldest city. From its fabled Hotels, and Spanish history to some of its modern food scene. Read More
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California
Life
San Diego
A Hostel Morning
As I awoke in the cool light of the rising sun, the morning breeze was ever so gentle as it softly caressed my face. I cracked open an eye and assessed the situation. it was acceptable that I found myself in the hostel and in my bed, everything seemed to be in order, mission accomplished.… continue reading
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Coronado and a Perfect Sunset.
California
Food
Life
San Diego
Travel
After a fun day on the water finding a few whales, we sat and watched the sun set on my brother and sister-in-law’s balcony. The sunsets are truly spectacular in San Diego and I never get tired of losing myself in their beauty.… continue reading
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Exploring The Republic Of Rolando’s Breakfast Fare
Da Nang
Life
Travel
Vietnam
The End of the Beginning
We spent the last few days together tying up loose ends and getting things organized. Qatar Airways gives two checked bags at 50 pounds each and the family had gathered a collection of items they would send with me from the countryside.… continue reading Read More
Da Nang
Food
Life
Vietnam
The Domestication of Time
It had become apparent that my time in Vietnam was going to be, at least for the moment, indefinite. The local people’s council was not making my ability to secure our proper documents an easy task by any means. I had secured our apartment on a day to day basis and taking full advantage of our extended time together, Diễm and I settled into a wonderful routine of daily walks to the mart, trips to the market and dinner at home most evenings.… continue reading Read More
Da Nang
Food
Life
Vietnam
What an incredible process. Primarily fun and new and exciting, somewhat bureaucratic and painful. Traditionally in Vietnam, the wedding photos come well before the ceremony. This is done for many reasons. One, I’m assuming, is that no one buys dresses here as it is an exorbitant and excess purchase.… continue reading
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The Wedding Festivities
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Hai Long Bay
Hanoi
History
Life
Travel
Vietnam
I awoke early as the sun had not risen yet. We had to get on a bus pretty early, and I was going to prepare our breakfast. I found some bacon at the grocery store and made Diem and me a more traditional American breakfast.… continue reading
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Reaching Pandora and The Cove That Time Forgot.
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Food
Hanoi
Travel
Vietnam
