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Spirited People of Africa

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There are many words one could use to describe people in Africa, but spirited seems fitting to me!

Every time I’m able to take a photo of someone who seems interesting to me…I feel like I’ve just been given a present.  When I saw this man standing in Cape Town, South Africa, I just had to take his photo.  Actually, he posed for me.  I asked him to turn sidewise.  It all happened in the space of less than 30 seconds.  To be a travel photographer, I think it’s important to have an outgoing personality, so that you’re able to approach people easily.

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Exotic People of Egypt

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Another series in my People from around the world…Exotic People from Egypt!  Why is that some men from Egypt have this mysterious and perhaps a bit of danger look in their eyes?  I find it quite fascinating!

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Hiking Petra

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Hiking Petra is an electrifying experience!  Although the landscape seems stark…it’s alive with energy!  Over the course of two days, I was able to hike for miles through the ancient grounds, high into the rock formations.  These horse and buggies are available for those that aren’t able or don’t want to walk.

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Interesting and Sexy (some) People of Italy, Spain, France and Croatia

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Continuing with my series on people around the world, I found the people of Italy, Spain, France, and Croatia to be very interesting and many of them…sexy!

For example, these Italian men in Venice…especially the one on the right…Mama Mia!

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Amazing People in Portugal

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Portugal is one of my favorite Countries in Europe!  And the people of Portugal are simply beautiful!!  I love people watching and of course…snapping photos of them!  Here are a few from my three-week trip (that you can read about here) back in 2010…

I saw this couple near Sintra, Portugal.  Aren’t they darling?

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Children of Egypt and Jordan

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My 18 day journey through Egypt and Jordan back in February 2009 was the first time I was exposed to a culture, that at the time, seemed completely alien to my own.  Although I had been to destinations such as Mexico, Costa Rica, Europe and much of the Caribbean, these two Countries seemed more brazen and wild!  I took a photo of the “Siq” in Petra that is really magical.  If you’d like to take a peek…look here!

I managed to go on three “big” trips during 2009.  There were family crises happening that I had no control over…so I decided to enjoy myself!  For some of my readers, you’ve seen a few of these photos from the past.

These little girls were just adorable!!

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While hiking through Petra, Jordan, we encountered this beautiful little girl.  I don’t remember if she was selling something or just begging, but I was entranced!

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This little boy is the epitome of “boy”!  Look at his little goat!  It seemed odd to me to find these children up in the Mountains.  I was worried they would fall and hurt themselves.

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We slept on a Felucca sailboat on the Nile River one night and this young man was one of the crew.

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These lovely children were in Amman, Jordan.

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These little ones were from Egypt.

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So much has happened since then, I feel like a different person now!

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Tarpon Springs, Florida

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As I’m revamping my site…I came across this post I neglected to post while on my 6-week road trip adventure…so…a break in the regular telecasting…

Tarpon Springs is another quaint and historic town in Florida!  Through the years I’ve visited most of the “fun in the sun” areas in Florida…Miami..Key West..Ft. Lauderdale..Orlando..St. Augustine..Ft. Myers..Coco Beach…Panhandle, so I was surprised to discover a few of the quaint towns in the Tampa Bay area.  Staying with a local and receiving guidance from her made the difference!  Thanks Zully!

Today, I ventured off on my own and explored the Tarpon Springs area.  With a population of over 23,000, it has the highest percentage of Greek Americans of any city in the U.S.  The main street (E. Tarpon Ave.) has some street art (which you know I love) and antique stores.

Browsing in the windows, one store caught my attention–Tarapani’s.  It has been run by the same family for 101 years–I spoke with the son and Grandmother–who were the only people in the store.  They had some very interesting items and paintings…

This beautiful park was located at the end of the main road…

If you turn right onto Alt. Rt. 19, it will bring you to Dodecanese Blvd.–turn left and you’ll find a street filled with Greek shops & restaurants and the Sponge Docks…

Lots of fishing boats were docked.  Some with sponges…

This flower’s beauty stood out to me…

I walked to the end of the street where I found these fishermen.  Notice the fish in mid-air.  I asked permission to take a photo and they said sure and stood there.  I said, “You can keep working” and the guy on the left said, “Oh, thanks!”.

Walking back to my car I took a final photo…

Driving through a residential area of Tarpon Springs, I spotted this lovely home…

I hope you enjoyed your tour of Tarpon Springs and will come back again soon!

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Sunset Magic

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A couple of days ago my friends–April & Wayne–and I were at Fort Myers Beach to listen to one of Wayne’s favorite bands at the Holiday Inn, which is situated on the beach.  Being a local, he knows where to go!  Of course, we had to witness Earth’s daily wondrous display of beauty…the sunset!

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When looking back at this photo…we don’t recall what we saw…but liked the photo…

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April and I both like to do handstands, cartwheels, and generally just act like kids…so we rushed out in the sand and Wayne started snapping…

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We both really liked this photo…it’s quite funny with all of the legs flailing around…

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This one has a frenzied motion appeal…

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Now we’re to the calmer…controlled stances…

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We want this for everyone!

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After all of that fun…we danced for a while!

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It’s fun to engage the crowd!  April pulled these gentlemen up to dance and they were quite surprised and good dancers!

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I’m leaving Florida today to drive back to Cincinnati and will arrive tomorrow evening.  Just in time to put up my Christmas tree, do a little shopping, baking, attend events and get used to the chill!

I had a great six-week road trip and loved meeting all of the new people, seeing new sights, and experiencing new activities!  I’m very grateful and also grateful for all of you!! 🙂

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Beach Magic

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Yesterday, April and I had a great day at the Fort Myers Beach!  While I was taking a dip in the ocean, I looked up at April and she looked as big as the buildings.  It reminded me of the movie that Darrel Hannah was in where she was a giant.  It also got me to thinking of how that applies to life and people–how everyone’s perspective is unique to them–shaped by events and people in their lives.

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While taking a walk along the beach (which is on my left), I thought this scene of houses and a bit of inlet water was quite pretty.

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On our walk, there were plenty of shells to examine and decide which ones were keepers.  Here’s April on the hunt…

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She found this nice spiral…

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I love how the water sparkles like diamonds when the sun hits it, so I asked April to make some magic….

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There is magic all around us if we open our eyes!

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