Ronald McDonald offering a standard Thai greeting called the wai. I grew to really appreciate this gesture that can mean hello, goodbye, apologies and thank you. It has an elegance of motion and intent. By the end of the trip I was trying my best to incorporate this motion in appropriate transactions. Speaking of adventure, [...]

Went to a chili cookoff even though it was hot as blazes outside. This was fine because there was cold beer. I didn’t bring any chili, but I did bring cookies. Tasty goods all around. Mental note: Get mom’s chili recipe. Oh, and there were lots more photos of the chili and the winners of [...]

Why do beach rentals have to take the nautical theme to the extreme? My inaugural boat driving ended poorly, but no one was hurt. The Atlantic

Dan crosses the street before a gig with A Chorus Line.