Author Archives: Linda

COUNTING DOWN SUMMERS & SPRINGS

As a die-hard traveler, it still amazes me that over 50% of Americans don’t have a passport. How is that possible? I am on my 4th or is it 5th passport? Old ones are saved tenderly with their stamps to … Continue reading

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WAKING UP IN RIO

It’s dawn.  Light is coming through the window.  The only problem is it’s a window that doesn’t belong on THAT wall? So I have to tell myself to relax, breathe, and in a moment or two I’ll remember just where … Continue reading

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FROM TOURIST TO ITALIAN RESIDENT, BUT WHY?

It was love at first sight over 30 years ago- this love affair I have with the Amalfi Coast.  This spectacularly beautiful place still takes my breath away. It’s been an interesting, challenging, wonderous, and scary first month settling into … Continue reading

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CIAO, BELLA ATRANI

Setting up a new (admittedly tiny) residence in a foreign country takes courage, planning and a bit (or alot) of madness. Luckily I have all three. Many asked me why I would spend my hard-earned cash on such a very … Continue reading

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MINORITY REFLECTIONS IN THE IVORY TOWER

Minorities are now the majority in colleges & universities in three states in the US.  California, New Mexico and Hawaii now report over 50% of their college-enrolled students are from minority groups.  Minority college students in both California and New … Continue reading

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