Havana's Malecon is much more than a broad esplanade that separates the city from the Gulf of Mexico. More than merely a seawall, it is the place many … [Read more...]
The Murals of Holy Trinity Cathedral, Port-au-Prince, Haiti
The Holy Trinity Cathedral of the Episcopal Church had its beginnings in Port-au-Prince in 1861. In 1949 the Church invited Haitian artists to paint … [Read more...]
With a Touch of Red
If we could see the miracle of a single flower clearly, our whole life would change. ____Buddha … [Read more...]
On Island Time
Somewhere on the road to Key West … [Read more...]
Tropical Ripples
“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” ― Mother Teresa A light rain sending ripples … [Read more...]
The Ubiquitous Flip Flop
I blew out my flip-flop Stepped on a pop-top Cut my heel had to cruise on back home But there's booze in the blender And soon it will render That … [Read more...]
The Tropicana, Havana’s Legendary Cabaret
"It was breathtaking! My mouth just fell open...there was so much color, so much movement...and the orchestra! The house band had forty musicians...I … [Read more...]
Long Shadows, Havana
A group of photographers cast long shadows against the wall of the El Morro Castle while waiting for the sun to set over the Malecon in Havana, … [Read more...]
The Beautiful Beaches of the Bahamas
The sea does not reward those who are too anxious, too greedy, or too impatient. One should lie empty, open, choiceless as a beach - waiting for a … [Read more...]
Haiti Revisited
There is a spirit and spirituality in Haiti like nowhere else. Haitians are resolute and tenacious and, in time, will move beyond the horrendous … [Read more...]