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An Abundance of Stars ~ Star Fruit: A Winter Harvest

Posted on January 11, 2013 by travelerlynne

It hardly feels like winter here in SW Florida with temperatures in the 80’s, but all that can change and probably will. For now, I will soak and bathe in its healing sunshine and not complain. Our Star Fruit (Carambola) … Continue reading →

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Dining with Purpose ~ KOTO: “Know One, Teach One”

Posted on September 20, 2012 by travelerlynne

“I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.”   ~ Mother Teresa While in Hanoi, one of our dining experiences was eating lunch at KOTO . KOTO stands for … Continue reading →

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Summer: Mango Mania

Posted on July 24, 2012 by travelerlynne

Call it mango mania. It’s July and the mangos are ripening. Textures, tastes, and aromas are embedded into our senses and pores. And now, we watch and wait. Not only our trees, but our neighbor’s trees as well. Our bicycle … Continue reading →

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Summer is for Salads ~ Try Quinoa: Soul Food of the Andes

Posted on May 31, 2012 by travelerlynne

Yes, summer is on our minds: Sun, Shade, Sand, Shells, and Swim ~ you get the picture. However, for us foodies , summer means salads: fruit, pasta, vegetable, etc. One salad that I have discovered is a great addition for all … Continue reading →

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Mom Caught a Whopper

Posted on March 16, 2012 by travelerlynne

Beautiful, gorgeous day. Blue skies, gentle breeze and mild temperatures. Perfect day for boating and fishing. WOW!! On my second cast I catch a nice size sea trout, with out tangling my line or losing my fish while reeling it … Continue reading →

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Magic Carpet Ride ~ Part II: Hot Air Ballooning over the Serengeti

Posted on March 8, 2012 by travelerlynne

I feel safe. I feel secure. I feel warm. A blast from the whisper burners emits enough heat to take off the morning’s chill. We are told that cool mornings create calm winds, ideal for ballooning. The twin balloons in … Continue reading →

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