Tuesday: 12 May 2009 The spring rain is incredibly familiar across the many countries that make up Western Europe. Steady and light upon the streets of Belgium; still it does not discourage a day’s exploration but almost seems as if once I step outside the rain ceased to exist. The day becomes more beautiful now…
Category: Culture
Maastricht, The Netherlands
Monday: 11 May 2009 The small quaint town of Maastricht in the south of the Netherlands is a different feel from the rest of the country and incorporates a mix of influence from Belgium and the Netherlands. This seems very logical given the border is only four kilometers away from the city center. Getting a…
The Blue Lagoon
Friday: 8 May 2009 I woke early the next morning and began chatting with Ian and Dave where we decided to go to the Blue Lagoon located south of Reykjavik with its ice blue waters, raising steam, calming energy and fascinating mineral deposits for a refreshing mask that is just part of the whole experience. …
The New Yorker
Wednesday: 6 May 2009 The crisp fresh air after a constant drizzle of a late spring rain feels refreshing despite the views of those who reside in the large city and despise the dreary days in New York City. Especially since it interferes with daily activities for those who rely on walking from one destination…
Experiences in Disaster Management II
I have not had hands on experience in a disaster situation but I was fortunate to be part of a delegation that went to Southeast Asia to inform people within this region of the Millennium Development goals and about UN initiatives. While I was in Cambodia I got to learn about the communities that have…
Dreaming in Color
Today I had a discussion with a friend of mine, from Romania, about how he normally dreams in Black and White but had a dream in color for the first time last night. I have never really thought about the fact that some people dream in color and others in B&W so I did a…
Experiences in Disaster Management
I have not had hands on experience in a disaster situation but I was fortunate to be part of a Human Rights Delegation this summer in Bosnia I Herzegovina. I was able to work with a number of organizations that are assisting the country in redevelopment in a area that has been devastated by mortars/landmines,…
Ethnical Discrimination: Interview with a Bosniak
The idealistic image of America is a place of freedom and individuality, where people from every part of the world have come together to establish a country in which everyone can live as equals. Yet, it seems as if people have become narrow minded and only comprehend their own hardships. Can you imagine your euphoric…
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