Have you ever been inside a battleship? USS Missouri was my first time in one and it was quite the experience! It was basically a floating mini-city. Although, I am not sure I could ever live on one. We toured the USS Missouri while at Pearl Harbor a few years ago. I know what you…
Category: Travel & Adventure
Maui Sunrise
There is magic in every sunrise. A Maui sunrise is just more magical than the rest. This photo was taken from our balcony at the Sheraton on Maui. I woke up to the sounds and smell of the ocean coming through the lanai doors. I looked out and could not believe my eyes. The sky…
Photo of the Month: March – Haleakala
This is actually a cell phone photo of Haleakala but it is one of my favorites from my recent trip. We woke up at 2:30 am to drive up 10,000 feet to the summit of Haleakala to see the sunrise and get THE photo. It was an amazing experience, despite freezing out butts off. It was…
What’s in my travel bag: Maui
Have you ever wondered what a travel photographer takes with? I am a newbie travel photographer and don’t take as much equipment as photographers that have been doing this for years. I love seeing a behind the scenes peek at other’s gear. I think seeing what other’s use is a great way to learn and…
Hawaii Influence
Hawaii is a great place to visit. If you haven’t noticed, I have a slight love affair with Hawaii. I have been there three times and visited the four main islands, Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the Big Island. If there is one state you must visit it is Hawaii. There is something there for everyone….
Natural History Museum
Natural History Museum was one of my favorite stops in New York. I went for the bones but stayed for the rest. We didn’t get to see all of the museum and could have spent another few hours there, if not another day. If you are interested in going to the National History Museum I…
Winter in Arizona
Part of the reason I moved to Arizona is for winter. I spent the first 25 years of my life in Wisconsin. As a child I loved winter but as I got older I grew to strongly dislike winter. I didn’t like being cold. I didn’t like ice or black ice. I liked the first…