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My Philosophy About Travelling

I believe travelling not merely an activity, but a state of mind. Travelling is about being open-minded and aventurous. It is about trying new things, taking in the lessons the world has to offer you, and doing your best to contribute something in return. Thankfully, you can do this anywhere. In my books, the more places, the better. But don't take home for granted. "Travel" there too and take advantage of all it has to offer.

Needless to say, I enjoy travelling when I get the chance. I've been fortunate in the places I've had the opportunity to visit.

A lot of my pages aren't rated yet, so I'd really appreciate any ratings choose to give my tips. I consider Antarctica and Toronto to be my two best pages at the moment.

What My Travels Say About Me

Books - what else?

Here are a few of the things that one can glean about me from my travel pages:

1. I am a real nerd and that doesn't bother me in the slightest.

2. I love books and am very active at BookCrossing.com. I enjoy reading all kinds of books, and I am always on the lookout for books that catch my fancy.

Me looking dorky at the earth summit in 2002

3. I love arts and crafts. I like to create many things in my spare time and when I travel I tend to visit a lot of galleries, museums and shops related to my interests.

4. I am an avid environmentalist. I believe strongly in the importance of respecting the web of life. This translates into a passion for sustainable living, and you'll notice that I've visited a lot of environmental projects and exhibits. This doesn't mean that I am disdainful, shrill or preachy about it. Folks like that get on my nerves too.

Another roadside attraction - Bedford Coffee Pot

5. I've got quite a sweet tooth.

6. I'm a sucker for kitsch. I can't resist a funky old diner or wacky museum, or kooky roadside attraction of any kind.

Who is Snarfy?

Snarfy in the Senate

Snarfy is my mascot. He came to be associated with me through the Markeroni Challenge. Markeroni.com is a website that enables people to log their visits to historic sites, markers, and monuments. Every year the site holds the Markeroni Challenge, a friendly event where keeners like me commit to visiting a certain number of sites within a specific time frame. For the past two years I have signed up to do 100 within 10 months. To prove that you were there you must take a photo of yourself at the site, or you can substitute a mascot. Since I don't like to post pictures of myself on the Internet too often, this is how Snarfy came into my life. Since I always take him travelling with me, he has come to have many more adventures in addition to the usual Markeroni stuff. He's better looking than me anyway.

Intro Updated Aug 2, 2006
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Written Apr 2, 2007

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Bokhari76 Apr 21, 2012 at 5:31 PM Report Abuse

Happy Birthday Miss.
sdq Apr 21, 2012 at 11:28 AM Report Abuse

!!!!! Happy Birthday !!!!!
TrendsetterME Apr 20, 2012 at 10:02 PM Report Abuse

Hey, "Happy Birthday", with all my best wishes ... :)
Waalewiener Apr 20, 2012 at 9:04 PM Report Abuse

Hi Stephanie Lori & I like to wish you a Happy Birthday .
staindesign Apr 21, 2010 at 12:58 PM Report Abuse

Happy Birthday! I hope u r having an amazing day!
jumpingnorman Dec 11, 2009 at 8:49 AM Report Abuse

You are the featured member! hello to Snarfy - any recent adventures? Cheers from Arizona, JumpingNorman :)
kehale Sep 22, 2009 at 1:06 PM Report Abuse

Hi there - enjoyed the adventures of Snarfy :) Very cute!
angiebabe Aug 6, 2009 at 2:38 AM Report Abuse

Hi, have enjoyed reading thru yr HP here today - and of course pics with Snarfy!
Martman Apr 27, 2009 at 4:43 PM Report Abuse

Happy Birthday and lots of Best Wishes. Sincerely Martin
margaretvn Apr 21, 2009 at 10:10 AM Report Abuse

Happy Birthday - enjoyed your HP and photos