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Here is where I record my thoughts and experiences, most of which are from my time abroad and travels. Where I share and exchange insights on off-the-beaten-path destinations and translated literature. Where I discuss photography and societal observations.
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It was a sunny afternoon in 2011 when I spotted this set of Space Invaders hiding by a staircase on l’île aux Cygnes with la Tour Eiffel in the background.I had visited my friend Kaori & her newborn girl at her apartment and was on my way to a doctor’s clinic in the 16th arrondissement…

The streets of Brussels suddenly turned pink over the weekend as the cherry trees (cerisiers) broke into full bloom. Great to have Spring back!

Yesterday was a beautifully sunny day. Today, everyone in the office was remarking about what a wonderful weekend it was in Brussels. It was noticeable that everyone was in good spirits with this positive change in the weather. Except for maybe me… because after a day of happily walking around Brussels yesterday, I stayed up…
