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Riding camels toward the pyramids at Giza with beams of light hitting the tips

An Unexpected Trip to Egypt

February 3, 2026 at 6:00 AM EST
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A customer insisted on an in-person onboarding in Egypt during the pandemic. What started as a business trip turned into camels at the pyramids, crawling into ancient tombs, and one of the most spiritually charged experiences of my life.

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Ferry ride through the Oslo Fjord with Norwegian flag

A Day Exploring Oslo: Art, Architecture, and the Fjord

January 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST
photography

Before heading to Denmark for a conference, I scheduled a solo day in Oslo to acclimate to the time zone. What I discovered was a city where art and urban life are beautifully intermingled - sculptures on every corner, world-class architecture, and stunning fjord views.

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A golden autumn trail winding through colorful fall foliage in Ontario

A Solo Week in Ontario's Autumn Trails Around Northumberland

January 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST
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Last fall I took a week off to explore some of Ontario's most beautiful trails—Northumberland Forest, Lakefield, Warsaw Caves, and more. Armed with my Sony a6700 and a Peak Design camera clip, I captured the season at its peak.

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