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I would like to think of myself as a full time traveler. I have been retired since 2006 and in that time have traveled every winter for four to seven months. The months that I am "home", are often also spent on the road, hiking or kayaking. I hope to present a website that describes my travel along with my hiking and sea kayaking experiences.

CAFFEINE

You actually can consume too much caffeine. Here are the risks. Most people drink coffee and tea to help stay awake. But scientists warn against overconsumption—and that higher dosage caffeine drinks can lead to stress, lack of sleep, and even … Continue reading

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MEXICAN

Tacos Beef Tacos II Sweet Potato Tacos Enchiladas Verdes Chili Rellenos Black Bean Quesadillas Chicken Quesadillas Sweet Potato and Black Bean Burrito Salsa Pumpkin Mole Sauce TACOS – Meat, Vegetarian, Fish I have visited Mexico on two long trips. The … Continue reading

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SCREENING for AUTISM

EVALUATION Screening is only to rule out the possible presence of a developmental delay, and professionals may use screening tools such as M-CHAT-R/F to assess the risk for ASD. Screening is usually followed by a detailed evaluation and assessment. Earlier … Continue reading

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PET RATS

Go Ahead, Get a Pet Rat Let them burrow into your sweatshirt and into your heart. By Elaine Godfrey Alice in her house, circa 2003 (Courtesy of Elaine Godfrey) FEBRUARY 23, 2024, 4:47 PM ET ATLANTIC  Strap in, folks. Today, we’re talking … Continue reading

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MICRONATIONS

The Ultimate Guide to Micronations 06 October, 2023 | NOMAD MANIA In the vast mosaic of the world’s recognized nations and territories, there exists a captivating subset of self-declared, often unrecognized states known as Micronations. These are not mere figments … Continue reading

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RENEWABLE ENERGY

Renewable energy has hidden costs  Why it is often more expensive than policymakers expect to go green . It matters when electricity is produced. A barrel of oil may be a barrel of oil whether it is pumped at midday or … Continue reading

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CLEANSES & DETOX

Your detox might do more harm than good to your body No quality studies support the long-term benefits of cleanses. And while experts say there may be some short-term benefits, they come with sizable caveats. Cleanses and detox diets are … Continue reading

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KARAKORUM HIGHWAY

The Karakoram Highway known by its initials KKH, also known as N-35 or National Highway 35 or the China-Pakistan Friendship Highway) is a 1,300 km (810 mi) national highway which extends from Hasan Abdal in the Punjab province of Pakistan to the Khunjerab Pass in Gilgit-Baltistan, where it crosses into China and becomes China National Highway 314 (from Kashgar, to Abbottabad, Pakistan. An extension of the … Continue reading

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MILK

A milking operator at a dairy farm in the Netherlands. Although archaeologists aren’t exactly sure why humans started drinking cow’s milk—which they couldn’t digest—it has since become a staple of the modern diet. PHOTOGRAPH BY LUCA LOCATELLI, NAT GEO IMAGE … Continue reading

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OOTISCHENIA RADIO TOWER

This new radio tower above Ootischenia overlooks the Columbia River valley. Views are great. There is lots of deadfall, so it is best to wait for good snow depth and use snowshoes.  Difficulty: C2 Distance: 6.5 km one way Elevation gain: … Continue reading

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