Category: 1000 Words

Fancy Desserts

Although they are technically fruit, tomatoes are usually considered savory fare. But at the Friðheimar restaurant in Iceland, every day is Iron Chef, and the...

The History Erase Button

Anybody else reminded of the history eraser button from Ren and Stimpy? Obviously, I resisted the temptation or you wouldn’t be reading this. History Eraser...

Abstract Mural

Please enjoy this painting of an eagle that appears abstract from this distance....

Inspired by Asmundur

My family spent spring break in Iceland in 2017. My youngest child was particularly impressed by the sculptures of Asmundur Sveinsson that were dotted around...

Applause Encouraged

Many years ago, I traveled around northern Japan with friends, exploring the hot springs resorts. At one isolated spot in the mountains, which we called...