Terremoto Terror: Earthquake in Cali, Colombia

TRAVEL EMERGENCY PREPBlizzards I can handle, but when the Earth started shaking, I frozeCali, Colombia, and the Andes Mountains, located along the Pacific Ring of Fire — Photo by Author.As I step out of the kitchen, looking down at my phone, I’m struck by the notion something isn’t right.First, I discern an odd rattling sound I can’t quite attributeContinueContinue reading “Terremoto Terror: Earthquake in Cali, Colombia”

Perspective Gained from a Plane

A fictional story inspired by a moment of clarity on a particularly turbulent flight.Photo by author.Dear Diary,The plane’s just taken off. I don’t want to be on it.I’m supposedly headed to spend a pleasant holiday with my family. Yet, I sit here anxious, mentally preparing for the stress and heartache that surely awaits.My heart pangs watchingContinueContinue reading “Perspective Gained from a Plane”