Don’t cry, Angelita. Tonight I’ll buy you a house, or I’ll dress you in mourning. – Manuel Benítez, “El Cordobés,” to his sister before his bullfighting premiere in Madrid The promise of a matador to his sister summarizes the high stakes game of fighting bulls on the world’s grandest stage – get rich or bleed … More Or I’ll Dress You in Mourning
The air soft as that of Seville in April, and so fragrant that it was delicious to breathe in. – Christopher Columbus At the end of the 15th century Seville was already known for its rich culture and dynamic history. Located 55 miles up the Guadalquivir River from the Atlantic, Seville was founded by Rome, … More Center of the world
I think everybody has their own way of looking at their lives as some kind of pilgrimage. – Eric Clapton Mondoñedo cathedral at daybreak Three weeks ago I finished walking 514 miles from the border of France to Santiago de Compostela. It was quite the journey. While I still haven’t wrapped my head around the … More 15 Things to know about the Camino del Norte
Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!” – Robin Williams Aesop’s fables are fairytale classics teaching life lessons through simple, meaningful stories. In the lion and the mouse, we’re reminded that no act of kindness is too small and everyone, no matter how tiny, can have a big impact. When the hungry fox tries … More A conversation between Winter and Spring
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