Breaking News: Maduro Reciprocates
The New York Times and RT (as well as many other sources) have pieces about the latest announcement by President Maduro to restrict US operations in Venezuela. In December the US government … Continue reading
Mini Miss Venezuela
Often on Saturdays we have sushi for lunch. Most recently we went to Shoga on the 5th floor of Tolón Mall. On the outside patio area of the food court … Continue reading
Sports Pants, For All Your Sporting Needs
One of my favorite Permaculture design principles is the one that suggests designing for single elements that fulfill multiple functions. I applaud the designers of these particular track pants. Because they aren’t … Continue reading
Orinoco Delta — Carnaval 2015
Whereas last year we went to Puerto Rico for Carnaval, this year we, as well as the majority of the faculty, stayed in Venezuela. It’s just so pricey to get … Continue reading
Otorrinolaringologico
Forget five times fast. Try saying it once, slowly. If I were a doctor, this might be my specialization of choice.
Christmas in Florida
This past Christmas was a Ross Family Christmas. Since Alexa lives in Wisconsin, where snot freezes when you walk outside, and we live in Venezuela where flights are quite expensive … Continue reading
Hope Gala 2015 — Staff Dance
You may have already seen the Banana/Bandanna skit Kat and I did at this year’s Hope Gala. I took a minor role in the staff dance while Kat took one of … Continue reading
Bling Brand
Here’s another excellent brand name from Venezuela. I would like to introduce the hottest, most sparkle-flaunting dishwasher detergent (no longer) found on the market shelves. Now, wouldn’t it be smart … Continue reading
Green Spot Brand
Sometime in Venezuela you come across what would seemingly be marketed as “vintage” brands in the United States. Apparently, this brand is only sold in Venezuela, and certain southeast Asian … Continue reading
Fino Cambur 