the Dragon

I'm an amateur cook, diver, and photographer who loves to travel. "I am a ruined vessel of sorrow and regret, but I am free"

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May Day Strong: We are the Many! · May Day Strong

10:00am- 11:15am- Sign Waving/Protest 11:15am- Rally featuring speakers from AFGE, Federal Employee Union, Transport Workers Union, Broward

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My wife and I visited Scotland in August of last year and had a wonderful time in Edinburgh. We stayed at the AmarAgua Guest House, which I recommend if you’re on a budget. We were there duri…

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Edinburgh, Scotland 8/2023 Day 1

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Travel Tips from the Edge

So I just came back from a three-week vacation to Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland. Now I need a vacation from our vacation. Over the coming weeks I’ll post pictures and musings (Scotland and Ireland are both incredibly beautiful countries), but for now I just wanted to share a few tidbits I learned (and perhaps I should’ve known) about vacation planning and execution to…

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Amazing view! Arthur’s Seat, Edinburgh, Scotland

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My Cuban Black Beans

Historically black beans and rice were introduced to Cuba by the Spaniards during its colonization starting in the 1450s. My only deviation from the recipe taught to me by my mother is I use red bell pepper instead of green. Ingredients: 1 lb dry black beans 1/2 tsp cumin 1 tsp ground oregano 1 tsp salt 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3-4 garlic cloves, minced 1 medium onion, finely…

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Cuban-ish Red Beans

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Crandon Park Eco-Tour

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Everglades National Park, South Florida, April 2021.

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Everglades, South Florida

In April of 2021 I went with my sister and my nieces on an airboat ride in the Everglades. It’s the largest subtropical wilderness in the US. It’s also a World Heritage Site, International Biosphere Reserve, a Wetland of International Importance, and a specially protected area under the Cartagena Treaty. It was breezy and a bit overcast that day, but it was probably for the best considering the…

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Fireworks over the water, Coconut Grove, Florida.

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Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood, Florida.

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Amazing!

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No Fear

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4th of July Fireworks

Coconut Grove, Florida

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(via Bay 13 Brewery & Kitchen)

Bay 13 is an Aussie brewpub and one of the many working breweries to spring up in South Florida over the last few years. It's a super cute space with plenty of outdoor seating away from traffic. The vibe is totally casual and not the typical Coral Gables pretentiousness. The beer selection is phenomenal! This beer flight included Uno Mas (Mexican lager), Oceana (Australian sparkling ale), Alhambra Honey (Bamberg Marzen Rauchbier), and Goofy Foot (Neipa Ale). You can see my full review on Yelp if you're interested.

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Bay 13 Brewery & Kitchen

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