Cleared for Departure

Author: L.K.D.

Series 18 – Now Departing

One thing about living in Brooklyn: Getting to JFK is certainly easier and cheaper. By rail in particular. Still not worth living in Brooklyn though. For your viewing pleasure, I have rented a medium format camera and several lenses. Medium format is code for “very expensive” and “mucho pixels.” Their combined cost to purchase is…

April 19, 2025
Navigating the Downs and More Downs of PA School

The highs and lows of PA school continue as second semester concludes.

April 18, 2025
Exploring St. Barts: An Unusual Caribbean Destination

I heard once there are only two types of people who go to St. Barts: Euro-trash and rich assholes. While I cannot be sure which group I belong to, I have a strong suspicion.

April 16, 2025
Series 18 – Aloha! Again.

Hello, and welcome to Series 18: Hawaii.

April 14, 2025
A Reluctant Move to Brooklyn

I am not thrilled to live in Brooklyn.

December 20, 2024
Series 17 – Farewell to Namibia

Today we say goodbye to Series 17 and Namibia.

May 28, 2024
Series 17 – Ongava

The Ongava Private Reserve hosts several lodges, all catering to different types of travelers. The owners originally bought four underproducing farms, and have used the property to protect and research endangered animals, specifically the rhinos. “Ongava” means rhino in the Herero language.

May 27, 2024
Series 17 – The Village Visit (and Birds)

A fellow tourist talked about her experience doing a “village visit” in another part of Namibia. It’s a thing to do, but I have questions.

May 27, 2024
Series 17 – Etosha National Park

Next to our lodge, Little Ongava, is Etosha National Park. It is a jewel in Namibia and well worth a visit. Just hire a guide.

May 26, 2024
Series 17 – More of the Ongava Game Reserve

More shots of animals found on the Ongava Private Game Reserve.

May 25, 2024