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Tag Archives: Holidays

Gratitude Project 2014 – It’s All About the People

November 1, 2014by kevinearl Leave a comment

It’s November again, which means it is time for this year’s gratitude project. Last year I diverted from a general list of things I’m thankful for leading up to Thanksgiving […]

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Adventure, Architecture, Holidays, Photography

2013 Gratitude Project – Travel: Australian War Memorial

November 11, 2013by kevinearl Leave a comment

2013 Gratitude Project – Travel: Australian War Memorial This month will be a celebration of travel. I am so grateful for the many opportunities I’ve had over my nearly thirty […]

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Adventure, Historic Site, Museum, Photography, Thanksgiving, Travel

2013 Gratitude Project – Travel: To the Crown of Liberty

November 5, 2013by kevinearl 1 Comment

2013 Gratitude Project – Travel: To the Crown of Liberty This month will be a celebration of travel. I am so grateful for the many opportunities I’ve had over my […]

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Adventure, Day Trips, Historic Site, National Monument, Photography, Thanksgiving, Travel, UNESCO World Heritage

This Year’s November Gratitude Project – Travel

November 1, 2013by kevinearl 26 Comments

Last November, I shared a different thing I am grateful for each day. This was nothing unique. Many people do it each year. I could continue my list this year […]

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Adventure, Photography, Thanksgiving, Travel
Lion from the Lanc Hid (Chain Bridge) in Budapest

New Year’s Memories!

December 31, 2012by kevinearl Leave a comment

The end of another year signals the start of a new one. I’ve been thinking about my most memorable New Year’s celebrations, and really there are only a few that […]

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Adventure, China, Holidays, Travel

DIY Paper Nativity

November 29, 2012by kevinearl Leave a comment

It’s Christmas time again! And that means, decorations, most of which for me are nativity scenes. I’ve tried to make a new one each year for the past few. Last […]

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Christmas, Holidays

Thanksgiving Day 22: Family

November 22, 2012by kevinearl Leave a comment

I am so, so, so grateful for my family! I love them and want them to know this, even if I’m not too great at expressing it. Simply, I’m grateful […]

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Holidays, Photography, Thanksgiving
Kevin Earl at Salt Lake Temple

Thanksgiving Day 21: My Faith

November 21, 2012by kevinearl Leave a comment

I write about things I’m grateful for without talking about my faith and family. They both shaped me to who I am today and encourage me to go on in […]

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Holidays, Thanksgiving
Making dumplings at Jamie's

Thanksgiving Day 20: McDonald’s

November 20, 2012by kevinearl 1 Comment

The Golden Arches, Mickey D’s, McDonald’s. Some of you have already turned away disgusted because I would be grateful for this fast food franchise, but let me tell you why. […]

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Adventure, China, Thanksgiving, Travel
Me bundled up with the Terracotta Army

Thanksgiving Day 19: Heating (when necessary)

November 19, 2012by kevinearl 2 Comments

I currently live in a place where I probably won’t use the heater very often, but I am grateful I have it. Why? A year ago I was in a […]

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Adventure, China, Thanksgiving

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I wanted to take the kids to Antelope Island before bug season and leaf season, so they could see the porcupines, and it was a success. They brought some friends, and we went in Justin's new RV. We saw two porcupines, hundreds of bison, deer, a great horned owl, and just some lovely scenery and spectacular views.
My friend, Erin, is so talented! She recently shared a pic of this sketch she had done that I immediately loved, so now it's in my collection. I love the perspective of looking down through the saguaros and blooming palo verde trees at the tortoise making its way through the desert. It is now ready for proper display in my new home (when I move next week). Be sure to follow her art account, @artoferindinnellbjorn .
Edit: Didn't realize it only posted like 20 seconds of the video, so to see the full thing, friends, visit my Facebook.
Bryce Canyon in winter = Amazing!
My textile souvenirs from Ecuador (minus some patches) including an alpaca (mixed fiber) scarf and poncho, a woven scarf, one woven belt, and one embroidered belt (neither belt will be used as belts rather as straps). Also, I got a pair of handmade shoes with woven sides and soles made from recycled coconut husks and coffee grounds. My other souvenirs include premium chocolate and a carved wooden tortoise that I got from the artist who was one of a handful carving larger sculptures in the town square as part of Puerto Ayora's 50th anniversary celebration.
What an amazing four days in Quito and it's surrounding highlands!
Made it to Miami and took an airboat ride in the Everglades. Alligators are awesome!
Yesterday, our last full day in Ecuador, we first stopped to smell the roses at a local rose farm. Did you know Ecuador is one of the leading producers and exporters of roses in the world? Farms cover the landscape in areas north and south of Quito. You can buy a bunch of 25 roses for $1 on the streets all around Ecuador's capital city! Our tour of the Akarana Farm was fascinating.
Waterfalls and swinging at the edge of the world energized us on our day trip to Banos. Videos coming soon!
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