Best Burger in London?

by Ciara // February 7, 2014 // 1 Comment

London was grey, the streets shimmering with sheets of rain, the wind causing shivers to ripple through the crowds of people walking as it whistled by. I bought a knit hat from a street vendor for ten pounds and pulled... Continue reading →

Inner Space Caverns Cave Tours

by Ciara // January 24, 2014 // 1 Comment

While recently visiting Georgetown, Texas for a wedding, I had a single day with which to explore this small town just north of Austin. Browsing the collection of tourist attractions, conveniently set by the entry doors, I saw a flyer... Continue reading →

A Friday Night in Oakland

by Ciara // January 10, 2014 // No Comments

If you haven’t been to the First Fridays Oakland Art Murmur, you’re missing out. It’s not just the art, though it’s worth seeing. It’s not just a chance to see our cousin in the East Bay and say “hello,... Continue reading →

Drink, Paint and Be Merry

by Ciara // September 27, 2013 // 2 Comments

I work at an agency filled with individuals so creative our dart board looks like a connect the dots drawing. When you’re surrounded by consistent daily examples of well executed expression, it’s easy to be convinced that you yourself are... Continue reading →

Bucket What?

by Ciara // August 29, 2013 // 2 Comments

Several years ago, my father watched this film called “The Bucket List” with Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. Maybe you’ve seen it. Anyway, right after the movie ended, he calls me and asks me what I want to do with... Continue reading →

Monkeys, Polar Bears, and Ethical Quandaries

by Ciara // August 15, 2013 // 2 Comments

Did you know there was a zoo in San Francisco? Last weekend, on a lazy Sunday day, I found myself with a few hours and an itch to take a drive, so I packed up my camera and, thanks to... Continue reading →

“Parlez vous” in Lyon

by Ciara // July 11, 2013 // 1 Comment

It was due to sheer circumstance that I found myself with two days in Lyon, France, and I was woefully unprepared. All I had was the name and address of my hotel, a confirmation number, and a flight booked home.... Continue reading →