Category Archives: Travel

Baja Bliss –Tuesday October 29th

Posted on November 5, 2013 by marty

The rugged topography below of weathered red rock mountains is breathtaking.  Aluvial fans spill forth from the mountains and arroyos snake  patterns in the landscape in their determined quest for the sea.  Irregular fingers of land dip into steely blue water and creamy … Continue reading →

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A Race to the Gargoyles

Posted on August 2, 2013 by marty

The alarm goes off at 7:30 A.M. We shower and pack quickly to check out of our hotel.  After paying the bill, we walk briskly in the direction of the river and towards Notre Dame. It’s a beautiful sunlit morning with … Continue reading →

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Back from India and Dubai

Posted on January 29, 2013 by marty

I just returned back from a trip to India and Dubai.  I went with my 20 year old son John and we had a fabulous time.  I’m recharged and inspired and happy to be home with time ahead to create … Continue reading →

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Victoria Falls bungie jump fail

Posted on January 8, 2012 by marty

I just heard that a woman plunged into the Zambezi river after the cord broke on her bungie jump of Victoria Falls bridge. My son John and I were on that same bridge this past summer and John made the … Continue reading →

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Escape to Baja Mexico

Posted on January 8, 2012 by marty

This coming Tuesday, I will fly to San Jose del Cabo, Baja, with Art and John for a two week escape. We will be staying in our simple beach bungalow,  a 30 minute drive on unpaved roads from the charming … Continue reading →

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All Or Nothing – 11-11-11 Wedding

Posted on November 22, 2011 by marty

There were many things that could have gone wrong with this project, but all of the planets were in alignment and the tiara came out beautifully. I shipped it to my clients with a week to spare and Art and … Continue reading →

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Good Times at the Maryland Renaissance Faire

Posted on October 3, 2011 by marty

I’ve just returned from the Maryland Renaissance Faire.  A good time was had by all and good times will continue weekends through October 22-23!  Both the participants and Faire attendees dress for the occassion, celebrating the season.  Wonderful crafts abound … Continue reading →

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Back from Safari

Posted on July 16, 2011 by marty

After a return trip of 65 hours, 6 flights, lost luggage, and a cancelled flight, I arrived back in Santa Cruz on Tuesday. The jetlag is now mostly gone, email mostly answered, social and business affairs mostly current. I’ll be … Continue reading →

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Gone on Safari

Posted on June 20, 2011 by marty

I’m flying to Africa on safari with my son John tomorrow. I’ve been to Africa a number of times; twice to Egypt, twice to Morocco, once to Kenya. This will John’s first time on the continent of Africa. We’ll be … Continue reading →

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