2011

It's been an interesting year to say the least. As I look back, I'm grateful for so many things. First and foremost, I'm grateful for my wife Kim and my children Megan, Amber, Heather, Connor, and Logan. Where would I be without their love and support.

Of course Kim is my biggest support. Late last year when Deseret News contacted me about writing a travel blog for their paper and the Mormon Times, Kim was right there supporting me. The first article about Thailand's tiger temple was printed in the newspaper on New Year's day and I've had eleven more published since. Kim was there to offer advice, help with descriptions, and edit the final piece. Several of these pieces are still available in the online edition at the following links.

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/700203391/Costa-Rica-Land-of-orchids-volcanoes-enchantment.html

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705363351/A-thrilling-visit-to-the-Buddhist-Tiger-Temple.html

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705364538/A-modern-day-exploration-of-the-medieval-city-of-Ghent.html

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705387057/The-Netherlands-Keukenhof-offers-awe-inspiring-array-of-tulips-in-bloom.html

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705376286/Paris-welcomes-you.html

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705373120/More-than-one-day-is-needed-to-visit-NASAs-Cape-Kennedy.html

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705390928/Former-missionarys-return-to-Atlanta-filled-with-beautiful-sights.html

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705372225/Emerald-Isle---a-beautiful-and-historical-treat.html

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705369008/A-taste-of-three-Greek-Isles-in-one-day.html

http://www.deseretnews.com/article/705389389/A-ride-in-history.html

In adition to these, I also wrote one on the international firework competition in Montreal every summer and another one on Peru's ancient Inca civilization.

I love writing, I hope to continue to take advantage of this opportunity. Thank you Deseret News and my family.

CAH