The City of Light is dog friendly, if you know your way around ‘Is that a service dog?” the flight attendant asked as she pointed to my bichon frise curled up beside me on the airplane seat. “No, he’s not” I said. “Then he needs to be in his carrier under the seat in front
Aside from crystalline water and major wow factor, this slice of heaven is home to the most ADORABLE SWIMMING PIGS! Big Major Cay is uninhabited except for these sweet swine. They are exceptionally friendly and “piggy paddle” out to greet tour boats. Locals take care of the 20+ feral lovies, including piglets. Visitors giggle and
Okay, you MUST add this Baja, Mexico gray whale trip to your bucket list. Words and photos can’t describe the thrill. From January to March each year, Mexico’s San Ignacio Lagoon is full of gray whales who have migrated from Alaska’s Bering Sea to give birth to their calves in Baja’s warm water. People from
California State Senator Joel Anderson provided Maggie Espinosa with a Senate Certificate of Recognition for the strong involvement Espinosa has demonstrated by participating in the community and inspiring people to travel. Traveling all over the world is itself a full-time job, but being involved in one’s community can lead to even greater satisfaction. Espinosa has done both.
I received an email from the Deputy Communications Assistant for California Senator Joel Anderson saying they would like to recognize me for inspiring the community through my spirit of travel. Went to Anderson’s office yesterday to accept the certificate. Crazy cool !!!!!
Happy 50th anniversary to the San Diego Local Author Program. On a Mission is thrilled to be displayed at the central library along with the bevy of fellow writers.
I’m shocked and honored to win a silver and bronze prize in the 2015 North American Travel Journalists Association awards competition!
From spending Christmas paddling with feral piggies in the Bahamas to publicity on my 800-mile mission walk, my life seems to run the gamut. Jessie Festa, editor of the blog Jessie on a Journey, conducted a recent Q&A with me asking lessons learned during my hike, memorable local encounters, and how to prepare for this journey.
People ask me what I pack in my carry-on when I hit the friendly skies. Here’s the list… —————- LO & SONS BAGS: The O.G.2 carry-on is lightweight. There’s helpful pockets to carry all your items, even a place for shoes. I love the back panel sleeve that slips over the suitcase handle! Another Lo
The Mission Inn Hotel filled their shelves with my book in time for Christmas. I’m humbled by the number purchased in stores and online over the past few weeks for holiday gifts! Thanks everyone! I hope my hike will inspire others to tackle the El Camino Real hike to visit California’s 21 missions.
