I didn’t realize I would get to see penguins molting on my trip to the Falkland Islands in early January. I found the molting birds so endearing. The adult king penguins temporarily lose their sleek formality, while the babies who are about to set off are a hilarious mix of fur and feathers. The southern […]
What to pack for the Falkland Islands
In January of 2026, I had a dream trip to the Falklands (except for the cancelled flight). I got to see five species of penguins and a hybrid. Plus, the people and community on the Falklands delighted me. Here’s a detailed list of what I brought with me to help anyone making plans to go. […]
I Came for the Penguins, I’ll Return for the People: My Solo Trip to the Falkland Islands
From Jan. 1 to Jan. 12, 2026, I traveled to the Falkland Islands and was in awe of its wildlife, in particular the penguins, and was blown away by its kind community. The other travelers I met and the local Falkland Islanders made it such a special trip. It is the perfect place to travel […]
Going Solar? Here’s What We Went Through From Start To Finish
You’re thinking about putting solar panels on your roof, but where do you start? Before we dive into our experience, I want to make two points about going solar. When it comes to solar, every situation is unique. The system you need may be very different than the system your neighbor needs. There are an […]
Feelings in the aftermath of a shooting
Just like the crime scene, the emotional maze is messy. A friend, Tom Fox, documented a shooting in progress on Monday at the Earle Cabell Federal Building in Dallas. He wasn’t sent there to cover a shooting – a gunman happened to arrive while he was there. As a human being and the wife of […]