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The moment I step into Demetria’s Uber, I know I’m in for a ride—not just physically, but spiritually, emotionally, and maybe even philosophically. She is a well-developed Southern black lady, draped in confidence and wrapped in a large wig that extended to big curls that waved up and down while she laughed. Her lashes extendContinue reading “Atlanta snow”

Meet Venkat, an Uber driver with a knack for smooth rides and even smoother conversation. He’s been in the business for a couple of years now, chauffeuring people around Kansas City while probably questioning their navigation skills. Originally from the Indian countryside near Hyderabad, he moved to the U.S. with his wife eight years ago,Continue reading “Venkat the Uber Driver: A Ride Through India, Spices, and Cricket”

On my noble quest to see every major Egyptian collection in the world, the Rosicrucian Museum in San Jose was a must-visit. Now, the museum itself is tied to a somewhat quirky sect that’s into alchemy, but thankfully, the founder was also obsessed with ancient Egypt. Result? A surprisingly impressive collection of artifacts housed inContinue reading “San Jose, California”

Ah, Christmas in the Netherlands—where the festivities begin so early you wonder if Santa accidentally set his calendar to Dutch time. But wait, hold your eggnog, because Christmas here starts with another old white-bearded dude, not from the North Pole but… from Spain? Sí, mi amigo, you heard that right. Sinterklaas, a.k.a. Saint Nicholas, a.k.a.Continue reading “St Nic”

I love Las Vegas. Yes, it’s fake, overpriced, and marinated in a thick cloud of cigarette smoke, but there’s something about the vibe that keeps me coming back. Maybe it’s the unpredictability—a place where Elvis impersonators might share a slot machine with a billionaire or your Uber driver doubles as a philosopher-santa. Case in point:Continue reading “Racing Las Vegas”