Dear Universe, So, I have a confession. I’m obsessed with Big Ben. And I am not using the word obsession lightly here. It should be noted that I’ve thought long and hard about this. I really do have a thing for him. You can even say it was love at first sight because from the moment I laid eyes on …
Keep On, Keeping On…
Dear Universe, It’s uplifting to see that the “Keep Calm” Phenomenon is still in full swing here in London and greeting me wherever I go. If anything, the Keep Calmisms have been taken to a whole new level. Anything goes. From t-shirts to tea cups to tea kettles to key rings to ticking clocks, you can buy a Keep Calm …
Museum Marvel
Dear Universe, I have always been intrigued by Ancient Egyptian History. I think even if I wasn’t Egyptian, I would still find it fascinating. In college I studied the subject, learning from a professor who, when he wasn’t teaching, was in Egypt conducting archaeological digs and helping to restore artifacts. He showed the most jaw-dropping slideshows each class. Like I …
So Close, So Far… Seriously
Dear Universe, When I came to Egypt the first time, I was lucky enough to get to the pyramids, be stunned by the Sphinx and yes, ride a camel and live to tell about it. But, as luck would have it, my camera broke. All these incredible moments were missed. When I spotted a camera shop nearby, I had …
Bon Voyage
Dear Universe, It’s funny how things you ask for sometimes have a magical way of all working out when you least expect it. I had time off this summer and what I really wanted to do with it was travel. I had other things I wanted to get done and to accomplish, but traveling was on top of the list. …
Beach Reading
Dear Universe, Now I’ve always been a fan of a good beach read and I want to say thank you for providing me with plenty of satisfying beach reads over the years. But today I want to thank you for a different kind of beach reading. One of my dearest friends and I agreed to meet early morning at the …
OLove It!
Dear Universe, Through the years I’ve heard of lots of unique gift ideas. I’ve seen of one-of-a-kind artwork and personalized, handcrafted jewelry. I’ve heard of people adopting a highway or buying a star and naming it after you. A few times I’ve had people make a donation in my honor to causes I feel strongly about. All thoughtful choices. But, …
Keep Calm and…Whatever
Dear Universe, It was in London that I kept seeing the, “Keep Calm and Carry On” signs everywhere I went. http://universeletters.com/2011/12/29/signs-signs-everywhere-signs/ And since I’ve been home I’ve seen the message carry over to this side of the Atlantic. I even received a few “Keep Calm and Carry On” signs, journals and quotation books as gifts. It’s a nice reminder to …