We take freedom for granted. We complain of small problems such as being too stressed, too tired, bored, of not having the best job, house, vacations etcetera. These are in fact high-level problems, many may say, for people that can afford them. Only a small percentage of today’s population has this luxury. What I find tragic and truly heartbreaking is to see and learn about cases where freedom of choice does not even exist. You have to live … [Read more...]
The Yankees
July 28, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
This week my friends had great seats for a Yankee game so we all went. It was fun. Derek Jeter was the star of the night. I am not the biggest baseball fan, but the junk food and ice-cream sure were good! … [Read more...]
Apple mania? Fifth Avenue Manhattan or Pudong Shanghai?
July 26, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
Please read the article I wrote about the Apple mania for Examiner.com here. … [Read more...]
A night to remember: U2′s 360° Tour Concert
July 24, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
Two years after I bought the tickets and one year postponement, I finally went to see the U2 360° Tour Concert at the Meadowlands Stadium in New Jersey. It was unbelievable. Bono and his band did not disappoint - how could he? Check out the two videos I took: What are some of the most memorable concerts you've been to? … [Read more...]
Hiking away my fears: a roller coaster Terrace Pond Hike
July 23, 2011 by · Leave a Comment
I was badly aching for a good hike; I hadn’t done it in a while. And so, with its variety of landscapes, the Terrace Pond Hike had me sold instantly. Astounded by the fact that within a few miles, we went through every possible terrain imaginable, the loop type moderate hike went on for about 4.3 miles. A less known New Jersey trail, it is well worth it, encompassing a swamp, wide flat woods, abrupt rock climbing up to peaks offering stunning … [Read more...]
