Standing at the edge of Höfn's volcanic shoreline, where obsidian sand meets the thundering North Atlantic, I'm reminded of the Japanese concept of ma — the powerful space between things. Here in so...
There's a Japanese concept called ura (裏) that roughly translates to 'hidden' or 'behind the scenes' – it's the opposite of what's presented to the public eye. After fifteen years of global coastlin...
There's something magical about discovering a stretch of sand that hasn't made it onto postcards or Instagram feeds yet. Pearl City might be known for its naval history and suburban charm, but as some...
There's something magical about a narrow strip of land where the ocean meets the bay, creating a microcosm of beach culture that feels worlds away from mainland life. Long Beach Island—LBI to locals—e...
There's something about the Samoan concept of fa'a Samoa (the Samoan way) that resonates deeply with me. Perhaps it's how it mirrors the Japanese ichi-go ichi-e – the understanding that each momen...
There's something about the juxtaposition of gleaming skyscrapers against pristine shorelines that speaks to my kokoro (heart). Having spent countless hours navigating the brilliant chaos of Southea...