Wild dogs in the brush, a croc in the river, and some elephants and giraffes in the hilly distance. Not[…]
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Let’s Go Safari!
You knew this post was coming. Probably the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of Africa (or at[…]
Read morePortraits of Tanzanian Villagers
In Tanzania, there’s more to camera & firearm comparisons than the verb used to describe using them and the fact[…]
Read moreThe Other White People in the Middle of Tanzania
When I told my mother about going to Africa, she said, “Brandon! They do voodoo over there!” I had to[…]
Read moreA Hospital in Africa, A Toddler’s Life
A Tanzanian friend of mine had a sick niece in the hospital. I got to know this little child. One[…]
Read moreThe Results Are In And These Are The Pictures I Submitted To The National Geographic Photo Contest
125 votes may not be enough to decide the president, but it’s good enough to help me decide which pictures[…]
Read moreNational Geographic Photo Contest: Will You Help Me Choose Which Picture to Send?
National Geographic Traveler Magazine is holding their annual photo contest. Anyone (for a fee of $15) can submit a shot[…]
Read moreZanzibar Culture: Religion, Politics, and a Big Dance Party
Last week was the natural. This week is the cultural. But it’s not all churches and museums. Culture can be[…]
Read moreZanzibar: Stone Town and Spice Tour with Mr. Coconut, Mr. Natural, and Two Beautiful Europeans
Last week, I trudged through rain, traffic, and the girl’s bathroom to get to Zanzibar. Today I get rewarded with[…]
Read moreI’m Searching for Someone to Come Teach in Tanzania: Know Anyone?
As many of you know, I come home to Minnesota in August–August 2nd to be exact. What many of you[…]
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