The Art of Exploration archive is where you'll find my past writings and thoughts. You are currently viewing a list of articles that were published in 2005.

Fresh Start

Published December 31st, 2005 in Illinois

I’ve adopted a new tradition for New Year’s Eve. It requires no reservations, no fancy dress, no cash advance. I don’t have to wrangle taxis or drink cheap champagne or go home smelling like an ash tray.

London Mini Break

Published October 15th, 2005 in London

The late afternoon sunlight illuminates the buildings along Harrington Gardens. An exhibit for Art on the Underground.

Chihuly at Kew Gardens

Published October 15th, 2005 in London

Tedeschi Winery

Published June 25th, 2005 in

The Grand Dining Room

Published June 24th, 2005 in Hawaii

Brunch at the Grand Dining Room is sublime. I learn for the first time how much I adore a breakfast of fresh fish, rice, and miso soup.

Ma’alaea Bay

Published June 18th, 2005 in Hawaii

Maui Tropical Plantation

Published June 18th, 2005 in Hawaii

Resolution Distillation

Published January 1st, 2005 in Illinois

I’ve never been enthusiastic about writing New Year’s resolutions so we’ll see how this goes. Let me say at the start that I’m not going to be all militant about writing them.