This website illuminates my life and adventures. My longing for freedom has led me to over 2600 of the world’s 3978 provinces, to every country on earth and to the summit of the highest peak on each continent (thank heaven for good weather!). In my travels, I learned to respect the intelligence and ingenuity of people of all races and callings both past and present. Come see the world as I see it: as a peaceful place, full of nature and beauty. With the right spirit and intent, we can make our world a virtual Garden of Eden.
DISTINCTIONS: BBC 2017 Travel Pioneer • Journal Articles • Explorer’s Club Flag Expeditions
World Parks Project • Walk Across South America • Jeff Shea Travel Map
Thailand, Chiang Mai Prov, Light Painting
Bangladesh, Mymensingh Prov, Shop Worker Dirty
Central African Republic, Pygmy Girl Fastening Her Skirt, 2000 - We asked the young village females to dress in their traditional costumes,
Lithuania, Panevezio Prov, Fruit Stand -
Slovenia, Sveti Jurij Province, Church Tower, 2006 -
Cape Verde, Sal, Monte Grande, 2006 - I had been once before to Sal. I erroneously had the impression that Sal was flat. On my second visit I endeavored to climb to its high point, Monte Grande, shown here in the background. I walked from Espargos, some seven kilometers distant.
UK, Calderdale Prov, Path
Lithuania, Taurages Prov, Cow -
Germany, Baden-Wurtenburg Province, Traditional Clothes, 2008, IMG_6087 - This Staufen couple said they were celebrating the 1000 year anniversary of a nearby village. The woman sewed all the clothes. She showed me her embroidered stockings. She took me by the hand and led me through their garden, showing me the tomatoes and flowers. Their energy was 100% good and pure.
Cambodia, Kampong Thum Prov, Country Girl