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
Lithuania, Vilnius, Three Dolls In Window -
Tibet, Tibet Girls, 1995 - This photograph was taken in the same place as "Tibet Children." The children were more than willing to pose. It was undoubtedly very seldom, if ever, that Western people stopped at this place. We only did so because of a flat tire. Their clothing and the expression on their faces is evidence of the bitter cold.
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Vietnam, Lai Chau Prov, Hazy Valley
Myanmar, Mandalay Prov, Bagan Temple Night
Azerbaijan, Lankaran Prov, Cow On Caspian
Nepal, Burying Potatoes, 1984 - I thought it strange that they buried potatoes for the winter, but that is what I was told they were doing. Having first-hand knowledge in places is fraught with the danger that you may not understand what is being told to you or that you are being given incorrect information. On the other hand, first hand experience is more enriching than reading or hearing it from others. Second-hand information has even more pitfalls.
UK, Bolton Prov, House With Chimneys
Bangladesh, Kishorenganj Prov, Henna Hand
Azerbaijan, Shamkir Prov, Turkey
Slovenia, Rogasovci Prov, Farm