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
Slovenia, Radovljica Prov, Village
San Blas, San Blas Woman, 2000 - San Blas is one of the more interesting places in the Caribbean. The Cuna Indian women dress colorfully, including wearing gold rings through their noses and enormous gold earrings. The San Blas Islands are just off the coast of Panama, accessible by small aircraft from Panama City. I conjectured that in ancient times before missionaries, the women painted the mole design on their naked bodies.
England, Slough Prov, Bridge City
Vietnam, Vinh Long Prov, Floating Market
UK, Pembrokeshire Prov, Claudina
PH, North Cotabato Province, Attentive Boy, 2008, IMG_9149 - Globular eyes, a Buddha-like appearance and innocence.
Turkey, Agri Prov, Road
Slovenia, Mezica Prov, Small Village
Papua New Guinea, Huli Dancers, 1983 - This group of intense Huli dancers caused quite a commotion. Their leader wore a black Halloween-type rubber mask. I thought they were spectacular.
Sao Tome, Canoes On Coast, 2000 - Canoes followed the coast. I looked down from the road far above.