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, Cerkno Prov, Bee In Flower
Philippines, Capiz Prov, Soursop
Cambodia, Siem Reab Prov, Statue View 1
Singapore, Singapore, Marina Sands
UK, Telford And Wrekin Prov, Buildings
Vietnam, Tay Ninh Prov, Receptionist B
Vietnam, Phu Yen Prov, Rock Outcrop
Mexico, Chiapas, 1993 - I traveled to a small village in the Yucatan to see the life in the countryside. There was a small house where a woman sold hand made fabrics. Her daughter was named Firenze. Someone said she looked sad, but actually she seemed to be a happy girl. This was just a quiet moment while she posed for me.
In her village was a church. I went inside. In the back was an area where musicians kept their instruments. I had never seen some of them before. For example, there was a huge guitar. I felt like I had walked back in time. (4x5 format)
Cambodia, Kaoh Kong Prov, Night House
Namibia, Himba Mother and Child Standing, 2000 - This woman was one of the first Himba we saw. She came walking out of the forest with her child. Her gentle demeanor impressed me. She had a classically beautiful face.