April brings better temperatures and longer days to Los Angeles. It felt like the right time to head to Boyle Heights and trek through the bridges that connect one side of the city to the other. I was 13 when I watched the movie American Me. That movie explained the literal division in the city … Continue reading Walking in L.A.: The Bridges of Boyle Heights
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Travels of an Angeleno Before COVID-19: A Day in Shanghai
After three grueling days of walking in and around the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, the time had finally come to enjoy the city. I had already developed blisters on both feet by this time. Each step was a test of will, curiosity, and desire for new experiences. Century Park The lake at the center … Continue reading Travels of an Angeleno Before COVID-19: A Day in Shanghai
Driving California State Route 1: The Pacific Coast Highway
Long before today's modern highways intertwined through the entire country, the term highway referred to long roads made for long distance driving. The best known of these roads is Route 66, which originally traversed from Chicago to Santa Monica beach. Then, it was the easiest way to travel if you were looking to move west. … Continue reading Driving California State Route 1: The Pacific Coast Highway