MELLOW’S MUSINGS
Random Reflections And Thoughts
🌏 How Global Trade Shapes The Way We Wander
When you sip a cappuccino in Rome or buy a handmade trinket in Croatia, you’re not just engaging with a local culture — you’re riding the invisible currents of global trade. Most travelers don’t think about shipping lanes, tariffs, or currency flows when they pack their suitcase. But let me tell you, whether you’re strolling through the Champs-ÉlysĂ©es…
Up, Up, And Away To Italia!
So it begins. Mellow Wanderer sets out with his loving and beautiful companion, Mrs. Wanderer, for a seven week journey to the ancient city of Rome and places beyond. Our home base is near the historic area close to the Spanish Steps. (As seen in the above photo.) Stay tuned for some exciting adventures! Ciao,…
Rain Or Shine This Island Paradise Shines
Nothing cuts through the fun at the southern most spot in the continental U.S. Not searing heat, stifling humidity, or torrential tropical storms of South Florida. Key West just keeps rolling along through it all! Mallory Square Sunset On our current trip, a passing cold front confronts the hot moist air of Key West and…
Close Encounter: Alligator Versus RC Boat
There are some Instagram videos that capture my attention. This one did because it’s so Florida. It’s hard to say, from my perspective, if this is a chance encounter or something that was planned. Wildlife taunting isn’t acceptable under any circumstance. Neither is playful teasing. The activity should have stopped and the toy removed from…