The Dean of Travel

Mountain gorilla presentation- Omaha Zoo

Saturday afternoon a nice crowd gathered to listen and learn about mountain gorillas in Rwanda.

 

 
 
 A special thank you to Linda Sutherland for championing the idea to bring me to the Omaha Zoo!

 

Visiting with some of the crowd before the presentation.

 

A special thanks to Amy Tharp for helping me man the books and photos.  Thanks to Tom Goc and Don Bowen for taking photos and for all the people who helped me carry stuff.  WIthout all your help and support the logistics would be much harder and not near as much fun.   

One last thing, a thank you to all who took materials to adopt a gorilla with the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International. Your support will go a long way to supporting their effort to help protect the mountain gorillas.

Cheers,

Dean
 

Hoar Frost in Nebraska

Winter continues to be expressed here in Nebraska.  Lately we have had foggy/cloudy days that have provided a nice opportunity to capture a few more photos.

If you are like me, the idea of Spring is appealing.  But at least we have the beauty of winter to admire.

 

Barb wire gets a few extra barbs of frost.

 

Winter wonderland.

 
 
 Cattails in Nebraska.

A Bald Eagle takes refuge in a frost covered tree. 

 

Norris School District-Nebraska

It is Martin Luther King Jr Day, and what better way to spend it than to be with a auditorium filled with students encouraging them to stay true to their dreams!

 

By the end of the day, I had the privilege to be with over 1,300 students.  Sharing stories and lessons learned along the journey of life and the joy that comes with staying true to ones heart.

Middle school students prepare for our time together.

And away we go!

A big thank you to the staff at Norris for taking good care of me during my visit and to the Nebraska Department of Education for sponsoring the day.

   Dr. King once said,"everyone can all be great, because everyone can serve."   This is true, when we are in service for the higher good of humanity, it offers the opportunity for greatness of the human spirit.  It calls forth our better nature and moves life forward in a positive way and dignified manner.  May we all take pause to consider our role to create such a world.

Cheers,

Dean

   

 

Winter scenes

Winter can be brutal and beautiful.  Some of that might depend on whether or not you have a warm fire or cup of coffee to come home to.

 
 Even so, when you look close, beauty can be found.

  

My aunt in Iowa was kind enough to remind me that I hadn't posted any new photos lately.  Sorry for the neglect.

On Monday, Jan. 18th,  I will be visiting the Norris School District to talk to the students about following their dreams, a perfect way to celebrate Martin Luther King Day. 

On Saturday, Jan. 23rd, I will be at the Omaha Zoo, please help me spread the word of this presentation by telling your friends.  The talk will be open to the public.

And in case you are tired of all the snow, here's a baby bunny to make you smile.  I'm working on a children's book and plan to include this little guy.

  

Have a good week and happy Martin Luther King Day!

Cheers,

Dean

Mountain Gorilla Presentation - "G is for Gorillas and for Giving"

Below you will find a short video that talks about the upcoming program about mountain gorillas set at the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo on Saturday, Jan. 23rd, 1:30 pm.  Please share it with all your friends!

I hope to see you at the Omaha Zoo!

Cheers,

Dean