Friends on Trikes was taken on my recent trip to Dong Guan, China. Many locals get around either on foot or some sort of cycle. Cars are evidently a fairly new introduction there as there are no old cars, most all the roads look new and driving is a new concept - and the learning curve is steep!

Everglades Grandma was taken in Cooperstown,

Florida. She raises alligators and offers airboat rides through the Everglades, also known as the River of Grass - it is not a swamp as many people believe. She handled this little gator as if it was a kitten. She'll even let you hold it if you dare -I did! The airboat ride is always fun and if you are ever out in that part of the world do not pass up the opportunity to ride one.

I have been there many times for hiking, alligator watching, off-roading, sightseeing, listening to the beautiful sounds of nature, or just plain hangin' out. When the mosquitoes are at a minimum, I would like to go back and do some kayaking or canoeing through there. I love the Everglades.

For more info on this wonderful area go to http://www.everglades.national-park.com/