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Tag: risk

It’s Not about Being Good—It’s about Being Bold
Poetry & Fiction

It’s Not about Being Good—It’s about Being Bold

November 5, 2017May 22, 2020 Toby 3 mins read

“It’s time to be bold, stand up, and share your art OUT LOUD.” Thus reads the event description for the open mic night I’m organizing this […]

Africa

Minibus Freedom: On Risk and Reward

February 2, 2016May 22, 2020 Toby 4 mins read

Stand-Up Paddleboarding (well, kneel-up paddleboarding) in Smitswinkel Bay. “Better the devil you know than the devil you don’t…” The sun beats down on my left […]

Africa

Lamu, Kiwayu and the Danger of Playing it Safe

April 4, 2015May 22, 2020 Toby 7 mins read

For those of you who have been following recent events in Garissa, Kenya, and who were aware of the proximity of Lamu and Kiwayu Island […]

Poetry & Fiction

Where Do You Go When Nowhere Is Safe?

December 8, 2014May 22, 2020 Toby 5 mins read

Naturally, after our disappointment at the Moroccan embassy and finally, finally finding a place we could both visit without visas (Kenya), new obstacles have arisen. […]

Europe

Three, Two, One, BUNGEE

July 15, 2013May 22, 2020 Toby 5 mins read

(Sorry, Mom—I know I promised I wouldn’t, but I really think you should be proud of me.) “Do one thing a day that scares you.”  […]

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