China Sojourns Photography (作客中国摄影) is a simple project that started where I would post photos from China and around the world. From a small town in the USA (Pendleton, Oregon) to living in international cities (Hong Kong, Beijing), there were many different paths I have taken with much to do, to see, to contemplate, and, in the end, to experience. The name changed to Global Sojourns Photography when my work took me to the Czech Republic in 2017.
While the focus is on photography, there will also be occasions when the mood strikes that philosophy via photography will be combined. Often, I believe that while writing & photography are both solitary pursuits, it is the inspiration of others that allows me to create: the sharing of ideas and learning. A mutual exchange of ideas and inspiration.
As such, the theme for this site will be “us” ~ two souls dancing and learning as we move forward in life.
The definition of “Us” in this blog can be explained by the Chinese word 缘分 (yuan-fen).
There is no direct translation of 缘分 (yuan-fen) to English. It is often linked to Buddhism and karma and defined as ‘pre-ordained affinity/fate/destiny,’ where destiny awaits your action when opportunities arise.
This means that while it may be fate two people should meet, whether they stay together is up to yuan-fen and destiny. Yuan (缘) brings two people together, and Fen (分) is the work necessary to fulfill this destiny. When you choose to take or forego an opportunity, 缘分 (yuan-fen) has arrived and becomes a part of your life forever depending on your commitment.
In this blog, I hope to expand on the 缘分 (yuan-fen) between us, increasing our value and happiness.
Through contemplation & through the lens of a camera are where many of my ideas of life are created. The constant search to find a choice moment in time where an idea will transpire via words or a photo to bring inspiration is a daily goal. I see inspiration every day in the people I know. Ideas are what keep us dancing.
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Global Sojourns: Photography & Philosophy 
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