MY "TOKYO"
In 2010, I traveled to Tokyo for the first time. To say I was suffering from jet lag would be an understatement. Rather than toss and turn in the darkness of my hotel room, I decided to head out into the city. It was 3AM. As I wandered through the city's dimly lit parks, streets, and alleyways I found myself at peace. The magical city was asleep. My mind became extremely calm and I was suddenly able to process problems and challenges that had previously flustered me. For the next 5 days, I continued this process and each day my mind was clearer and clearer. When I returned home to Chicago, I continued this process. I don't make a journey every day, hopefully 3 or 4 times a month, but I always document something that I witness when I do. The following are images from recent "Tokyo" adventures. Hopefully they inspire you to find your Tokyo.
(5:00 AM) Long no-destination-required walks throughout London were my solution to heavy jet lag. Over the course of a 5 day trip, I found myself wandering across the Millennium Bridge quite often - loving the views of the Tate and St. Paul's as I crossed the Thames. The final morning of my trip I decided to sit down in the middle of the bridge, letting bikers and runners pass by, mesmerized by the stunning cathedral backdropped by cool grey clouds.
