Toyota Land Cruiser

An Archaeologist's Rig in AlUla, Saudi Arabia

I came across this vintage Toyota Land Cruiser (FJ-40 series) in the AlUla Oasis in northern Saudi Arabia. If I could just get this sweet rig in my suitcase, I would surprise Vicki!


My daughter has an eye for such machines. Check out these sweet Landys she found in Germany. Follow the link here.

Lake Manyara: A Good Park for Beginners

Lake Manyara: A Good Park for Beginners

The sign at the entrance read “Home of Tree Climbing Lions.”

I thought it best to keep one eye skyward at all times. Having 400 pounds of tooth and claw fall on your head would be terrible surprise. It also would make an end to a lovely safari that Vicki and I and Mr Nixon had planned in the East African country of Tanzania.

Mud, Miracles, and Mr. Nixon: Our Safari Begins

Mud, Miracles, and Mr. Nixon: Our Safari Begins

The three of us were sitting at a table, poolside at Ilboru Safari Lodge. Mr Saif had come to review our itinerary, introduce us to our driver, and, of course, carry the news that Vicki would not be molding in her clothes.