Lisbon & Casais, Portugal

Posted on 04/04/2023 by Maria Peterson

This is the only trip where I had to come home early. It was late Wednesday night (3/11/2020), and President Trump announced that I have until Friday to get back to the United States. Truly a moment that changed the world…

*can’t believe it took only three years to post this – but it’s important. The only journey ever where I didn’t finish. It’s on the bucket list to go back.

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People change as they travel in faith,

not by standing still waiting to understand everything.

MARIA PETERSON PHOTOGRAPHY

Elephant Seals Beach, CA

Posted on 03/19/2023 by Maria Peterson

When driving the Pacific Coast Highway, one of the very best things to do is to visit the Piedras Blancas Elephant Seals Beach near Hearst Castle.

And if possible, do it around sunset.

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“Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” ~ Albert Einstien

MARIA PETERSON PHOTOGRAPHY