Colors of My Heart

Airport Mesa is immensely popular as one of the finest sunset viewing spots in Sedona, Arizona - a city steeped in a spiritual atmosphere.  Situated on an elevated plateau in the heart of Sedona, it offers a breathtaking 360-degree panoramic view of the majestic red rock formations that surround the area. The ultimate highlight here is the dramatic transformation of the landscape around sunset. As the sun begins its descent toward the western horizon, the sky is painted in a beautiful gradient of orange, pink, and purple. Immediately after the sun dips below the horizon, Sedona’s signature "afterglow" takes center stage. Basking in the lingering light, towering red rock monuments such as Thunder Mountain and Cathedral Rock glow in a deep, vivid red, appearing as though they are illuminating from within. Eventually, the vibrant twilight fades into the rich hues of night, and twinkling lights gently begin to illuminate the town below. The majestic interplay of colors and sereni...

Balboa Park, an iconic cultural park in San Diego, is a captivating destination that seamlessly blends rich natural beauty with stunning Spanish-style architecture. The park is filled with a variety of highlights. The Botanical Building, constructed with one of the world’s largest wooden lath structures, stands as a landmark where visitors can admire vibrant tropical and rare plants. Right in front of it lies the Lily Pond, a peaceful spot where visitors can enjoy gracefully blooming water lilies and aquatic plants, along with the scenic reflections of the sky and the beautiful building on the water's surface. Furthermore, the California Tower, adorned with intricate Baroque-style carvings, boasts an undeniable presence that can be recognized from almost anywhere in the park.  The classic arched arcades leading toward Plaza de Panama offer a pleasant, shaded walkway while creating a truly picturesque view. Visitors can also stroll through the Inez Grant Parker Memorial Rose Garden,...

In Brussels, the capital of Belgium, there are two famous statues with a humorous "urination" motif. The first is "Manneken Pis" (affectionately known as Julian), created in the 17th century. He is a world-famous icon with a legend of a boy who once saved the city from a fire. Although he is quite small, standing at only about 61 cm tall, he boasts a massive wardrobe of over 1,000 costumes gifted from all over the world, delighting visitors with his frequent outfit changes during events. On the other hand, "Jeanneke Pis" (the peeing girl), created in 1985, is located tucked away in a narrow alley about a 10-minute walk from Manneken Pis. While she was established for a serious cause—to raise funds for medical research—her squatting posture is depicted so realistically that it often leaves visitors even more surprised than Manneken Pis. Today, she sits quietly behind iron bars installed to prevent vandalism. One is a historic, heroic boy, and the other i...