Concerning Public Disparities

Through the cracks of my lips and the curled tufts at the end of my cheeks, I am forced to push forward a smile and talk about the good luck that I have had throughout my life. Although never affluent or markedly gifted to the point where it had brought me National or Global notoriety, I was able to work hard and use the talents I was given a gift to make quite a meaningful life for myself. So, forthright and wholeheartedly today, I'm talking about a very different subject altogether. Yea, I plead, I am here to discuss the circumstances less fortunate than my own.

Poverty-stricken communities are traveling all around the globe, more so often than not. As individuals walk around and Louis Vuitton suits and Versace underwear, with their Lamborghini Gallardo sitting in their garage and their very comfortable 401K plan and stock portfolio regenerating itself and the offset backgrounds, at least 75% of the rest of our globe is suffering. This is what first drew me into health and social sciences, anthropology, and the study of public policy from a freelance perspective. There are so many individuals around the globe that you're not kind of Market on these Enterprises, much less understand them even in their native tongue, and it is the reason why I always have dressed as simply and as frugally as possible.

Although I travel quite a good amount, I'm never rolling and the financial circumstances too late for have Ashley when I do so. nay, I go very basic and barebones, usually only consuming a meal and a half a day and either walking or taking it as much public transport as possible. I mostly do this out of humility, as there are many other individuals that could use the food.

Every single day, there are more human lives that are lost that contribute to the growing epidemic of genocide. Everybody has fingers two points the blame, but no heart to accept the blame for themselves. It is everybody's responsibility, truly, to try and move this world into a better place. It is possible if we try, although it will take quite a long time.

And so truly, my heart goes out to anyone who is stricken by shame, poverty, salmon, or any other misfortune. Instead of donating to your bank account, take a few seconds 2 donate to a charitable cause, or volunteer at one. There's a lot of work to be done, and it starts with us.

Cousler Park

Back in the 20th century, Ethel Cousler dedicated several beautiful acres to Central York's inhabitants, in the form of a public park system that still gets used to this day. It's part of the West Manchester Park system and maintained by the local township, in the form of a public park system the still gets used to this day. Is part of the West Manchester Park system and maintain by the local Township. It is a beautiful Park that has to miles worth of trails that surround the area.

In my youth, many good memories were spent at this park, including day spent searching for Pokémon on Pokémon Go, climbing the rocks, walking around looking at all the trees. It is a very nice and quaint place for an individual to go for a hike. So this being said, go out for a stroll. You never know what might be awaiting you.

America's Capital City

When I was halfway through college I took a day trip to Washington, D.C. I had been here before in middle school, but this time, I came with just two other friends to enjoy the city and some museums. For this post, I'm going to reflect upon past experiences in the city, as well as my trip in my twenties.

When I first went in 8th grade, I was socially awkward. I had like three good friends, and I was constantly trying to mack on the pretty girls in my 8th grade class. Unfortunately, all of this was to no avail. I did, however, make some friends, see a lot of the major monuments, and managed to get lost once or twice. This was my first experience having a cell phone as well, so I had my best friend's number on speed dial for this reason. Seeing the Washington Monument and Jefferson Memorial and Natural History Museum were all quite entertaining, and the Air and Space Museum blew me off my feet as well.

But I returned later in life, I learned that it made more sense to take the subway everywhere instead of driving through crazy traffic, and to plan time for two or three really excellent museums. And so, that's exactly what I did. I hopped in the car for my friend’s house in Westminster Maryland, and from there we headed for the nearest DC subway stop. We got a special deal on cost of parking (which always comes in handy, mind you), bought a day pass for the subway line, and headed for center city.

Upon arrival, we were blown away by the sheer amount of stuff that there is to be found in the city. I came back a few months later to experience the National Zoo and see their beautiful pandas again, but even this was not quite as awesome as being lost in the big metropolitan DC. We staggered around, eventually stumbling upon the Native American History Museum. We thenceforth went to the Space Museum, learning about astral science and whatnot.

At both museums, there were massive gift shops, and a plethora of history lessons. If you are reading this, understand that science is an important part of our evolutionary past, and that it is important to understand the world around us. Also understand that if you're looking to understand the world around us and the science behind it, going to the Smithsonian museums in Washington DC is a perfect way to do so. They are fun, competitively inexpensive (with most of them being free), and also very relaxing. In actuality, I would argue that the museums and history are probably the number one reason to visit Washington DC.

If you're still not sold, know that there are plenty of clubs and bars, good restaurants, movie theaters, concert venues, and other exciting things. I can personally attest to the National Zoo and concert venues there, as I've been to both and give both very good feedbacks. The capital of America is a city to be experienced for and by yourself, and absolutely worth a day trip. I am lucky that I only lived about two hours away from the state capital, so it was pretty cost-efficient to spend a day there.

Zoos and Aquariums

In my life, I have been to several zoos and Aquariums. I've been to the ones in Baltimore, Washington DCf and Cleveland Ohio. 

There's always a lesson to be learned from seeing creatures and someone natural habitats outside of their natural habitat. We can learn so much about ourselves just from watching others.

most zoos and Aquariums are generally fairly expensive. The Baltimore aquarium is no exception, but aside from parking, the zoo in Washington DC is free. the zoo in DC is one of four in the United States to have pandas. I really enjoy pandas and other exotic creatures, so aside from going out into the wild and checking through the brush, this is about as close as I will get to them for a while.

When I was a kid, I went to the aquarium at the age of 7 and fell in love with marine life. In fact, up until I was 12 years old, I wanted to pursue an advanced education in marine biology and study sea creatures and marine wildlife.

The only thing that really changed this was the fact that I didn't want to get swallowed by animals in the ocean. I studied everything that I could about these creatures when I was younger, and I'm so glad I did. I had a wealth of information to offer others around me at the aquarium, from a young age onward.

And then, I found pandas.

Although I am no longer as strong and biology as I once was, it is still a fascination of mine. Admittedly, I wish that the animals kept in zoos and Aquariums had better lives there that were more naturalistic, but at the same time, then I wouldn't be able to know the beauty that is their life. What is most important to remember regardless of circumstance every time we go to, is that these creatures are not pets or toys, but that they are living and sentient creatures who are trying to make their ends meet just as well as our own. Their environment has become as accommodating as possible, but it will still never replicate home. We must always respect the creatures that we see, and enjoy them and appreciate them for what and where they are.

And so I ask you, what will you do to make life better for all living creatures?

Why I became a content creator

when I was finished with my undergraduate studies, I realized that I needed a new outlet. Erase alleviate stress and anxiety. I'll break from the normal 9 to 5 job. So that's when I decided to become a content creator.

But just like every young and aspiring content creator, I didn't know what kind of content I wanted to create. After all, there are more and more YouTubers getting discovered every single day, and more and more blogs launching like wildfire. Every. Single. Day.

I didn't know where to start, where to begin. but then it suddenly dawned on me, that I had a passion that I was serious about. One that I could dump all of my time and energy into.

And I was in the middle of Georgia, looking at the tallest mountain in the state. And I said to myself, I'm going to be at the top of that. and then, I can conquer anything.

The views that inspired Big World Small Feet.

Traveling, culture, and hiking. I realized I was one of the most and I was damn proud of it. and so, I realized that I wanted to see the world and share its Beauty with everybody.

And so, the rush inspires me, that day, and every day. I wanted to feel the cold light of day again. To 

feel the Sunshine upon my skin. I know that I must drive, get out of the house, make myself useful.

However, I don't find any usefulness and going to bars or clubs or hitting the city. I'd much rather be found on the road, discovering new places, meeting new people in nature.

But of course, it's different for everybody. Just as not everybody finds enjoyment from the mountains, not everybody finds enjoyment from the beaches. You just have to find what works for you.

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Harper's Ferry

Harper's Ferry is a quaint town that sits on the borders of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. This little inlet is a historical constitution and battle site for the Revolutionary War, with many historical buildings still standing to this day. Also a particular note are the Shenandoah and Potomac River, which converge here at this town. This small Port Town also happens to lie between two mountain ranges with excellent hiking, Maryland Heights on one side and Loudon Heights on the other. With the total population being right around 300, this small town thrives on its history and tourism, visitations of one of the most famous Roman Catholic churches in the states, parts of the B&O Railroad, several gift shops, Old damaged sewage canals, military buildings and bases, and an awesome little park overlooking the two converging rivers.

At the mouth of the river.

Although there wasn't too much to the town, it was nice to be able to stop here to recharge our batteries, get souvenirs, learn about history, and eat a small lunch before heading home from a day full of hiking. We were in the Shenandoah mountain range that day, with a good part of the Appalachian trail running parallel to Harpers Ferry. They are so proud of their part of the trail, they actually have an Appalachian Trail Conservancy building station in the center of town. It is one of the most highly trafficked parts of the trail, especially due to proximity to town and the overall toughness of this part of the trail.

Even though we didn't spend a whole lot of time here, I would definitely have been more impressed if we got there earlier in the day when all the historic buildings were open. We wandered in and around the sewage canals, The Boarding House, and the signing house, but as far as the barracks and other important military buildings, we didn't get to see a whole lot. I definitely recommend starting here earlier in the day and then moving on from there if you want to actually see all the cool things in the town.

The main road in and out of town.

If you are planning a hike in the Shenandoah or the Appalachian Trail the next day, this can be a perfect place to stop, grab and All American bite to eat, unwind, and get up nice and early the next day. There's a couple of AirB&B spots nearby, as well as rather cheap hotels and lodging. Even if you're just passing through the area or coming close to it, it is absolutely worth a detour if you can afford to do so. It is also worth stopping to learn about John Brown's military seizure and the abolitionist regiment's attempt to end slavery back in 1859. And, if all else fails and you're not the biggest history buff, it's got incredibly scenic views for breathtaking photo opportunities, and is the Midway point between three different states.

Big Schloss

Spring breaks are normally used for drinking and partying. Instead, I used mine to go hiking. Big Schloss means big castle in German, and with a summit of 2164 feet, it definitely lives up to its expectation. The hike itself isn't all that challenging, with most of the switchbacks being incredibly minor and early on in and the adventure. Around every single turn, however, lies a beautiful photo opportunity of the Appalachian Mountain Valley and the Shenandoah River Valley. Since the mountain itself lies in the greater Appalachian Mountain section and borders the Shenandoah, there are lots of Scenic views to be shared between Virginia and West Virginia throughout the entire hike.

Here is one of many beautiful panoramas of the area.

For a total difficulty of this like, I would put it at about a 3 out of 10. There was a hefty section in the beginning the required some walking straight uphill, but once you got to the switchbacks, they were actually very mild compared to other trails and both the Appalachian and Shenandoah ranges. There are no rock scrambles, and most of the hike is over flat ground that does not flood very easily. There is some optional rock climbing, which gets you a couple of cool pictures, but nothing too severe or major.

You'll start your day near a small town in West Virginia, supplying up on trail mix, energy bars, and whatever lunch or dinner you intend to eat on the trail. The sun will be directly overhead for most of the hike, but there is just enough tree coverage to prevent you from overheating. Pack your containers full of water and your typical hiking supplies though, and all will be okay. It is very hard to overexert yourself on this mountain, as it is meant to be enjoyed at a leisurely pace.

During my hike, I encountered no wildlife besides a couple of birds chirping in the trees. I did, however, enjoy crossing a footbridge to the summit and enjoying the silent beautiful realm of nature. Being one of the tallest mountains in West Virginia, with its Summit itself being in Virginia, it was quite an incredible Adventure to see the mountainside in all of his glory. My shadow was cast over the entire valley because of the way the sun hit the cliff face.

And I felt magnificent.

Once you're done hiking, Harpers Ferry is about 20 minutes away for another fun and fancy stop on your travels. There are also another couple of towns nearby that I'll provide their own cute little charm. The biggest reason I would say to hike this mountain is because it is a fun and enjoyable hike for anybody in the family. So if you need a weekend activity, this is how to do it.