Beyond Borders: How is a Life Shaped by Travel
Shirley Marquardt-Tynan Shirley Marquardt-Tynan

Beyond Borders: How is a Life Shaped by Travel

A lifelong traveler reflects on how global exploration, cultural traditions, and curiosity shape perspective, creativity, and connection: from early journeys abroad to a continuing passion for discovering beauty around the world.

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The Wild Child
Shirley Marquardt-Tynan Shirley Marquardt-Tynan

The Wild Child

I was never meant to be a “boss babe”

A wild child.

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Why Art?
Shirley Marquardt-Tynan Shirley Marquardt-Tynan

Why Art?

Today, I am in my second Spring and my time with art is revived, more purposeful. I see…

Art as Creation, Art as Expression, Art as Learning, and Art as Exposing Oneself.

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Lessons from a Road Trip
Shirley Marquardt-Tynan Shirley Marquardt-Tynan

Lessons from a Road Trip

Well the return trip from Sanibel, Florida to Manitou Springs in January was quite the adventure. We knew there was a small window between snow events so we decided to thread the needle.

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