Wednesday, July 23, 2008

Adventures of the super tourist

My secret identity has been uncovered; try as I might to keep it hidden, the truth eventually came out in all its strength. Behold, the super tourist! No Monument is safe from the reach of my 18-300 lens, no destination left un-explored. I read maps and instructive brochures. I carry all the essential items in my souvenir bags and camera cases. I protect my delicate skin from the tropical sun. My identity badges ensure that I am never lost in a foreign place. In short, all I need to complete my super-identity is a cape and boots, which would of course wreck the image entirely. A cape would just look ridiculous, and we can have none of that.