A record of a winter river-tracing challenge full of variables. A detailed account of facing multiple trials on the Neiganzhai Old Trail as winter set in — the river swelling, slipping off a cliff, and a flashlight breaking. Sharing a traveler's awe before the forces of nature in extreme conditions, and that unique experience of steaming in the cold wind — clumsy yet comfortable.
A gritty chronicle of heading to Caotun, Nantou for engineering measurements during Severe Typhoon Krosa. Nostalgic memories of the PDA dial-up era, failed windshield wipers on the freeway, and dodging an airborne stainless steel water tank. Reflections on the raw power of nature and camaraderie.
A record of an adventure leading to the hidden Hongye Valley Waterfall in the Datun Mountains of Tamsui. A detailed account of the miserable experience of being attacked by a large swarm of leeches when the water volume was abundant after heavy rain. Sharing observations of the natural ecology around Neigan Great Waterfall, along with transportation and safety advice for visiting this quiet water source.
A whimsical fantasy RPG-style chronicle of backpacking across Middle-earth (New Zealand) in 2006. Chronicling how the Hero Mizuc and an eccentric band of companions gathered in a mysterious old lodge, embarking on a working holiday saga of wandering, raiding NPC resources (groceries), and battling the Dark Lord's insidious magic (everyday existential lethargy).
A firsthand account of a driving dispute on Provincial Highway 2. Detailing how a Jeep driver maliciously cut across the line before a red light, deliberately stalled to block the lane after the green, and the psychological game when facing a road menace's provocation. A reflection on the leisurely mood of cruising the North Coast, and the calm choice between "carrying family" and "defending the right of way."
A detailed record of the expenses of a four-day Hualien-Taitung trip in 2006, including lodging costs at Wuling Farm, Hongye Hot Spring, and Zhiben Hot Spring, as well as spending on local delicacies such as Chishang bento, Donghe buns, and Guangfu Sugar Factory ice cream, for readers planning a Hualien-Taitung trip.
The final day of the round-island journey, departing from Zhiben Hot Spring along the scenic coastal route heading north. Savoring the renowned Donghe pork buns, visiting the Coastal Tropic of Cancer Marker and Dahan Institute of Technology in Hualien, and concluding this impromptu typhoon-altered four-day eastern Taiwan wandering amidst the crawling traffic of the Hsuehshan Tunnel.
Day 3 of the round-island journey: savoring rich fresh milk at Ruisui Ranch, photographing the Tropic of Cancer monument, and climbing into Taimali's Wangyou Valley on Daylily Mountain to capture the golden blossom ocean across the mountain slopes, before torrential storm clouds and approaching typhoon disrupted our circuit plans.
Day 2 of the round-island road trip: departing from Wuling Farm, crossing Dayuling on Provincial Highway 8, and descending through Taroko National Park into Hualien City. Chronicling early morning alpine vistas, thrilling drives through dense mountain fog at Jinma Tunnel, refreshing desserts in Hualien, and an overnight stay at historic Hongye Hot Spring.
A spontaneous five-day round-island expedition originating from Tamsui. Day 1 chronicles the road trip from Tamsui to Wuling Farm in Taichung, featuring the first-time drive through the Hsuehshan Tunnel, roadside agricultural charm along Provincial Highway 7, and the alpine natural splendor of Wuling Farm.
