I like to criticize technology's effects on travel -- how it can shut us off from both sight and sound, turn soul-searching into wi-fi searching, and funnel hours of exploration into the confines of a monitor. But today, the man in dark glasses reminded me how blogging can push you further into the analog world....

In my traveling about the web, I keep an eye out for beautiful art that you can take with you. This little illustrated web story , about an exchange student who comes to visit, is from the Guardian. Everyone can use a little art to brighten their day.