Hi there. I’m The Time Traveler.
I like to travel to different time periods and worlds through books, novels, and other written works. Sometimes I travel physically to destinations around the world as well. As you can tell from the name, Lit Time Travel is all about literature, history, and travel.
If you are a time traveler like me, please share the worlds and time periods you’ve traveled to! If not, I hope you enjoy the voyages I embark on inside and outside the fictions and non-fictions I explore.
Welcome to Lit Time Travel!
Recent Posts:
- Santa Clara University’s de Saisset Museum (Feat. Mission Bell)
Previously in my post on Mission Santa Clara, I had briefly mentioned the de Saisset Museum. I made a trip to the Museum to look at the fourth bell of the Mission displayed inside, only to find that it was closed during… Read more: Santa Clara University’s de Saisset Museum (Feat. Mission Bell) - Mission San Jose: The One in Fremont Where Estanislao Lived🌄
Moving along the El Camino Real1, I made my visit to Mission San Jose last month. I naturally assumed by its name that it was located somewhere in San Jose. Interestingly enough, it’s actually located in the city of Fremont! Getting to… Read more: Mission San Jose: The One in Fremont Where Estanislao Lived🌄 - In the Desert
“In the Desert” is a poem I wrote back in college after being inspired by a gospel song written by a Korean singer-songwriter. By The Time Traveler As everyone knows,There is nothing butHeat and barrennessIn the desert.It is a dismal placeSurrounded by… Read more: In the Desert - California Missions Passport & Stamps
I did touch upon the topic of California Missions Passport in my post on Mission Santa Clara. But I decided to dedicate an entire post, as it turns out to be much more significant than I previously thought, especially for history lovers!… Read more: California Missions Passport & Stamps - Mission Santa Clara de Asís: Historic Church On Campus🏫
Continuing on with my long overdue trips to California’s 21 missions, I arrived at the next mission on my list: Mission Santa Clara de Asís. As its name indicates, I thought that it was located somewhere in the city of Santa Clara.… Read more: Mission Santa Clara de Asís: Historic Church On Campus🏫 - The Day I Caught Scooby-Doo
If you clicked on this blog post wondering about the title, it’s exactly as you read it: I literally caught Scooby-Doo one day. It was at Westfield Valley Fair, inside Bowlero Valley Fair where there are bowling alleys and arcades. I came… Read more: The Day I Caught Scooby-Doo - San Jose Japantown: A Hub of History (feat. Manju & More)
San Jose’s Japantown When “Japantown” is mentioned, I think most people immediately think of the one in San Francisco. Well, at least that’s how Google seems to think according to search results. And honestly, that’s how I thought. But there’s actually another… Read more: San Jose Japantown: A Hub of History (feat. Manju & More) - BART Appreciation Art – BARTolomew
A few months ago, there was a call for artworks on the Bay Area Rapid Transit system. The BART Art Program invited local artists to submit their artworks to be shared in various public spaces like train stations. Though I learned about… Read more: BART Appreciation Art – BARTolomew - Lick Mill & Mansion: Remnants of History Amongst Apartments
Mansion Grove Apartments I traveled to Santa Clara, CA for the first time recently. And while down there, I visited an apartment complex called Mansion Grove. It’s located near the VTA Headquarters, Samsung, Cisco and other big companies. The gated community features… Read more: Lick Mill & Mansion: Remnants of History Amongst Apartments - Mission Dolores: A Lovely Chapel of History at the Heart of SF❤️
California missions hold a special place in my heart. I think it’s because I love history so much, to the point of majoring in it in college, that structures dating back to early Californian history mesmerize me so. And because I grew… Read more: Mission Dolores: A Lovely Chapel of History at the Heart of SF❤️ - From, The Time Traveler
Although this piece was rejected by The Fool’s World, I wanted to share it here as it sums up why I call myself “The Time Traveler.” - Javier Zamora’s Solito: A Memoir Like No Other
Although frequenting bookstores is a great hobby of mine, I try my best not to buy more books. For one thing, I have too many books to read at home that I haven’t gotten to yet. And my other reason for banning… Read more: Javier Zamora’s Solito: A Memoir Like No Other - International House at UC Berkeley: A Building Steeped in History
Have you heard of “International House,” aka “I-House”? I had never heard of it until 2022 when I found out that such a place existed at UC Berkeley. And after learning about its history and significance, I wish UCLA had an International… Read more: International House at UC Berkeley: A Building Steeped in History - Game of Shrooms 2024: Review & Tips for Future Artists & Hunters
Game of Shrooms 2024 Review The Game of Shrooms has, once again, come and gone. And I must say…What whirlwind of fun that was! I had a blast creating mushroom-themed art and hiding them out in the world like some secret shroom… Read more: Game of Shrooms 2024: Review & Tips for Future Artists & Hunters - It’s Back! 🍄Game of Shrooms 2024🍄
It seems like just a few months ago when I wrote my review for the 2023 Game of Shrooms. I can’t believe it’s been practically an entire year! And hence, in just 2 days, mushroom hiders and seekers will once again emerge… Read more: It’s Back! 🍄Game of Shrooms 2024🍄 - Gem of a French Bread: Fougasse from Fournée Bakery
One thing I’ve noticed after moving up to NorCal is that bakeries here are infinitely better than the ones in SoCal. What I mean is, bakeries in the Bay feel more authentic and artisanal, and often times they are. I think there… Read more: Gem of a French Bread: Fougasse from Fournée Bakery - Christmas at PADERIA BAKEHOUSE: ‘Twas a Holly Jolly Visit 🎄
Just four more days until Christmas! It really has felt like it for the past few weeks. With the radio blasting timeless songs and Spotify recommending playlists like “Christmas Pop” and “Merry & Bright,” it feels like Christmas is already here. And… Read more: Christmas at PADERIA BAKEHOUSE: ‘Twas a Holly Jolly Visit 🎄 - Best Coffee in Berkeley, CA
It’s been a long time coming since I decided to write this post. After being inundated with material and ideas (as well as non-blog related matters) over the past six months or so, I had to postpone sharing my go-to coffee spots… Read more: Best Coffee in Berkeley, CA - Game of Shrooms 2023: Review & Tips for Future Artists & Hunters
Well, Game of Shrooms has come and gone! It was my very first time (ever!) participating. As expected, it was exhilarating and exhausting to join in as both artist and shroom hunter. For this year’s game, I created one mushroom-themed artwork titled,… Read more: Game of Shrooms 2023: Review & Tips for Future Artists & Hunters - Game of Shrooms: It’s Time to Hunt for Artsy Shrooms!
It’s finally June… Which means Game of Shrooms is almost here! Next week, the 2023 Game of Shrooms will commence. What is “Game of Shrooms”? It’s an annual art hide-and-seek that takes place all over the world for just one day; and… Read more: Game of Shrooms: It’s Time to Hunt for Artsy Shrooms! - The Passing of Powell Cat, A True UCLA Icon
Did you know that there was a cat named “Powell Cat” at the University of California, Los Angeles? You probably didn’t. Because not even everyone who attended or visited UCLA knew “Powell Cat.” Only some of the hundreds of thousands of alumni… Read more: The Passing of Powell Cat, A True UCLA Icon
