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I put off doing what I wanted in life because I always thought it was impractical. It's not impractical. It's uncommon. 

It isn't a midlife crisis. It's a middle-aged reinvention. 

#travelwriting #travelbloggerlife #menstravel #dontbeboring #menslifestyle by @markdmckee11
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7 months ago
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Blowing Rocks Preserve - Hobe Sound, FL

Taken with Minolta srT 201 - Kodak Ultramax 400

September 20th, 2025
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#blowingrockspreserve #floridaphotography #kodakultramax400 taken in Blowing Rocks Preserve by @markdmckee11
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7 months ago
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About last night....

I've become a lover of old fashioneds (very on brand for me). I've been on a search to find the best old fashioned in NYC for the last year and I haven't been able to beat Raines Law Room (which was actually the first I had). 

Last night, I found a contender at Dear Irving on Hudson. Turns out... they're sister bars, so it makes sense. I don't know which one is better...so I'll just have to keep going back and forth and trying them until one emerges victorious. 

#newyorkcocktails #oldfashionedcocktail #newyorklife #cocktails🍸 #thebigapple taken in Dear Irving on Hudson by @markdmckee11
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7 months ago
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I narrowly missed two massive snowstorms in New York City. And both times I was ready to wear this amazing Harris Tweed suit from @alandavidcustomsuits. Not that I'm rooting for more snow just for an excuse to wear it...but I am good with the cold weather to stick around just so I can...

It's warm, stylish, and makes me feel a bit Don Draper. I was out on the town just 'Hammin' it up. See what I did there? No...? Fine...just focus on the suit. 

I also got to sit down with Alan Horowitz from Alan David Custom to talk through what Harris Tweed is and why you need one. Link is in the bio. 

Big thanks to @hannaleeny for missing trains and catching these shots. 

#madmen #dondraper #menssuiting taken in Warren Street Hotel by @markdmckee11
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7 months ago
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Any time I'm invited to a NYC event...my first question will always be if there is pizza.

#nycpizzagram #pizzanight #newyorkstateofmind by @markdmckee11
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8 months ago
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As a writer...I have a complicated relationship with AI. Like all technological advances, it helps and hurts. But now it's winning me over through sheer flattery. When I asked it to make an image using everything it knew about me...it created a knock-off Indiana Jones...a diet @gatesygram...

So I'll give AI a little more grace as long as these bangers still get churned out. Also....@gatesygram, if you ever need a sidekick who is afraid of water and snakes, I'm available. 

#expeditionunknown #aicharacterdesign #travelwriting #aitravel #indianajones by @markdmckee11
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8 months ago
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Started the year with the goal of 25 books in 2025. I ended up with 30. Last year I landed at 21 during my 24 in '24 challenge. As a writer, I sometimes find it hard to take time to read. I've felt bad about not spending that time working on my own novels. What I discovered is that @kylemillsauthor @jackcarrusa @_nickpetrie_ @megan_lally_ and @darcybooks were the inspiration I needed and I did more personal writing this year than the last two years combined. 

So, if you have a goal...don't forget to take the time to get inspiration from the people doing what you want to do. 

Also...if you wanna know which are my favorites from the year, the answer is in my highlights. 

#booktokrecs #novelwriting #readmore #thrillerbooks #bookchallange by @markdmckee11
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9 months ago
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Just yesterday it was Halloween...

#mensstyleguide #menslifestyle #stylewriting #travelwriting #menstravel #stbarth #vegastrip #bajacaliforniasur #baja1000 #formuladrift #vegasformula1 by @markdmckee11
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10 months ago
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Ooooo...the button-down dress shirt. The love of every engineer and IT expert in every office around the world. But they are staples in the wardrobe for a reason and my friends at @roberttalbott.official clues us in as to why. 

Find out why you need one (or three) in my bio. 

#mensstyleguide #menslifestyle #stylewriting #menssuiting #menssuitstyle #menssuits #mensstylewriter #mensdressshirts by @markdmckee11
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a year ago
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October recap

Articles on monochromatic looks, jardigan, a visit to the Maldives, a first jet ski experience, and...a run in w the champ, Mike Tyson. by @markdmckee11
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a year ago
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The utility blazer is the unsung hero of my wardrobe. Especially in the fall and spring when I need a jacket that can look great as a light casual top layer or at dinner with a casual tie. 

Also, there is nothing better to wear in the air. Pockets, comfort, and an elevated look for the sky. These two (tan from @taylorstitch and dark one from @buckmason) 
are the heavy lifters. 

#mensstyleguide #menslifestyle #menssuiting #stylewriting #travelwriting #menssuits #menssuitstyle #mensstylewriter by @markdmckee11
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a year ago
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My toxic trait is that I still pretend I can do everything I did 20 years ago and then get mad at myself when I can't. 

But then don't increase the cardio in the gym so just keep cycling. 

But seriously though...Lake Tahoe is gorgeous. 

#menslifestyle #travelwriting #menstravel #hikelife #hikelaketahoe by @markdmckee11
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a year ago
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