Sharing photos and stories from my travels.
The Pericú People lived in the area that is now San José del Cabo for thousands of years and called the area Añuitní, which means “area between the palm trees”. They were hunters and gatherers, and also relied on the abundant provisions provided by the Sea of California. Explorer Hernán Cortéz arrived from Spain in... Continue Reading →
Milestone birthdays always seem to make us pause and reflect on our past achievements, experiences and life in general. We often think of our family, and the friends we’ve made along the way, and maybe even those we’ve crossed paths with who were less than friendly. No matter what we focus on, these occasions are... Continue Reading →
I’m taking a break this week from my Paris by the Numbers series to share some thoughts about a recent milestone birthday I celebrated. Where do the years go?? It's hard to believe that I have reached this age. I don't feel old, in fact, sometimes I feel like a kid who doesn't know what... Continue Reading →
My husband had a milestone birthday last week. Since we thought we would be living in France by now, I had planned on surprising him with a trip to the Loire Valley for a hot air balloon ride and wine tasting. But sadly, thanks to COVID, that didn't work out. (I have written about life... Continue Reading →
I celebrated a milestone birthday last week. It's hard to believe that I have reached this age; where did the time go? I don't feel old, in fact, sometimes I feel like a kid who doesn't know what to do when I grow up! I have grey hair, wrinkles, arthritis, aches and pains, but I... Continue Reading →
A winery tour and tasting is always a great way to spend an afternoon. However, it's hard to top a tour and tasting shared with loved ones in a beautiful, rustic setting. Add to that some remarkable wines, rescued animals and a skinny-dipping three year old, and you have a perfect afternoon! That is exactly... Continue Reading →
In 1979 my brother and I saw Eric Clapton in concert at the Seattle Center Coliseum, Muddy Waters was the warm up act. This was my introduction to blues, and what a great place to start. Fast forward 40 years to the Portland Waterfront Blues Festival, where, within minutes of arriving, I heard an artist... Continue Reading →
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