A Weekend in Amsterdam

When we were planning our trip to Italy and Croatia this past spring, we never dreamt it would include a weekend in Amsterdam, but things have an odd way of working out at times, so off we went. We had originally planned on taking trains to most of our destinations, which is super easy here... Continue Reading →

A Week in Split, Croatia

Split is a party town according to many of the Croatians we had conversations with during our stay. It’s famous for its nightlife and lively club scene. We saw many groups of visitors clearly in town for a wild weekend - women and men decked out in beach wear, skin tight clothing, and bright shiny... Continue Reading →

Beautiful Villages of Umbria and Tuscany

Umbria and Tuscany are both beautiful places to visit filled with art, architecture, history and hidden treasures; one could easily spend months there and still not see everything. The hillsides dotted with ancient villages seem to be so numerous that it’s hard to pick just a few to visit. They’re all picturesque, welcoming and will... Continue Reading →

Thinking of Spain

For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere, getting away from the chill of winter to a warm, sunny destination is always a treat. And since it has been particularly cold here in Normandie, a break from the winter blues is much needed. We have had snow, freezing temperatures, and when it finally warmed up... Continue Reading →

Flower Shops

There’s something about gently falling snow that is so idyllic, peaceful, and quiet. Falling snow is mesmerizing and creates a cozy atmosphere while one is sitting next to a warm fire, watching it create a white blanket to cover the earth. We enjoyed a little snow a few days ago; here’s the view of our... Continue Reading →

Fences

As most of you may know, we are currently in the US for the holidays and are thoroughly enjoying our time with friends and family. At the moment, we are in sunny San Diego and have had a fabulous time with my sister, nieces, nephew-in-law, and our little grand-nephew. It’s been an amazingly special time;... Continue Reading →

International Mountain Day

Today, December 11, is International Mountain Day, a day set aside to celebrate and recognize the dynamic ecosystems and importance of mountains. Global warming impacts mountains by melting glaciers, killing off plants, trees, animals, and damaging the habitats of the people who live there. By increasing awareness and through conservation, hopefully we can preserve these... Continue Reading →

Trees, Trees, and More Trees

The winter holidays are quickly approaching and theTravelsketcher and I are in the USA to celebrate with family and friends. We’ve been here for only six days and we have already seen my sister, brother-in-law, niece, and nephew, Terry’s sister and brother-in-law, multiple friends, and we celebrated our 36th wedding anniversary; whew! We’ll be up... Continue Reading →

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