Sharing photos and stories from my travels.
Travels with friends and family can be risky, you need to be sure your travel habits are compatible, and any expectations are similar and clear. When travel companions click, it can result in lovely memories, but when there are problems, it can quickly turn into a trip from hell; as we experienced many years ago... Continue Reading →
The hum of bees is the voice of the garden. Elizabeth Lawrence Cornelius Pass, Oregon
Behold, my friends, the spring is come; the earth has gladly received the graces of the sun, and we shall soon see the results of their love! Sitting Bull, Hunkpapa Lakota leader Spring in Yosemite National Park, CA
Our ship docked in Acapulco early in the morning where we had expansive views of the city from our stateroom deck. Early morning swim But the best part of the day was yet to come; releasing endangered baby sea turtles at Camp Tortuguero Playa Larga. The excursion was a great opportunity to help local environmentalists... Continue Reading →
I am thankful that in a troubled world no calamity can prevent the return of spring. Helen Keller
As I mentioned in my previous post, we took a Panama Canal cruise, in late January and early February. Joined by our dear friends and travel buddies, Tim and Lisa, we set sail from Miami on January 21st for a 16 day adventure with multiple stops along the way. Passing through the Panama Canal was... Continue Reading →
This week is my six year anniversary with WordPress. I thoroughly enjoy blogging and sharing my adventures with others. But even more, I enjoy reading about your travel experiences, tips and musings, which often lead to more adventures for me and theTravelsketcher. Today, I’m sharing some of my favorite photos from some of the lovely... Continue Reading →
It doesn’t have to be the Grand Canyon, it could be a city street, it could be the face of another human being - everything is full of wonder. A.C. Grayling Willamette Valley, OR
Seeing the Panama Canal has been on my wish list for many decades, so when we received an email offering us 50% off a Panama Canal cruise, we thought it would be a fun vacation. Joined by our dear friends and travel buddies, Tim and Lisa, we set sail from Miami on January 21st for... Continue Reading →
Travels Through My Lens 