Prague Castle is considered to be the largest castle in the world and covers approximately 110 acres (45 hectares). It dates back to the year 880 when established by Prince Bořivoj. At that time, the compound had a moat, ramparts and the Church of the Virgin Mary. Basilica St. George and Basilica St. Vitus were... Continue Reading →
Images From Our Recent Travels
Today I’m sharing some photos of our time in Europe since we arrived here ten days ago. I will follow up with specific details in the coming weeks. We’ve seen so many interesting and spectacular places and have determined that Europe truly is our favorite continent. Click here to read about our few days in... Continue Reading →
Travel Quote
Once you have traveled, the voyage never ends. The mind can never break off from the journey. Pat Conroy Crichton Castle, Scotland 🏴
Dreaming of France
I’ve been in a bit of a funk recently due to some surgery I had a few weeks ago. Thankfully, that’s over, and after one final check-up with my surgeon next week, we’ll be able to hit the road again, this time to central Oregon to see more of the state’s seven wonders. Until then,... Continue Reading →
Seasonal Quote
And spring arose on the garden fair, Like the Spirit of Love felt everywhere; And each flower and herb on Earth’s dark breast Rose from the dreams of its wintery rest. Percy Bysshe Shelley Dunrobin Castle Gardens, Golspie, Scotland
Quote for Today
When a clown moves into a palace, he doesn’t become a king, the palace becomes a circus. Turkish Proverb Dunrobin Castle, Scotland
More on Cardiff and Beyond
During our time in Wales, we took a day tour offered by Tours of Wales. We selected the Mythical West Wales tour which included stops at Pembroke Castle, Tenby South Beach and Laugharne Estuary for the Dylan Thomas Birthday Walk. We are not usually drawn to tours, but this small group tour, with just two... Continue Reading →
Cardiff, Wales
It was evening when we arrived in Cardiff, the sun was not yet ready to set since the summer solstice was not far off which brings long days, but the air was cooling indicating night’s imminent arrival. We checked in, quickly dumped our bags and headed out to find something to eat. Cardiff Castle with... Continue Reading →
Leaving Normandie
Tuesday morning we said sad goodbyes to our dear friends as we left the little hamlet in rural Normandie that we’ve called home for the past two plus years. It’s been a tranquil and idyllic place to live. We’ve made some wonderful, lifelong friends, enjoyed great times and met some interesting people along the way.... Continue Reading →