Sharing photos and stories from my travels.
A few months before our scheduled move to France, we were at our nephew’s birthday party chatting with the mom of one of his friends when she asked us what was new. We had met her before at these events and always enjoyed chatting with her. We told her about my upcoming retirement and our... Continue Reading →
A few years ago I posted several blogs focusing on specific colors; blue, green, and red, are a few I focused on. However, I kept putting off sharing photos in pink since it’s not one of my favorite colors. However, spring makes me think of pink with the abundant beautiful cherry and magnolia blossoms found... Continue Reading →
If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay at home. James Michener Jogyesa Temple Chrysanthemum Festival, Seoul, South Korea
There are always flowers for those who want to see them. Henri Matisse
Nature is the purest portal to inner peace. Angie Weiland Crosby
Those of you who are regular followers of my blog know that theTravelsketcher and I live in rural France. We live in a little expat community several miles off a quiet country road, in the middle of nowhere. We even pass through a dairy farm as we turn off the road to get to our... Continue Reading →
At this time last week, we had just arrived in Paris and were looking forward to spending a few days exploring this iconic city. Our first stop was Les Jardin des Plantes, and due to a heatwave, we got an early start. This 68 acre park reminds me of one of my favorite places, Balboa... Continue Reading →
We arrived in France on Monday, March 14th, and have settled into our rustic, little cottage near Torchamp in Normandie. Torchamp is pretty much a wide spot in the road. We wanted to escape the hectic pace of the city to find some peace and quiet, and we have done just that. Here are a... Continue Reading →
Today I will share some of my favorite photos in orange. I got the idea from Jess at I’ve Been Travelling Blog who has posted multiple blogs focusing on a specific color. Be sure to check out her site. When I think of orange, I think of autumn and the amazing colors that form as... Continue Reading →
Travels Through My Lens 