Annecy, France

We visited Annecy on our very first trip to France close to 30 years ago. We spent an afternoon there, loved it, and hoped to return again one day. Our first visit was in April, and it was a perfect time to visit; just a few tourists, the weather was mild and the snow-capped mountains... Continue Reading →

Monet’s Garden Then and Now

Twenty-five years ago theTravelsketcher, our daughter and I took a trip to Europe with my sister and her family. We started in Edinburgh, where we strolled along the Royal Mile and visited the castle. From there we went to York where we enjoyed the Shambles and other famous sites. London was our next stop where... Continue Reading →

Travel Quote

The best education you will ever get is traveling. Nothing teaches you more than exploring the world and accumulating experiences. Mark Patterson Avignon, France

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 →

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