With age, comes wisdom. With travel, comes understanding. Sandra Lake Kinkaku-ji, Golden Temple, Kyoto, Japan
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Jobs fill your pockets but adventures fill your soul. Jamie Lyn Tokyo, Japan
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Nature is the purest portal to inner peace. Angie Weiland Crosby
Balboa Park, San Diego
It’s hard to beat sunny San Diego as a vacation destination with its brilliant blue shores, inviting, sandy beaches, lively neighborhoods, and temperate weather, but in my humble opinion, Balboa Park is the city’s crowning jewel. Originally known as “City Park” this gem has an interesting history dating back to the mid 1800s and offers... Continue Reading →
Images in Green
Here’s another post inspired by Jess at I’ve Been Travelling Blog. This week, I’m posting thoughts and images of the color green. For many, nature may be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of green, as it is seen so prolifically in the world around us. Others may think of money, greed,... Continue Reading →
Travel Photos of Tokyo
Tokyo has been on my mind a lot recently due to the Olympic Games, so I thought I would share some of my favorite photos of this amazing city. One of the many stunning parks you’ll find in Tokyo. Tokyo, Japan's capital city, is the biggest city in the world and is home to 36... Continue Reading →
Travel Photos of Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto is Japan's third largest city and is the cultural capital of Japan. Founded in 794, it is one of Japan's oldest cities. It is the home of temples, shrines, parks, great restaurants, and all that comes with the polite helpfulness that the Japanese are known for. theTravelsketcher and I visited in July, 2016 and... Continue Reading →
Silver and Gold
Kyoto, Japan is an amazing and historical place to visit. I have been there only once; in July when the weather was absolutely sweltering; not the best time of year to visit. There are many sites to see in Kyoto, but the highlight for me was Ginkakuji also known as the Silver Temple. This temple... Continue Reading →
Day Trip to Akigawa Valley and Tomonaga Akimitsu Museum
During our visit to Japan, our friends treated us to a day trip to the Akigawa Valley. Located about one hour from Suidobashi Station, the valley can be reached by train or car. Cabins are available for rent for longer stays. This is a beautiful place to visit and offers many activities including hiking, hot... Continue Reading →
Travels Through My Lens 