Sharing photos and stories from my travels.
After our time in Ireland and Wales, we headed to Cornwall. We had heard much about this stunning area of the UK and were eager to visit. We had planned on spending a week there, and ending our Ireland and UK adventure in London, where I was hoping to arrange a blog-buddy meet-up. However, we... Continue Reading →
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 →
Going out into the world, I do feel like a kid in a candy store. Phil Rosenthal Strasbourg, France
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 →
The world is big and I want to have a good look at it before it gets dark. John Muir Annecy, France
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 →
Throughout our marriage, theTravelsketcher and I have taken multiple trips to Oregon. Portland is his hometown, and we have family and friends who live there. In fact, we plan on moving there when we return to the states later this year. I have been fortunate to have visited many locations around the globe, but in... Continue Reading →
Stop worrying about the potholes in the road and enjoy the trip. Babs Hoffman Saint-Céneri-le Gérei, Normandie, France
When I was at university studying food science and nutrition many years ago, my professor took the seniors on a field trip to Grant’s Brewery in Yakima, WA to learn about fermentation. He arranged for the master brewer to share the details of brewing and fermentation with us, after which we got to try the... Continue Reading →
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