Sharing photos and stories from my travels.
Those of you who regularly follow my blog know that theTravelsketcher and I took our first cruise in November (click here to read more about that trip). We were lukewarm about the experience, but thought we would give it another try. Our second cruise left from Lisbon in mid-January, and included stops in the Canary... Continue Reading →
Sintra, Portugal is a magically beautiful place nestled in the mountains not far from Lisbon. The forests, groves, grottos, astronomical observation towers, and much more, will make you feel like you have somehow found your way into a magical forest or fairytale. Home to at least five palaces tucked in the hillsides, and on the... Continue Reading →
It’s hard to believe that 2022 is coming to an end and the holidays are upon us once again. Since snow and Christmas seem to go hand in hand (at least for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere), I’m sharing photos today of snow and Christmases past. Sunriver, OR We’ve enjoyed many snowy Christmases... Continue Reading →
We have been living in France for nine months now, and during this time the majority of my posts have focused on our European adventures. However, this post about some great hikes, has been sitting in my drafts folder for a long time, and has recently been calling to me. Most of these are on... Continue Reading →
I travel a lot, I hate having my life disrupted by routine. Caskie Stinnett Donostia - San Sebastian, Spain
If you think adventure is dangerous, try routine, it’s lethal. Paulo Coehlo Gold Creek Pond, Snoqualmie Pass, Washington State, USA
Autumn carries more gold in its pocket than all the other seasons. Jim Bishop Bears Ears National Monument, Utah, USA
Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. Ralph Waldo Emerson Narbeck Wetland Sanctuary, Everett, WA, USA
If we were meant to stay in one place, we’d have roots instead of feet. Rachel Wolchin Autumn reflections near Denali National Park, Alaska, USA
Travels Through My Lens 