The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams. ― Oprah Winfrey
Posts from September 2017
A Day at Mont Saint Michel
Mont Saint Michel is a small island off the shore of northwestern France. Although various groups inhabited parts of the island as early as the fourth century or before, at the beginning of the eighth century, Bishop Aubert of Arvanches built the first small chapel on the peak of the island. Around 966, a group […]
Quote of the Week – 22 September 2017
“There is a kind of magicness about going far away and then coming back all changed.” ― Kate Douglas Wiggin
Loire Valley Chateaux – Chambord
On our recent trip to France, my daughter and I visited the Loire Valley. This lush area stretches over 170 miles along the central region of the Loire River. In addition to agricultural offerings, the area draws tourists to visit some of the more than 300 chateaux and gardens. Dating back as early as the […]
Quote of the Week 15 September 2017
Travel not for the destination, but for the joy of the journey. – Sir Joseph Fresco
Yarn Shops in Madrid and Barcelona, Spain
Note: This post has been updated. Click here for the new version. Earlier this year, when my daughter and I traveled in Spain, one of our priorities was to visit the yarn shops there. I had searched on Google, and also on Ravelry, a social networking website for people interested in fiber-related crafts. I found […]
Quote of the Week – 8 September 2017
Life is uncharted territory. It reveals its story one moment at a time. – Leo F. Buscaglia
What’s the Difference?
Some things are different in Europe – does it matter? I find most of the differences interesting and not a problem to deal with. A few of the differences require an advanced notice and a little planning, but nothing is difficult. Some differences are even enjoyable – I’d like to see them in the States. […]
Quote of the Week – 1 September 2017
Travel as much as you can. As far as you can. As long as you can. Life’s not meant to be lived in one place. ― Unknown