Hiking the Jungfrau Glacier
We walked way out on the glacier and it was windy, cold, and simply exhilarating.
Fun
Walking in Lucerne
We went for a long walk around town to see the famous chapel bridge from the 14th century, to climb to the medieval ramparts of the city walls, and to visit the beloved but sad lion monument.
Cliff-hugging Aescher on Ebenalp
Visiting this cliff-hugging guest house has been a specific dream of mine for about twenty years.
An Evening and a Day in Zurich
We had a lovely, wandering, 17,000 step day in Zurich, grateful to have had no problem with jet lag.
Small Art Kit I’m Taking Abroad
Packing light for a trip to Europe, these are the art materials I’m taking.
Ask Me a Question!
I can’t say I’ll answer everything, but I’m generally open, so we’ll see what you want to know. Should be interesting!
The Ultimate Compendium of Card Games (Book Review)
I thought you might want to know this wonderful book, either for family, or for a gift for a card-loving family member or friend.
Deep Dive into (Pen and) Ink
I’m so thankful for this splurge; it is an investment in myself and what I have to say to myself, which feels profoundly symbolic and important.
The Grand Sophy (Book Review)
This novel has more going for it – great writing, fabulous vocabulary, terrific repartee, endearing characters– than most chick-lit.
Guadeloupe (Last Days: The Cousteau Reserve and the Fort)
A wonderful day snorkeling and some history at the fort before we fly home,
Guadeloupe (Day #5: Spice Market, Waterfalls, and Northern Coast)
A lovely varied day with some city time, rainforest time, and crashing surf time.
Guadeloupe (Day #4: Terre de Haut)
We took a ferry to this island for the day, reveling in the hills, flowers, snorkeling, passion fruit gelato, and late day lighting.
Guadeloupe (Day 1: Rainforest and Volcano Hike Photos)
For our first day, we headed straight to the heart of Guadeloupe National Park and hiked in the tropical rainforest in the morning, and then climbed the volcano in the afternoon.
Arriving in Guadeloupe!
I’m so very grateful for the bonding time we had, for all the beauty we experienced, and the camaraderie we shared.
Rhinebeck Sheep and Wool Festival (Photos)
In the photos in this post, enjoy all the color and wonder, composition and texture, from this fun outing with my sweetheart.