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January 31, 2024 Today is the day!!! The Panama Canal Transit! We left Cartagena and traveled overnight to the entrance to the Panama Canal. I was up early and watched from our balcony doors as we neared land in the wee hours of the… Continue Reading “Panama Canal Cruise Day 5”
January 28, 2024 I thought it would be informative to post our basic itinerary for the cruise. It gives an overview of the entire trip. After leaving the Port of Miami, we spent the next two full days at sea – making our way… Continue Reading “Panama Canal Cruise – Days 2-4”
I’m back! I’ve taken a hiatus from my blog to get caught up on other things. My last post was shortly before a 15-day cruise that took me through the Panama Canal. When I returned, I had to focus on a few rather mundane… Continue Reading “Panama Canal Cruise”
When we first moved to Vermont, there were no oak trees growing naturally or in the forest on our property – or for that matter – anywhere near us. I’m not sure why. They are certainly hardy here and they do grow naturally along the Connecticut River… Continue Reading “Snowy Oak”
April 13, 2023 My room at the Hôtel La Bastide d’Olt was ready shortly after finishing up my beer in the bar. At around 54 euros each for the “demi-pension”, this place was a real bargain. Our room was actually on 2 levels – one main… Continue Reading “Le Puy Camino – via Podiensis: Golinhac to Conques”
As I watch the snow fall outside at a rate of about 1″ per hour, I thought I’d take some photographs of my indoor geraniums to lift my spirits! I hate being cooped up inside and playing with my camera always moves my focus towards… Continue Reading “Indoor Geraniums”
April 11 and April 12, 2023 As I continued my walk along the Lot River towards Estaing, the picturesque city exploded into view with the 15th-century Château d’Estaing rising up above the other buildings – taking center stage. As I approached the bridge that crosses… Continue Reading “Le Puy Camino – via Podiensis: Estaing to Golinhac”
I hope everyone who celebrates had a peaceful, relaxing Christmas with family and friends. Jim and I spent the last couple of days sharing the holiday with my older son and his wife. It’s always a great visit full of good conversation, food! and relaxation. While… Continue Reading “Holiday Traditions 12.26.23”
A number of the ornaments I received from Mom have a “snowman” theme – acquired during our first few years in Vermont where we were pretty much guaranteed a white Christmas! These adorable snowmen always featured some aspect of nature – usually adorned with birds… Continue Reading “Holiday Traditions 12.22.23”
Lynn Amber - Travel & Photography 