Monthly Archives: August 2012
A little break
Yesterday, we decided to take the day off. Our summer has been wonderful with the family visits and everything. But we are tired. I looked like this lion. We decided we needed some alone time. We may not lounge as … Continue reading
Posted in Random
Tagged 50 Year Project, Africa, Alone Time, Lions, Photography, Photos, Time Away
56 Comments
Travel Photo of the Day (August 21)
While reading a book by the pool in Honduras I heard a noise behind me. I turned around and saw this creature. He seemed really curious about me. It took a few days, but I started to get used to … Continue reading
Posted in Travel Photos
Tagged Honduras, Life, Lizards, Photography, Snakes, Travel, Travel Blog, Travel Journal, Travel Photo, Wildlife
30 Comments
Review: Thank You, Jeeves
I mentioned the other night that I was going to start reading a new book. I did. In fact, I devoured it. Many people have suggested P. G. Wodehouse to me. Over and over I heard how funny his books … Continue reading
Posted in Books
Tagged 1001 Books you Must Read Before you Die, 50 Year Project, Blog, Blogging, Book Reviews, Books, Boston Terriers, English Writers, Humor, Jeeves, Life, Literature, Novels, P. G. Wodehouse, Photography, Thank You
52 Comments
Travel Photo of the Day (August 20)
Here is a shot I took at sunset in New York City. I wish all of you could have seen it in person since the colors blew me away.
Posted in Travel
Tagged 50 Year Project, Life, Nature, New York, New York City, Photography, Sunsets, Travel, Travel Blog, Travel Journal, Travel Photo
36 Comments
Berliner Dom
One of the most impression churches in Berlin, Germany is the Berliner Dom. Julius Raschdorf designed this cathedral in 1894-1905. The building surprised me by its opulence since it’s a Protestant church. It was closed down for about four decades … Continue reading
Posted in Travel
Tagged 50 Year Project, Berlin, Berliner Dom, Church History, Churches, Europe, German History, Germany, History, Hohenzollern, Julius Raschdorf, Life, Photography, Photos, Protestant Churches, Travel, Travel Blog, Travel Journal, Travel Photos
32 Comments
Travel Photo of the Day (August 17)
Happy Friday!!! I hope everyone has a fun weekend. This photo was taken in Kensington Gardens.
Posted in Travel Photos
Tagged 50 Year Project, Almonds, Animals, England, Kensington Gardens, Life, London, Nature, Photography, Squirrels, Travel, Travel Blog, Travel Journal, Travel Photo
27 Comments
The Goat Tavern Review
This week wasn’t my best week. Meaning I didn’t get out to explore any new pubs. Some of you may be wondering if I was ill. The answer is yes. I battled an annoying case of the flu. While I … Continue reading
Travel Photo of the Day (Aug. 16)
I’m starting a new book this evening. I don’t want to mention which one since I’ll have to admit how far behind I am in writing my book reviews. But I will say that I wish I was here so … Continue reading
Posted in Travel Photos
Tagged 50 Year Project, Beer, Books, Central America, Guatemala, Life, Photography, Pools, Poolside, Reading, Travel, Travel Blog, Travel Journal, Travel Photo
36 Comments
A Golden Beauty
Yesterday I shared some photos of the Tiergarten, the largest park in Berlin, Germany. In the middle of the park you can find the Siegessaule. It’s easy to find since the Victory Column is over 200 feet (62 meters). The … Continue reading
Posted in Travel
Tagged 50 Year Project, Austria, Berlin, Denmark, France, German History, German Monuments, Germany, Goddess of Victory, History, Life, Monuments, Photography, Photos, Prussian Victories, Siegessaule, Tiergarten, Travel, Travel Blog, Travel Journal, Travel Photo, Travel Photos, Victoria, Wars
28 Comments
50 Year Project 