 Donna Chambers - Travelling Lady | All Comments |
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| 4th December 2007 Travelling Lady | Bulgaria - From: Rural Bulgaria Hi Adam, I haven't checked my blog for some months. I moved back to Canada last spring and life has a way of getting in the way. I got mixed feelings about the gypsies (Roma). I guess the easiest way to put it that they live by their own set of rules. Maybe talk to others who need to leave their houses vacant. Can you rent it out when you are not there? Wish I could be of more help. Did you see my story about the gypsies under Romania? |
| 13th September 2007 Adham | HELP - From: Rural Bulgaria Hi Im going to buy an old farm house in the countryside but ill hardly be there Will it be safe from the Gypsies? Are they safe people?? thanks Adham |
| 4th May 2007 VAwinelady | Great journal - From: Turkey Time Donna, I've been reading "Turkey blogs" in advance of an extended stay there this summer. I'm so glad that I finally came across yours as I was beginning to think all English-speaking tourists there were 20-somethings who were more concerned about discos and bars than anything else. Thanks for the research and thoughtful comments. Enjoy the rest of your trek! |
| 10th March 2007 Chris M | Welcome back?! - From: Life on the Road Good work! I just caught up with the last blog and realized you have probably landed in Canader. Thanks for the interesting travelogue. |
| 4th March 2007 Selma | WHAT A GREAT YEAR! - From: Life on the Road WOW! I am worn out just reading this recap. Have a great and safe trip back. Selma |
| 4th March 2007 gary | holier? - From: Life on the Road i suggest that water indeed made you holier. your last entry is the perfect prayer for lent. go figure :-) |
| 3rd March 2007 Selma | Quick trips - From: Gay Paree It looks like you are beginning to squeeze in a few extra before heading back to Canada. Any idea of ETA or did I miss that? The little history re your trip to France and the photos are very welcome. Take care - Selma |
| 28th February 2007 Selma | Another great experience! - From: Turkey Time Donna I have finally caught up with your last two trips. They both sound (and look) great. Your experience just proves how important it is to "see for yourself". Seeing these places hthrough your eyes has been a great experience. I'm sure I am not alone in looking forward to your return and then to hear even more. Keep on moving travelling lady. - Selma |
| 28th February 2007 Jen | I love France! - From: Gay Paree Hi again, I agree, traveling in Turkey as a woman doesn't seem to be a problem. I think there are a lot of misconceptions and fear about muslim countries. They are not all the same. I have been to France three times, and I loved each trip. I too have found French people, even Parisians, to be nice and welcoming. Again, there are a lot of misconceptions. I did not have a chance to go to Versaille on any of my trips to France, so I especially enjoyed your pictures! Jen |
| 26th February 2007 Travelling Lady | I love Turkey - From: Sultans, Mosques and Turkish Baths Hi Jen, Thanks for contacting me. I visited Morocco twice--couple of years ago and about 20 years ago. You are right, fabulous country. Funny how many people told me that going to Turkey would be a mistake--woman on her own in a Muslim country. I couldn't have been treated better. Even better--it is still a bargain. thanks again, Donna |
| 26th February 2007 Marg Hambly | Sultans.... - From: Sultans, Mosques and Turkish Baths These last two 'blogs' were amazing. For some reason I didn't get the 'Turkey Time' blog initially so was glad to catch up on your time over Christmas & New Years - the New years party sounds like a blast but I'm not so sure about your Turkish bath...It didn't really sound like a lot of fun! Thanks for all the pictures - they are worth a thousand words! They help us appreciate what you are seeing & experiencing - all but the hospitality part and you can fill us in on more of that when you get back - which by the way is approaching quickly. Take care ....looking forward to seeing you Marg |
| 19th February 2007 Jen | I love Turkey - From: Sultans, Mosques and Turkish Baths Hello You dont know me, but I have been reading your travel blog b/c I love traveling. A few years ago I went on a trip in college, and I studied for a month in Turkey. Most of my time was spent in Istanbul, but I also traveled to Cappadocia & Ephesis like you did. Did you visit the Hagia Sophia? That was my favorite place in Istanbul. Turkish people are wonderful & Turkey is a very fun & beautiful country. I enjoy looking at your photos & remembering my own trip. I don't know if its in your plans, but another country I have spent a lot of time in is Morocco. Marakkesh is soooo interesting. If you have time, I'd add it to your list of places to visit. Moroccans are also extremely friendly. I am sure you could find a chea flight from Europe to Morocco, but go in the spring or fall to avoid the heat of the summer. Thanks for all the interesting blogs! |
| 9th January 2007 Chris | - From: Greece Hi Donna: Just wait there... we'll be right over! |
| 6th January 2007 Selma | The Beauty of Greece - From: Greece Hi Donna it is good hearing from you. It's been a while. The photo's are great. It is one beautiful place. - Selma |
| 20th December 2006 Marg Hambly | Bratislava - From: Change in Plans How true is that old saying! - "When one door closes, another one will open." (something like that!). Sounds like your dilema has worked out quite well and your apartment looks amazing! Hope you continue to enjoy your job. We wish you a "Wonderful Christmas" and and "All the Best" in the New Year! We will think of you as WE eat the turkey! Take care, Art & Marg |
| 20th December 2006 Selma | It's the end result that counts - From: Change in Plans Hi Donna Sad that you had to cancel your cruise which was a good idea. On the other hand the end result has been a wonderful new experience. The Danube looks wonderful and so do you. The trip has obviously treated you well. It sounds like you are enjoying yourself which is most important. Have a great time in Turkey while we over here enjoy ours. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR - Selma |
| 20th December 2006 Lee | Dates wrong? - From: Testing This blog is dated April 1/06. I'm reading it on December 19/06. Oh well. Have a happy. Lee |
| 20th December 2006 Lee and Eleanor | Happy Christmas & New Year! - From: Change in Plans Glad to have heard from you again. |
| 11th December 2006 Kristin from Alaska | Best Blog on Eastern Europe - From: Eastern Europe Hello, Donna, Thanks for writing a great blog... you provide a lot of information, just what I've been looking for. I am 60 years old, and am going to Romania with the Peace Corps in February 2007. I'd appreciate hearing your thoughts! Kristin in Alaska |
| 2nd December 2006 Selma | Catch-up - From: Eastern Europe Hi Donna I have recently returned from that long awaited vacation. Now it's a matter of catching up with everyone. I especially liked this journal entry. It cetainly gives you (and those of us receiving it) a different idea of the what and how. I hope to hear from you before the Holidays but if not have a wonderful time. - Selma |
| 24th November 2006 gary | - From: Eastern Europe i rather enjoyed that short essay on the ex eastern block countries in transition. keep safe and well. come home soon! |
| 22nd November 2006 Marg Hambly | Eye Openers... - From: Eastern Europe It's good to hear from you! You are gaining such insight into the lives of ordinary people who who survived the trials and tribulations of a difficult time in history. Such insight you would not gain from a textbook - what a great experience. Hope you are keeping well. Take care and do keep in touch. Marg |
| 27th October 2006 Elena_Alexia | Wonder land - From: Gypsies, Weddings and Dracula Hi Donna, if USA is the land of opportunities for sure Romania is a land of wonders..so cool to see how other people see us... u have a gift to describe details ..even if one never came here can get the idea... but thats just a small piece of what this country is ..so enjoy ur travel and looking forward to read ur journeys... so far i enjoy them..have fun |
| 22nd October 2006 Marg Hambly | Romania - From: Romania Wow! Your travel blog is so o o o informative. I bet you didn't gleen this much historical information from your school days. Sorry I am so late responding. I checked the email in a hurry and didn't respond and then promptly forgot to get back to it. Sounds llike you are having an amazing time, though- I really enjoy the pictures. Take care and keep in touch! Marg |
| 30th September 2006 Selma | Black Sea - From: Rural Bulgaria Donna, It is beautiful! I love the water. How is the worki going? Selma |
| 13th September 2006 Linda Peers | - From: Sofia Fascinating! Yes for no and no for yes. I suppose we all know a few people who are living that we wish were dead. You're funny! Linda Peers |
| 12th September 2006 Margaret | Did you know? - From: Hungarian Hospitality Keep it up. keep going, keep writing, keep sending photos and text. Enjoying your trip immensely. Thanks. That is a cow and not a bull.; check its anatomy and you'll see why. Madison, Wisconsin has numerous decorated cows too. The manufacturer is in Sparta,Wisconsin. |
| 12th September 2006 Colleen at BBBS | Friend says hello - From: Sofia So enjoy reading about your travels. CJ at Bayview mall says hello. |
| 12th September 2006 Zakabamzam | interesting facts - From: Sofia a good entry donna, it's made me go back over a few of the places that i saw yesterday - rich |
| 31st August 2006 Marg Hambly | Budapest - From: Hungarian Hospitality You can tell you liked this best - and we can see why! It's old, it's new, it's quaint and it's clean. How special you must have felt getting such treatment from the mayor! There's an saying that says, "You might forget what people say. You might forget what people did but you will never forget how they made you feel". How true is that? Budapest is not a place that I would have thought of visiting before - until now. Take care... Marg |
| 28th August 2006 John H | Hungary - From: Hungarian Hospitality Wow! So enjoy your diary. Eva really enjoyed your comments about Hungary and hopes you had a chance to visit the parliament buildings in Budapest. |
| 18th August 2006 Marg Hambly | Pictures... - From: Czech It Out (couldn't resist) Incredible architecture - and so clean looking! You wouldn't think it would be marred with grafitti to look at the pictures. On the other hand, it should have kept people employed cleaning it up. Good to hear from you... Marg |
| 5th August 2006 Selma | Travelling Lady looks healthy - From: Warsaw and Krakow Hi Donna You do look great. That's a wonderful selection of photos. I may be mistaken but it seems to me the Wilanow Castle was used in several war pictures a number of years back. Just in case you hadn't heard, its been pretty hot and humid here too. I have put my Nomination Papers in to run in the upcoming November municipal election for another term. I imagine the list of candidates will be long this year. We will have to wait until the end of September to see how that shapes up. Stay healthy and keep enjoying your and sharing your travels. - Selma |
| 26th July 2006 Marg Hambly | Lithuania... - From: Lithuania Lithuania looks quite clean and well kept - perhaps pride of ownwership now the have their independence. By the way, the Moscow subway stations were unbelievable! I can't imagine the cost of keeping them looking like they do. Your pictures of Russia were not at all like I would have expected to see - I was very impressed. Take care... Marg |
| 18th July 2006 John Norton | Great Scandinavian Elderhostel Comments! - From: Finland Thanks for your wonderful comments on our Elderhostel trip to Scandinavia. Hope your world journey is continuing well! Greetings! John Norton |
| 10th July 2006 Linda Peers | Moscow - From: Moscow Donna, Most fascinating. Woman earning more than men. I love that! Thinking of you. Linda Peers |
| 9th July 2006 gary | love these pictures, - From: St. Petersburg thanks for including so many pictures with your excellent commentary. darren and i are travelling through your eyes. how kewl is that! |
| 9th July 2006 Selma | Great Photos - From: Moscow Hi Donna You're looking great travelling Lady. I amsure we are all enjoying the photos AND the "inside" history info. Kep it coming and keep well. Selma |
| 8th July 2006 Selma | This is Waterfront Festival Weekend - From: St. Petersburg The photos are great and your not looking too bad yourself travelling lady. Selma |
| 5th July 2006 Marg Hambly | Russian Hospitality... - From: Aboard the MS Scholochov Not sure what I would have expected to see in Russia - sounds like you were pleasantly enjoying your visit. I'm impressed with the churches and countryside but am curious to know the significance of the 'bread & salt' welcoming tradition. What about the arts and / or music - did you have much exposure to this side of their culture? By the way ...'good picture of you - even if you are cold!' Take care... Marg |
| 27th June 2006 Marg Hambly | Plan Ahead... - From: Estonia I can't believe that you of all people - the one who covers every detail when planning anything - decided to 'wing it' on accommodations! Glad you had a thoughtful 'bunk partner' who let you have the bottom. I bet you enjoyed the dog show,eh. Take care and be sure to call ahead next time!!! Marg |
| 26th June 2006 tenetsi | Picture nomber 2 - From: Finland Hi! Just a small correction, the building in picture 2 is not a govenmental building but the Lutheran Cathedral "Tuomiokirkko" of Helsinki. |
| 24th June 2006 Selma | A lesson I hope you learned - From: Estonia So you stayed in a youth hostel. Good for you. Next time though you might want to check the current events. Thw beer is an interesting shot but the dogs are beautiful. Selma |
| 21st June 2006 John Norton | Thanks from Elderhostel/Scandinavian Seminar - From: Great Danes Thanks for your many thoughtful comments and insights. Great reading! We thoroughly enjoyed your participation, and wish you continued good travels. |
| 20th June 2006 Margaret Barker | ; o ) Thank you - From: Finland Donna, Thank you for writing real-time-in-person Social Studies. Very interesting. More pictures please. |
| 18th June 2006 Selma | Good to see you in a couple of photos - From: Museums and City Halls Your looking well travelling lady which is great. So are your photos except some are a little dark. I'll look forward to seeing the hard copies on your return. Still busy here. Was surprised to meet up with an old friend - Tony DeMotto the other day who is reading my mail - aren't you Tony? He and I were on the Parkdale Community Centre Board way back. It was nice to catch up with him and that was all because of you. Take care - Selma |
| 17th June 2006 Marg Hambly | Denmark... - From: Great Danes This looks amazing - definately old but with a polish of the new to it! I think I could spend some time there with no problem. We thought our taxes were bad but I guess we hadn't better complain about them any more....$14,000 sounds a lot worse! Take care... Marg |
| 9th June 2006 Marg Hambly | Amsterdam... - From: The museums of Amsterdam This looks and sounds like a beautiful spot. The wooden shoes depicted are gorgeous but I don't think I could dance much of a jig in them. Did you try any on to see just how comfortable they really are? These types of museums give you a real visual of what life was really like - still say I 'm glad to be living in this era. Take care... Marg |
| 7th June 2006 John H | your pictures - From: The museums of Amsterdam another great photo and caption re: the Anne Frank House. Exceptional! |
| 4th June 2006 Selma | Catch-up with our travelling friend - From: Red Lights are more Flattering Hi Donna My system was down for nearly a week and I am now trying to catch up with my mail. We have had quite a bit of rain these past few days and little sunshine. Everyone's grass is looking great. The Belleville Public Library and John M. Parrott Art Gallery had the Official Opening May 26th. There is still work to be completed in and out of the library but it is a beautiful, functional building. The "Opening" was very exciting and special. Stay in touch and keep on moving. - Selma |
