Geo: 38.4708, 22.5659 Saturday morning we were up early and off to find the car rental. We had reserved a van so we could drive to Delphi to see the ruins where the Oracle once spoke her wisdom. After a short drive we were out of the city and on our way to Delphi. We had to drive through the mountains and on the way the weather changed from light rain to snowing in the mountains. As we drove through the small town of Arachova it was apparent that around four inches of snow had fallen in a short period of time. Arachova is a ski resort city as well as a charming little town with many restaurants and shops on the side of this large mountain. The town was so busy with skiers and tourists ... read more

Geo: 33.6775, -118.002California here we come!There is something about California that I just love. It sucks me in. Maybe it's the palm trees, the beach or maybe the mountains.... the desert? Maybe it's all that. We arrived to sunshine and temps in the 60s!!! While in California we stayed with Steve's Dad and Donna, thanks! The weather was great the first few days but then the fog came in and never really went away.... bummer.Frank and Donna took us to the Crystal Cathedral to see the Glory of Christmas. It was an amazing production. Flying angels, live animals including horses and camels... wow.When hung out with Shelley, Matt and Adelaine. Monday night Steve's Mom and Richard came to Shelley and Matt's. It was so great to see everyone.We saw Gran Torino. The latest Clint Eastwood flick. ... read more

Geo: 50.8371, 4.36761We took a trip organized through the Social Club to Brussels for the Christmas markets. Others on the trip were Beth, Adam, D'Andre and Andrea. We left Friday morning.... early. The bus caught the train and we were in Brussels before we knew it. After a quick check in we were off for the important stuff, beer. Le Bier Circus was first on our list but closed. So we headed for the main square and Mort Subite. http://www.alamortsubite.com After a few beers and snacks at Mort Subite we attempted dinner. Our first attempt was a place on the square. By the way the square was really pretty. Music and light show. See the video. Anyway, the place on the square was packed so a guy there lead us to another place down the street. ... read more

Geo: 51.3347, 1.41787Today was a beautiful day. Blue sky's, warm sun and light wind so Lily and I went for a walk on the Ramsgate Main Sands. While on our walk we found two starfish on the beach. Sorry for the quality of these photos, they were taken with my phone.... read more

Geo: 51.3347, 1.41787Our Friend Julie came to see us while on her 2008 European vacation. We tried to keep her busy with showing her the sights around Kent. Wetook her to Lilys favorite beach (Botany Bay), Ramsgate Harbor,Canterbury (to see the Cathederal), Walmer Castle, Dover Castle,Samphire Hoe park Dover,A day trip to Brugge is always a fun way to spend a afternoon, so offwe go. While in Brugge we to the opportunity to visit the Church ofOur Lady where there is statue of Madonna and Child by Michelangelo. This work is also notable in that it was the only sculpture byMichelangelo to leave Italy during his lifetime. It was bought byGiovanni and Alessandro Moscheroni (Mouscron), from a family of wealthycloth merchants in Bruges, then one of the leading commercial cities inEurope. The sculpture was sold for ... read more