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North America » United States » Florida » Miami October 18th 2012

On my flight to Lima I saw something I never expected to see. The family in front of me had a live miniature poodle in the seat with them. Fortunately I’m not allergic to dogs, and there was no barking during the whole trip. Another shocker was to see an adult man in the airport who walked on the plane in his bare feet... read more


Getting ready to travel takes a lot of work. Part of that is letting neighbors know about the trip, getting the house ready, and telling friends and family “Goodbye” for now. I’m lucky to have new young family members nearby and so, of course, I have to go and get some goodbye kisses.... read more
Bright Eyes
Sleepy Time
Saying Goodbye

North America » United States » Virginia » Alexandria October 16th 2012

When we travel it seems there is always so much to do, so much to remember and so many things that can go wrong especially for a sometimes absent minded person. Tuesday afternoon I sat down at last to organize my passport and travel paperwork. What a shock when I reached in my small pouch I use to carry my passport. There was NO PASSPORT! The flight was less than 48 hours. Of course, immediately the mind starts running in circles—Where?? When?? What?? The first idea that popped in head was that I’d photocopied my Bolivia visa in the morning at Kinkos hours ago. I phoned them, but the man I spoke with was out and would return shortly. I jumped in the car and drove to Kinkos. No one had seen a passport. They looked ... read more

North America » United States » Virginia » Afton October 13th 2012

A tour of Shenandoah Valley wineries to celebrate Atieno's fortieth birthday. People loaded into the big white van to tour the wineries and toast to 40 years ago when Atieno was born in Pittsburgh. http://www.bluestonevineyard.com/ http://www.crosskeysvineyards.com/ http://www.bluemountainbrewery.com/... read more
Cross Keys Vineyard
Cross Keys Vineyard
Sugar Maple

North America » United States » Virginia » Harrisonburg October 13th 2012

The college class reunion. We met for lunch in North Lawn. Then we gathered around Jim's car. He always has the license plate with our class year on it. Time to reconnect with friends from many years ago.... read more

North America » United States » West Virginia » Elkins October 12th 2012

Peaceful day in West Virginia getting my place ready for the winter before the trip to South America and the busy weekend ahead. John joined me for the fire in the chiminia and lunch at the Lost River Grill.... read more

North America » United States » Virginia » Alexandria October 11th 2012

Dinner to say goodbye and give my travel schedule to Margaret and Susannah. Enjoyed Qaubili Palau and the sparkling new curtains.... read more




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