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15th October 2016

Beautiful
Love traveling via your blog and pictures. All lovely. Thank you.
17th October 2016

Thank you!
Thanks for the nice compliment, Maudie..
17th September 2016

Beers voted best in the World
That is why Dave wanted to celebrate a birthday in Belgium. He was perfectly happy. We enjoyed our time in Ghent. We didn't make it to Antwerp but intend on going back. Glad Nanci's father is doing better. Sad you were forced a be alone in such a horrible city. Plenty of history to keep you busy.
17th September 2016

Birthday Beers....
A good place to have a celebration beer! All tasty, but very strong. Ghent was a nice hub to visit more of a country than we usually do. Highly recommended! Thanks for reading!
14th September 2016
Ghent Canals

Belgium - agree that it is surprisingly nice
We totally agree that Belgium is surprisingly nice place. It seems to us like Belgium is a hidden gem, hidden in plain sight. We went to Belgium because we wanted to see the really strange villages Baarle-Hertog and Baarle-Nassau (do have a look at our blogs from there if you haven't heard of them). After that we spent a few days road tripping in Belgium and we loved it. /Ake
15th September 2016
Ghent Canals

Surprising...
We really thought Belgium was a nice place. All the things that everyone loves about Europe in one place. We had not heard of these other places and will read your blogs about them. We always seem to find out about these lesser known places after we leave. Perhaps. a reason to visit again! Thanks for reading and commenting, Ake!
14th September 2016
Gravensteen Castle

Premium ice cream in the mad tourist season
Choosing a great spot is tricky in the summer when everyone is out sampling, but what a great choice you ended up with! While Brugges and Amsterdam are outstanding, Ghent is both lovely and much more livable in the tourist season (though I adore all of them whenever, really). Your photos and prose, of course, show charming Ghent at its best! Hope Nanci's dad is better and so happy to see both of you home together on the road.I just crossed back into challenging Bolivia; I so understand your desire to have a soft landing every so often.
15th September 2016
Gravensteen Castle

Premium...
It is nice to be back together again. We would surely love to get to Amsterdam soon. Bruges was beautiful, but crowded. Ghent seemed just right. Another place that if we ever settled down, might be nice for a longer stay. Nanci's father is well and should be getting around soon. Good luck in Bolivia! We have only been to Peru, but hope to go someday. Thanks for the nice comments, Tara!
14th September 2016

Beautiful Belgium
You make me want to visit those beautiful cities. Once again, the photographer's talent shines through. Great job, David.I just love that architecture. I keep thinking,"those poor residents of Ypres ". Having seen photos of Nuremberg and its' destruction i can imagine what it must have been like. Do you know what the Allies were trying to destroy in Ypres ? Nuremberg was a big rail center. Can't wait to hear from your next adventure !!
14th September 2016

Thanks for the nice compliments. It was nice to see that Ypres was rebuilt to its original beauty; many towns weren't so fortunate. The true beauty is that I'm back "home"! Thanks again for reading!!
18th August 2016

You are always together
You have the connection that few have found and many have dreamed of. We understand what you feel. When you are a part you don't feel whole and at times you don't know how to act and react as you are used to being a united team. Those pesky German beers release a torrent of feelings. Our thoughts are with you and Nancy while she is off caring for her father. Thank you for sharing a wonderful story of love, beauty and dedication.
18th August 2016

Together...
We have often thought that this will either cement us forever or lead to destruction. I doubt that many married couples could live this close together for this long. Being away from each other, even for a few days, makes you realize how much you need them. Well, being apart and a few strong brews! Nanci will be back soon and we'll be back at it again. Thanks for reading, commenting and the kind thoughts.
13th August 2016

Thus Far It is impossible to improve on your description of times spent together, investigating so many exciting
Thus Far It is impossible to improve on your description of times spent together, investigating so many many exciting and "different" locales. Your dedication to and appreciation of each other is priceless. From the spectacular photos to the beautifully described text book travels you are so entertaining. Keep up the good work and dream on ! I'm sorry to hear Gordon has some health issues. I don't blame Nanci for wanting to spend some time with him. My best to you both for your continuing travels.
13th August 2016

Hi Pat, Thank you for your kind words. Gordon is feeling much better and he should be going to a rehab center in a few days so I can become part of the "dynamic duo" once more! ;-) All the best and I hope you had fun during John and the kids' visit! Thanks for reading! Nanci
13th August 2016

Lovely dedication. One of the most difficult parts of solo travel is not having someone nearby to share the moments with. This is probably why blogging is so popular! Get well soon Nanci's father.
14th August 2016

Admiration...
I hold a special admiration for solo travelers. To take on the whole world-by yourself-is a challenge that not many are up to I'm sure. Obviously, I have not proven myself up to the task! Thank you for your kind thoughts, Nanci's Dad should be up and around soon. Thanks for reading and commenting!
12th August 2016
Bay of Kotor

So many ways to live a love story
Beautiful story and photos, and I so hope that this will have a happy ending. I've been traveling alone for six years now, and many before that, so I know the travails of living from a suitcase in order to capture adventure. But with two, some things are easier, each having their forte in the traveling/living dance, yet also other things more challenging--the compromises necessary to sustain a partnership. These blogs and Nanci's contributions have inspired me and others with their poetry and beauty. I wish you both the best.
12th August 2016
Bay of Kotor

Many ways...
Wise words from an expert long term traveler. I have often wondered which is harder, travelling long term by yourself, or travelling long term with a partner. As you say, both have their challenges, and benefits. All will end well, as it always seems to do for us. Thank you for your kind words and always wise advice.
11th August 2016

What do you mean you are traveling alone???
How long will you be apart? As for me, and the others of your Travelblog family, we may "not have seen the dedication it took to spend countless nights on hilltops fleetingly waiting for a sunset to develop so the “perfect” photo could be taken" or "not have seen the dedication it took to spend hundreds of sweaty nights in uncomfortable beds with unexplained noises filling the night so your husband could spend a few days in some oddly alluring venue" or "not see the dedication it took to spend thousands of hours spent looking for a supposed paradise-rainbow at the end of a distant third world road" or "not have seen the abundant laughter and unfortunate tears that filled the time between our infrequent posts," but we have appreciated each and every blog you have written...this one being most poetic. I hope your dream comes true.
12th August 2016

Travelling alone?
Nanci returned to the US for a bit. Her father is a little unwell and she wanted to spend some time with him while he is getting back on his feet. Perhaps it was also a bit of an opportunity to take a break from the road for a while. I would say that this blog is mostly the result of what happens when you mix a couple of lonely nights with a few strong German beers. Who knows what might pour out of your heart? Thanks for writing!
7th August 2016
Latin Bridge Sunset- Sarajevo

Thanks!
Thank you!
7th August 2016

A life not restricted by time
Your life is truly rich in experiences. As you know the average American has little vacation time so many head to London, Rome and Paris. No reason not to but as you say there are so many other places rich in history and amazing architecture. Your blogs transport us to all of those places....and our must do list continues to grow.
7th August 2016

No restrictions....
We have been very fortunate to have the opportunity to see some places that are a little off the normal travel track. Eastern Europe has some positive things about it, buuuut I do love Paris, Rome and London. Thanks for reading and all the nice comments!

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