New Year’s Day and I am on my way to visit family in Germany. The first leg was uneventful, only 1/2 hour late and I had a good seat mate. The 2nd leg is almost ready for boarding. It’s the long portion — 9 1/2 hours. The gardens inside the international wing of the airportContinue reading “New year”
Tag Archives: family
Khao mun gai
I have been staying at my son’s home with him and his wife since September. In all that time, we enjoyed one meal together — home cooked and eaten at the same time, around the same table, talking to each other. Every married couple goes through tough times, yet I have a strong feeling theyContinue reading “Khao mun gai”
Grandpa
This morning while drinking my desperately needed strong cup of coffee as I sat in the bedroom, looking at several sections of paper towel littering the desk beside me, I was taken back to the days of visiting my grandparents. My maternal grandfather was a large man — I thought he was like Santa Claus,Continue reading “Grandpa”
Morning hike
I have been house-sitting for friends these past 3 weeks. Unfortunately, I had slipped on the stairs just before moving into this home, and have been working on recovering from the fall. A few steps from my friend’s driveway is the entrance to a large park (580 acres) with pathways, benches and fabulous views ofContinue reading “Morning hike”
Isolation
My first meal in 4 days. It hit the spot — I desparately needed protein. Climbing down one flight of stairs caused me to breathe heavily and climbing slowly back up got my heart racing. My son prepared a plate of rice with chicken tenders and a soft-boiled egg. Mmm…was it good! Or was IContinue reading “Isolation”
Wandering
My cross country journey is over. I made it home a few days ago. This photo was taken while on the ferry to Vancouver Island. It took me 7 days to drive to the east coast, and over two months to drive home…with adventures along the way. I experienced amazing hospitality, incredible rainstorms, floods andContinue reading “Wandering”
The Journey
My life journey began on August 10 many decades ago, but my latest journey began June 8, just over two months ago. June 8 was my official retirement date….and by early August I had already signed a 4 month contract for part-time work in another city. I had planned to spend a couple of monthsContinue reading “The Journey”
Simple things
My trip started June 8th. It took me 8 full days to drive from the west coast to the east coast, arriving in plenty of time for my daughter’s wedding. Along the way I spent a lot of time listening to music. I stopped frequently for gas, bathroom breaks, food and photos. The scenery changedContinue reading “Simple things”
Embarking on a journey
My journey begins today! I left home early this morning to catch the ferry and begin the road trip. There is a smoky haze on the horizon with blue sky above. Forest fires are burning on the island, with one causing closure on the route to a very popular tourist destination. In fact wild firesContinue reading “Embarking on a journey”
Options
This is the view that greets me each morning as I open my front door. The Rhododendrons have been full and lush this spring, and in my dark, back corner they bloom relatively late in the season. When I look outside in the morning, and when I go for walks in the neighbourhood I amContinue reading “Options”
Reflections 