I need to start out by saying that I have been spending time on the free language-learning app Duolingo in preparation for this trip to Germany. I had wanted to be able to at least understand some of the signs when we went to Germany. I have to say it actually worked too! Not only … Continue reading Two Days in Frankfurt
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Visiting Xanten, a Roman Archeological Park in Germany
Hubby Rick and I recently visited an archeological park in Germany that we think is well worth a visit. It’s in a small German town called Xanten, pronounced Santen, but spelled with an X. It is about 50 minutes drive north of Dusseldorf, not far from Germany’s border with the Netherlands. This park is billed … Continue reading Visiting Xanten, a Roman Archeological Park in Germany
NYTimes: A Sandwich Shop, a Tent City and an American Crisis
A Sandwich Shop, a Tent City and an American Crisis https://nyti.ms/3JsCjft. The above article in this Sunday's New York Times, written by Pulitzer Prize winning author Eli Saslow, is one of the most disturbing pieces of writing I have ever read. The dystopian tent city he so vividly describes is in Phoenix, Arizona. Saslow notes … Continue reading NYTimes: A Sandwich Shop, a Tent City and an American Crisis
Mexican Pyramids at Teotihuacan
One of the sights well worth seeing if you have are fortunate enough to visit Mexico, rather than heading straight to its beach resorts, is Teotihuacan. Thirty miles from Mexico city, this ancient city existed from roughly 100 B.C.E. to 550 C.E.. It was one of the most influential cities in Mesoamerica, with a population … Continue reading Mexican Pyramids at Teotihuacan
A Visit to Cartagena, Colombia
Our younger son chose Cartagena, Colombia as the destination for the second week of our Christmas vacation together. The first week was supposed to be in Peru to visit Machu Picchu, among other sights. But when the Peruvian government declared a state of emergency right before we were to fly there, we opted to go … Continue reading A Visit to Cartagena, Colombia
México City is Amazing
First, I must make a profound apology to all Mexicans. Your country is rich in history, culture and art. Somehow I never understood that before. Perhaps it's because I am from the United States where children are educated primarily in their own history and culture. Nearby countries, like Canada and Mexico, are ignored as are … Continue reading México City is Amazing
First review of What’s So Special about Spain
Since the paperback version of my book came out last week I have received my first review from children's book author Darlene Foster. Here's what she had to say about it in her Amazon and Goodreads reviews. "A wonderful book describing some of the many wonders of Spain with amazing pictures and interesting details. Children … Continue reading First review of What’s So Special about Spain
What’s So Special About Spain Paperback Now Available
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BMT2PLZV/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1668937711&sr=8-1 Just in time to order for a Christmas gift for children or grandchildren, I published a travel book about the wonders of Spain. The book comes in e-book and paperback format and is available on all Amazon sites. This is a book meant for children to help them understand what makes Spain so special … Continue reading What’s So Special About Spain Paperback Now Available
What’s So Special About Spain?
I have written a e-book about the wonders of Spain. Here's its description on Amazon: This is a book meant for children to help them understand what makes Spain so special by highlighting some of its more interesting cities through words and plenty of color photos. Adults can use the book to help them plan … Continue reading What’s So Special About Spain?
Discovering the Joys of San Francisco
There is much to love about the City by the Bay. It is compact: Seven miles wide by seven miles long. So it's easy to get around by walking or via public transportation. It is rich in history and culture: The population exploded during the 1849 Gold Rush, going from around 1000 people in 1848 … Continue reading Discovering the Joys of San Francisco