Sunday, August 24, 2014

One wrong turn after another

Tried to visit the catacombs but my credit card was declined by the automatic kiosk and it didn't take anything but coins. So we decided to walk to Montparnasse instead (where my card was accepted). My camera phone stopped working after this photo was taken -

The view is spectacular! We spent an hour just looking out over the city. I wish i had grabbed my other camera but alas it was in the hotel. I plan to blog but I likely won't have photos to upload. This makes me beyond sad but I do have my standard camera. Tho isn't tragic just frustrating. After the view it was 5pn we wanted to sit and eat but most places were closed? We found a nice little cafe called La forge with a coveted patio. So we ate deliscious salad and thin crust bread while we sipped lemonade and watched everything. It rained briefly making the city smells more potent. It is odd hoe different things smell here. Oh and yes the food is fabulous! There is this little crepe place we want to try tomorrow morning. Currently I sit in my small hotel room looking out at all the people and buildings, listening to the sounds of cars and random construction definitely in a different land. However, Now I think I will sleep and worry about photos and cleaning clothes tomorrow!

Thursday, August 14, 2014

Packed and ready!

Less than 2 weeks before I embark on my next journey. This time I'll be living out of my backpack as I trek across Spain. El Camino de Santiago will be as much a physical as a spiritual journey for me. I have no idea what expect I'm just along for the ride, experience life on the way. Kind of makes me think of that Dr. Seuss book - Oh the places you'll go...

Wednesday, August 6, 2014

12 mile hike

My first long hike. It went well. My pack is full at 17#. I got a bit sun burned but overall fared well. 21 days until the big trip!

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Engelwood metropark

Bastian overlooks a waterfall. We paused here for a nice picnic lunch!

And me at the base is the falls!

There were a lot of beautiful views! The last was my attempt at a panorama. All over another lovely day. 😆

Monday, July 7, 2014

Clifton gorge

Selfie of Jenny and I.

Exploring slump caves.

Lotus blossom!

Friday, July 4, 2014

Sugarcreek

4th of July hike. Beautiful morning

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Sunday, June 29, 2014

Testing camera

As part of my preparations for my big vacation I bought a new phone. With a great camera... Hopefully I can figure out how to upload to my blogspot!

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Friday, May 30, 2014

American Gothic House

In Eldon, Iowa there is the house from the famous American Gothic painting! They had costumes and props to pose and attempt to recreate that famous painting. Quite the fun first stop!

Thursday, May 29, 2014

Des Moines, Iowa

Another stunning capitol building. I really recommend visiting the capitols. They really give a good sense of the state history and are typically stunning eye candy. Do note the odd dolls they are the governors wives in their inaugural gowns. Also the spiral staircase in the library - so many steps

Council bluffs Iowa

This town is known for their Black squirrels. Toured the squirrel cage jail. Sat on some bronze squirrel statues and played in Fairmont park. Fun times!