Exploring the Freedom to be Peculiar in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood

It started with the Fremont Troll. I saw a picture and description and knew it was going on the agenda for our time in Seattle. The cool thing about these Roadside America oddities is that you never know where they will lead. A few years ago, a stop off the highway to see the World’s … Continue reading Exploring the Freedom to be Peculiar in Seattle’s Fremont neighborhood

Leaving Taos and fun with family and friends

After a short, but fun, visit to Taos, we headed toward Colorado to see an old friend in Boulder, new friends in Longmont, and a cousin in Saratoga, Wyoming. Getting out of Taos, however, had its challenges. On the day we left, we arose at around 6:00 and John went to find coffee. Not only … Continue reading Leaving Taos and fun with family and friends

Split: The Diocletian Palace and more

Those who know anything about Split, Croatia know it as the site of the palace or ‘retirement home’ of the 4th century Roman ruler, Diocletian. Although little is left of the original palace, it serves as the heart of Split’s Old Town, or Stari Grad, and has been modified over time, serving as living quarters … Continue reading Split: The Diocletian Palace and more

Lake Bled, Slovenia: More than just another pretty place

The beautiful Lake Bled was a late add to our travel itinerary and what a wonderful addition it was. Lots of people have seen the lovely pictures of the little church on the island in the middle of the blue waters of Lake Bled, with alps in the background. What else did the area have … Continue reading Lake Bled, Slovenia: More than just another pretty place