Last week while I was in Barcelona I ran four consecutive days, including the very day we arrived. The leisurely pace of our vacation and the magnetic pull of the Mediterranean made taking a run an impulse that I could not deny. It was a gift I gave to myself, almost a souvenir that took … Continue reading Running reflections
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On the edge of seventeen
A little more than 17 years ago, I was expecting my second child. At the time I thought I was living a busy life with a husband, a 2 year-old, and a full-time career. Little did I know what the future would hold, right? As my due date approached I had three items to take … Continue reading On the edge of seventeen
8 days in Europe on 80 euros
Maybe I've gotten a little too blasé about traveling. What was once approached with actual penned lists, which were meticulously cross checked, has become a much more casual affair. I select a few favorite items of clothing and then flesh out my travel wardrobe while trying to remain committed to a color scheme. Navy blue … Continue reading 8 days in Europe on 80 euros
Sketches of Spain
Have you ever listened to this album by Miles Davis? It's one of my favorites and sets the mood for so many things - a romantic dinner, a quiet conversation, time alone with your special someone. Add it to your playlist and thank me later, ok? Now that you've got that going, let me share … Continue reading Sketches of Spain
Getting on the bus – Barcelona to Lisbon
When I travel I hope to gather experiences. Sampling local cuisine, seeing new places, absorbing the flavor of a previously unknown culture, is what I'm all about. This trip has certainly provided those opportunities - and more. The nearly full moon over the Mediterranean, the Park Guell, white anchovies and jamon washed down with sangria, … Continue reading Getting on the bus – Barcelona to Lisbon
Eating up Barcelona
It's been amazing how quickly I've adjusted to Barcelona's late night schedule. I can only explain it as a magical alignment of being an early person and having the advantage of a six hour time difference. Whatever the reason, it's working for me and I haven't struggled at all with this temporary life of sleeping … Continue reading Eating up Barcelona
The wisdom of Antonio Banderas
After spending my first day in Barcelona, I can say I understand exactly what Antonio's talking about. This place just stimulates the desire for languid pleasure and beautiful people and food are everywhere. With blue skies above our heads and cobblestones below our feet we wandered around quite a bit yesterday. When it came time … Continue reading The wisdom of Antonio Banderas
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