When one is committed to carry on luggage exclusively, packing becomes an art. Especially when a person is striving to live up to the title bestowed upon them in 1980 - “best dressed girl” in the 8th grade Greenwood Lake Middle School class. As I started preparing my back of the envelope packing list, I … Continue reading Ireland packing list loading…
Category: Europe
Donald J Trump – the King of Chaos
When one considers that he’s only been in office for 14 months, the impact made upon the global community by the Idiot in Chief and his merry band of incompetents, is really quite remarkable. Personally, I never could have imagined the amount of damage he and his MAGA cult could wreak around the country and … Continue reading Donald J Trump – the King of Chaos
Italy – lost and found
I’ve come to learn that no two trips are ever the same - there are far too many factors involved. Things like personal finances, weather, physical wellness and current interests are variable and, in my experience, combine uniquely on each individual adventure. Maybe that’s what keeps me so keen on traveling. After my latest trip … Continue reading Italy – lost and found
Dinner at home in Firenze
Almost 24 hours later, I think I’m finally able to attempt to share the finest moments of my time in Florence. This was my fourth visit to Florence, if you count the single day I spent there taking in David and having a shitty meal in a place that even we knew, was a tourist … Continue reading Dinner at home in Firenze
A Boxing Day miracle
To begin, hosting brunch the same day one needs to catch a train to begin what is essentially a 14 hour journey may not be the best idea. Especially when one hasn’t had a day off prior, other than Sunday which began with brunch in the morning and ended with dinner a county south of … Continue reading A Boxing Day miracle
Roman Holiday wardrobe
Traveling exclusively with carryon luggage in the winter, is a far greater challenge than summer packing. Obviously, sweaters and long pants take up far more space than swimsuits and sundresses, but temperatures and precipitation can be much more unpredictable and I like to be prepared for whatever comes my way. Add a couple of festive … Continue reading Roman Holiday wardrobe
Broken in, not distressed
When I changed into my “chores” jeans, I paused for a moment to consider how many years it had been since I purchased this particular pair of Levi’s. I did the math, thinking back to that long ago trip anniversary to Maine and our visit to the outlets in Freeport. My first and last, so … Continue reading Broken in, not distressed






