Toilet Paper What is August 26th? Among many things, it is national toilet paper day. I know, seriously, right! Who thought of this?? Maybe the makers of Charmin? Hats off (or should I say, pants down) to those little rolls of paper that we all hold dear in that particular time of need. Heaven forbid a…
Category: Empty Nest Lounge
One for a laugh, One for thought
Several weeks ago I spent some time with my niece whom I had not seen in several years. This was a much needed and because of

GHOST TOUR
We like to ghost, by that I mean we like to go to haunted places. We like to try to capture them on our cameras. Sometimes we
The things you will see on the streets of London
The streets of London are very distinct in the curious and particular sights that you will encounter as you meander from one alley or cobble-stoned street to the next. There is such a vibrancy of diversity in both people and architectural structures that there is no shortage of interesting things that will catch your eye!…
There is something about old books
I love books, always have and always will. Not being able to travel much, really at all, as a child it was a way for me to explore strange and exciting new lands, I met some of the most

Travel is hard work
3, 2, ZZZZ….. No matter how we travel. Whether we are driving or flying it seems like it only takes Ian a few minutes and he is out cold. It seems like he can sleep anywhere at almost any time of the day or night. Today was no different. We had been awake for a…

Getting Ready
Graduate High School Our next overseas trip is fast approaching! When our kids graduate high school they get to choose a vacation destination for that year. The Rules There are rules that they have to follow when they choose a spot. It has to be out of the US. It has to be a stable…

The Ghost That Followed Us
Now, I am not a big believer in the ghost, goblins, supernatural and such. I think that sometimes, people make up a fair amount to make a good story. But I will say, after this trip, it

Driving in England: A Hilarious and Memorable Experience
Driving can be a challenge in a foreign country – especially if they drive on a different side of the road you are used to. The first time that we went to England we were so excited to be going to a different country! It was so thrilling to think of all the new experiences…