Traveling, writing and this thing called life to bring joy to my heart and yours
The Cliffs of Moher I am not sure what I expected. I had seen these cliffs in movies, online, in pictures and on tourist sites. To say I was excited to come and see these cliffs was an understatement. Ireland is amazing. The people, the island, the wild Atlantic way. Taking a tour the first …
Falkirk On a quiet Sunday morning, we drove to Falkirk. Sunday was a day for places I wanted to go and for places, Paula wanted to go. It was a great thing when traveling with someone on the same page as you, compromise comes easy. Falkirk is one of the many, many places I wanted …
The National Wallace Monument After we left Doune Castle, we stopped at the National Wallace Monument. I have been here once and remember the incredible trek up to the top and what a view it was when I did make it there. This time I had a buddy to trek to the top and take some …
Our journey from Lochleven to Doune Castle We journeyed over the really incredible Queensferry Crossing What a sight to see and it was still so new at the time. We drove over this bridge a lot during our trip. Doune Castle If I were to just ask my friends or family, not many would know about …
Wayna Picchu the Mountain Let’s talk mountains. Wayna Picchu is a mountain. It is not a hill, nor a hike, it is a mountain climb. Talk about a challenge! For many, it is a challenge in their personal lives to hike this incredible experience and accomplish this mountain. For some, like myself and my friend …
So you think you can just hike Machu Picchu Well, I am sure you can, but let’s be clear, this is not your average hike. Not really sure if this is a hike, I like to call it a mountain climb, I mean after all Machu Picchu means “old mountain”. Let me just off by saying …
Sunday The day for rest or exploring a little, lunch with friends and preparing for Machu Picchu. Wait! There is really no preparing for Machu Picchu if you’re not an outdoor enthusiast but that is for the next post. Sunday, we slept in, which was much needed! Up around 10am, dressed and heading out …
What can I do in a week? As I sit here in Ollantaytambo Inca Rail train station waiting room whew that was a mouthful, I am caressed by a gentle breeze, traditional music in the background and a cup of hot coca leaf tea, which tastes like any other herbal tea fyi, I reflect on …
St. Andrews Golf Course This day would turn out to be quite the busy day! A quick trip to St. Andrews Golf Course and off to the next destination. For any golfer, this is one of the coveted golf courses to play. I am NOT a golfer, however I can understand, I get this way when …