Most of today, our final day in London, was spent walking through two of the city’s glorious parks. To get there, we took a bus that dropped us off near Marble Arch on Oxford Street. Oxford Street, the main shopping street in London, was decorated with Union Jacks and was quite festive looking. We made […]
After breakfast this morning I sent Scott, Sherrie and Brianna off on their own. Scott was interested in visiting firehouses. I was interested in stretching my back and resting. When I had rested, I went out for a walk. I had no destination in mind. Turning left out of the hotel I found myself in […]
This morning began gray and drizzly. After breakfast Scott, Sherrie and Brianna headed to the Tower of London. I didn’t go with them because I knew my back wouldn’t be happy with the amount of standing. Instead, I took off for the Victoria and Albert Museum, my favorite museum in London. It’s a world-renowned museum, […]
When I bought the tickets for the London Eye, I held my breath and crossed my fingers in the hopes that we’d have a bright day. Luck was on our side, when we went on it, there were a few wispy clouds and a bright sky. Later, the clouds thickened, but we had perfect weather. […]
Networking has become an essential skill in today’s interconnected world. Whether you’re seeking professional opportunities, looking to expand your knowledge, or building relationships, effective networking can open doors to countless possibilities. However, it’s not just about attending events and collecting business cards; it’s about making meaningful connections and leveraging them strategically. In this blog post, […]
The changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace occurs every morning at 11am. At this point, the ceremony has no real meaning, except as a tourist spectacular. And boy, does it ever draw crowds. We arrived around 10:30. I sent Scott, Sherrie and Brianna to see if they could find a spot where they might […]
One of the first things I do in any new city is to take a hop-on-hop-off bus. It’s a convenient way to get an overall feeling for the place and, if I pay attention and am lucky, to figure out the geography. I know London so well that the only time I go on the […]
Though every seat on the plane was filled, the flight from New York to London was a breeze. After the 14-hour nightmare returning from the Middle East, this was very civilized. On this journey, I’m traveling with my nephew Scott, his wife Sherrie and their 12-year old daughter Brianna. This is their first overseas adventure. […]
During the winter months, our skin and sleep often bear the brunt of the chilly weather and shorter days. Harsh winds, indoor heating, and lack of sunlight can leave our skin dull and dry, while disturbances to our sleep patterns can leave us feeling groggy and less energized. But fret not! With a few simple […]
Today I saw a butterfly her blue speckled wings glistened in the sunlight the magic of her metamorphosis danced around in the winds * She flew over the sagebrush and landed on red sandy soil resting awhile opening and closing her wings a silent rhythmic drumbeat sending wave after wave of the knowledge she holds […]
