One regret, dear world,
That I am determined not to have
When I am lying on my deathbed
Is that I did not kiss you enough.
~Hafiz
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Visiting Amsterdam’s IJ-Hallen: Europe’s Largest Flea Market
Amsterdam’s IJ-Hallen—it’s where the savvy Dutch go to find inexpensive Amsterdam Hip, Shabby Chic, Boho, Mid-Century Modern, still-serviceable clothes, and just plain used stuff. It’s a genuine flea market, the largest in Europe, and here’s why you really need to go. Stalking Bargains, Treasures and Trash I’m a bargain junkie. Always have been; probably always […]
The Heidelberg Funicular to the Castle: Riding with my Grandfather
The ride up the Heidelberg Funicular to the city’s famous castle is smooth, quiet, shiny. It wasn’t always that way. Did my grandfather know it then? Photo of the Week: The Heidelberg Funicular The Heidelberger Bergbahn (the Mountain Railway) is famous. Everyone wants to visit the glorious ruin of Heidelberg Castle, perched atop a high […]
Walking in San Miguel-The Arroyo: a Photo Essay
I took a walk today in San Miguel de Allende. Walking in San Miguel is always a joy… as long as you watch your step to avoid a missing cobblestone, or a broken curb. Your walk can take you past 400+-year-old buildings, elegant Colonial churches, houses painted in jewel tones. The sun will more than […]
POTW: Restos: The Cemetery in San Miguel de Allende
At the rear of the Panteón Municipál, the city cemetery in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, is a columbarium, the wall of nichos where the urns of ashes of those cremated are interred. It holds memories and tells stories. It also tells us about cultural differences and ideas about life and death. I like Mexican […]
Remembrance Day in the Netherlands: The Power of Silence
In Holland, Liberation Day is for celebration. But Remembrance Day in the Netherlands, “Dodenherdenking,” is for the silence of deep and painful memories, the solemnity of “We Will Never Forget.” Liberation Day is celebrated in the Netherlands on May 5th. It marks the day in 1945 when the Germans surrendered in Holland and the occupation […]
POTW: San Miguel de Allende, Mexico-It’s the Little Things
On how a photo presented itself to me in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico and reminded me to pay attention. To look up. To look down. To listen and smell and feel the air. To notice the “little things” that can turn any trip into a rich and fulfilling adventure. On Noticing the Little Things […]