Art All Around
There’s a great deal of art to be found at home, here in Portland; but it’s not so easy to find. My friend Sybilla Cook’s Walking Portland will help a lot. In … Continue reading
September 16, 2016 · 1 Comment
Kings & Queens/History & Politics
One’s head spins with the profusion of kings and queens whose inter-related and lavish lifestyles are proudly displayed in all the countries we visited, despite turbulent political upheavals over the centuries. Christian IV (1577-1648), … Continue reading
September 10, 2016 · 1 Comment
First, dodge the bullet
We realized nine years ago, when we nearly missed a flight to Italy to board a cruise ship, that we should always plan a couple of extra days at the … Continue reading
August 11, 2016 · 1 Comment
illuminate history 