This is a long read delving into an amazing 14 days exploring Svalbard aboard Aurora Expedition's "Sylvia Earle," including fantastic kayaking excursions and MANY polar bear sightings.
Thankful (Photo Blogging Challenge: 2025-11)
Despite a few challenges in November, I found plenty to be thankful for. Read on for details!
Out and About in Oslo, Norway
This very long read covers our five days in and around Oslo, the capital of Norway. Highlights included a half-day guided tour, City Hall, world-class museums and a day trip to the Kistefos Sculpture Park and Gallery.
One Word (Photo Blogging Challenge: 2025-10)
After wrestling with the theme for most of the month, I finally landed on an approach. In this post, I explore the word "bandwagon" as it applies to staycations, e-biking and joining a popular trend.
Life Enjoyed (Photo Blogging Challenge: 2025-09)
For me life enjoyed = feeling fulfilled and satisfied, with good friends, positive family relationships, and time spent in the pursuit of meaningful activities. This month's photo blogging challenge was to capture that concept in five photographs.