A Cacophonous Country

After an absence of nearly a decade, and although I’ve already been in this land for a month, the truth … More

Borderlines

If you were to set out for a stroll around this small town (pop: approximately 6000), you’d likely never believe … More

Bittersweet Homecoming

In many ways, it was a sweet homecoming. During this past week, while getting errands done, going to the clinic … More

Rare Finds #4

Not far from this placid wintry scene, indeed only a short walk away, is a place where I’ve found signs … More

Joys and Sorrows

Yesterday – largely and forevermore overshadowed by the past memories of today – was a momentous day for some. It … More

The Passing Lane

Like the title character in the novel The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry – which I wish I could say … More

Coconuts from Heaven (or Canned)

In a store today, I spied these cans. Many others also. A veritable explosion of coconut- and other tropical-fruit-based drinks … More

A Snail’s Surprise

Just for today, I wanted to share an update I posted to my Indiegogo Camino Campaign webpage.. it was too … More

Chicken in a Basket

Shortly after 7 yesterday morning, the neighbor’s rooster and chicken were crowing outside my window even louder than usual. It … More

Channeling Mary

After writing about my less-than-stellar Chef’s (umm) Surprise, I reflected on the experience, talked it over with my friend Sherry, … More