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The first evening

I arrived the afternoon of a celebration with a grand procession. The streets around my room were filled with people and it was apparent that this was no ordinary Saturday night.  I asked one of the many police officers what … Continue reading

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First stop in Malaga 

After a long plane trip to Paris, I found myself in the most confusing and unorganized airport that I have ever had the pleasure of navigating.  Then a short hop to Malaga and a city bus trip to my Airbnb … Continue reading

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Starting all over again

I lost my blog for 3 years – life got in the way – now I am back at it and will be blogging my future trips starting with Spain in October and the Honduras in November….. looking forward to … Continue reading

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Being evacuated

From disaster preparedness class due to storm threat….feels just like home except that we would still be in class if we were there!

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In Alabama

For disaster preparedness training

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Saying goodbye

The moon over Peru as I begin my journey home.  It was an experience I will never forget…..

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The Gran Cavern

Worth the trek…..this just appears in the wilderness….

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Images on the trail down the back side of HuaynaPicchu

Instead of going back the way I came, I went down the back side of HuaynaPicchu to see the Gran Cavern….didn’t really think about how long that would make my last hike – it was close to 4.5 hours after … Continue reading

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Plaque stating the status of the site

These plaques were to be found all along the trail and throughout the park.  Also, those are the shoes that kept my feet in excellent shape throughout my days of strenuous hiking.  While others were taking off their shoes and … Continue reading

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Celebrating accomplishment

At the top of the mountain!!

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