Author Archives: Tim and Joanne Joseph

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About Tim and Joanne Joseph

Hi and welcome! We are Tim and Joanne Joseph and we have just embarked on our latest adventure. We hope you will join us!

BUCHAREST – Little Paris, wide boulevards, fountains and an arch of their own

Posted on October 6, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Bucharest is Romania’s capital and largest city.  Nicknamed “Little Paris”, it has the charm and character to live up to that moniker.  Wide boulevards are enhanced with multiple fountains in each direction.

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Picture of the day – Prickly

Posted on October 5, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Is it just me, or have you also noticed that people are getting a bit more prickly lately?  I see it on Facebook, in the news, Twitter and in some personal interactions. Others seem more aggressive, angrier. Driving on the … Continue reading →

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ROMANIA – Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle and Sinaia Monastery

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

DRACULA’S CASTLE When one thinks of Transylvania, you can’t help but imagine vampires, mystery, and tales of the unknown.  Most everyone has heard of Count Dracula.  I too was curious to check out the legendary castle.

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Picture of the day – Reflection

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

We spent last week in Illinois with my husband’s family.  His father is nearing the end of his time with us as his cancer has spread, and the Parkinson’s Disease has robbed him of both his mobility and his mental clarity. … Continue reading →

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Picture of the day – Changing Colors

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

We have returned to Southern California from our week in Illinois.  The weather is mild with crisp mornings and sunny afternoons.  Perfect sleeping weather. The trees are beginning to turn colors.

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Picture of the day – Falling leaf

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

For a long time, I have been the crazy lady that always has a camera in her hand or around her neck. 

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ROMANIA – Biertan, Sighisoara and Brasov

Posted on September 28, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

BIERTAN Biertan is home of the Fortified Church.  It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was the Evangelic Episcopal See for almost 300 years from 1572 – 1867.

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ROMANIA – Sibiu is located in the heart of Transyvania

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Sibiu – this walled town in the heart of Transylvania was one of the most powerful and prosperous strongholds in Europe for hundreds of years.  Built in the 12th century by German settlers, is was also known as Hermannstadt.   Surrounded by … Continue reading →

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ROMANIA – Timisoara, Victory Square and Redbugs

Posted on September 24, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

After leaving a rainy Serbia, we were delighted to have the sun come out as we crossed the border into Romania. Located in Western Romania, we arrive in Timisoara with a population of just over 300, 000 people around mid-morning. Greeted … Continue reading →

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IN PICTURES: California coastline from San Luis Obispo to Carmel

Posted on September 22, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph
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