February 1st ~ Polonnaruva, Sri Lanka
The Vatadage, Polonnaruwa Temple
On the way to our next destination, we stopped briefly to watch workers husk coconuts. They are not paid for their labor, but are giving a percentage of the coconuts so that they can sell them. I think they received 25 coconuts for every 200 that the husked. Continue reading
February 1st ~ Morning in Negombo
Fishing boats of Negombo
We had a very early wake up this morning to go to the local fish market. The boats start coming in before six. The best fish are auctioned off to overseas buyers and local hotels/restaurants. Continue reading
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Friday, January 31st ~ Negombo, Sri Lanka Yesterday was primarily for relocation. After breakfast we packed up, checked out and put in a request for Uber. We tried to get a vehicle large enough to accommodate all six of us … Continue reading
Wednesday, January 29th ~ Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple
The morning started off with a pleasant surprise – a large plate of bacon was presented to each couple at breakfast. The manager from the previous morning had left a note for his staff that we had requested some and they were more than happy to accommodate us. Now THAT is great customer service! Continue reading
Tuesday, January 28th, Colombo, Sri Lanka
Welcome to Colombo, Sri Lanka
We have three full days on our own to explore Colombo before we will meet up with our Gate 1 tour group. Establishing a pattern of arriving early to a destination, allows us time to recover from jet lag and get acclimated to a new time zone. Continue reading
OK, I admit I am a wee tab bit emotional when it comes to seeing/reading/hearing anything even remotely touching. My sensitivity gene got an extra link. If someone says anything kind, the tears can flow like a faucet.
This can be a good thing, or embarrassing, depending upon the setting. When on an airplane, sitting next to a total stranger, it can fall somewhere in-between. Perhaps more toward the uncomfortable side.
Sri Lanka ~ Photo courtesy Lonely Planet
It is hard to believe that it has been six months since we got back from our cross country RV trip. Tim has stayed busy helping our son with his business while I have been stagnate. I am so ready to shake off the “snow and dust” and get out the door.
And we are about to embark on another fantastic adventure!
June 23rd ~ Williams, AZ ~
The Grand Canyon
Our trip was almost at an end, and as so often seems to be the case, everyones energy level had faded. Shirley was not her spunky self, Tim had been fighting allergies that had probably gone into a sinus infection, and I was just plain old feeling worn out. We decided to reroute a shorter direction towards home. BUT, first we had to see the GRAND CANYON! Continue reading
June 21st ~ Bryce Canyon ~
Bryce Canyon National Park ~ Bryce Point
It’s all about the colorful rocks and hoodoos here in Bryce Canyon (which is technically not a canyon at all, but a collection of giant natural amphitheaters). Much smaller than nearby Zion NP, it receives only half as many visitors each year. It also sits at a higher elevation ranging from 6600 feet to 9100 feet at Rainbow Point, the far end of the park. Continue reading
June 19th ~ Ogden, UT ~
George S Eccles Dinosaur Park
Our only stopover for the day was to check out the George S Eccles Dinosaur Park. This was not one of our favorites, but it did give us a chance to stretch our legs for a bit. Continue reading
