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Myanmar Market

Posted on October 16, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

What if you were suddenly dropped down inside a culture quite contrasting to your own? You don’t speak the language, the money is foreign to you, people look and sound different. Everything is colorful, noisy, and fragrant. You see smiling … Continue reading →

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Picture of the Day ~ White Temple, Wat Rong Kuhn

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Chiang Rai, Thailand ~ More a labor of love, than a money-maker, the artist Chalermchai Kositpipat has used his own funds to create this visual masterpiece. This is a place of worship, but also an artistic creation. Instead of the … Continue reading →

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Picture of the Day ~ Wat Phra That Suthon Mongkhon Khiri

Posted on October 12, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

This imposing staircase is located in Phrae, Thailand. GRATITUDE MOMENT: Today I am grateful for differences. Each place we have had the pleasure of visiting has opened our eyes to an ever-changing variety of art, culture, food, money, transportation, vegetation, political and … Continue reading →

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Crater Lake National Park

Posted on October 9, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

If ever there was a crown jewel for the state of Oregon, it would have to be Crater Lake. Crystal clear deep blue water, towering cliffs, a mysterious island in the shape of a wizards cap, rock formations that mimic … Continue reading →

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Final Lap of our Road Trip – Columbia River Gorge

Posted on October 8, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Relaxing in our tiny mountain cabin here in the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California, I am astounded to find myself another year older, but not necessarily another year wiser. I wish I could reverse that last statement – you … Continue reading →

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Yachting in the San Juan Islands

Posted on September 10, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Saturday, September 12 ~ Ganges, Salt Spring Island, Canada Last Sunday we traveled the short distance from Seattle to Whidbey Island. My sister (Jan) and brother-in-law (Mark) have invited Tim and I to join them on a one week motor … Continue reading →

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Central Oregon Coastline in pictures

Posted on September 4, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Thursday, August 3rd ~ Central Oregon Coastline Today we traveled from Bandon by the Sea to Newport, Oregon along Highway 101. Here are a few highlights from our day: 

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Southern Oregon Coastline still impresses

Posted on September 3, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Wednesday, September 2nd ~ Southern Oregon Coast In my humble opinion, there are not many places on this planet that are as beautiful as the Oregon Coast. I may be a little prejudiced, since I was born in Southern Oregon, … Continue reading →

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A Russian fort and a beach made out of glass

Posted on September 3, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Tuesday, September 1 ~ Crescent City, California Did you know that there used to be a Russian fort on the California coast? I know I was surprised to learn about it. 

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France ~ Avignon Bridge, aka Pont Saint-Bénézet, aka Pont d’Avignon

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Sunday, August 2nd ~ Avignon, France (part 1) Sadly our amazing Uniworld river cruise has come to an end. After enjoying our final delicious breakfast on board, we took a pre-arranged taxi the short distance to a local hotel located … Continue reading →

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