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A Northern Germany Day Trip … Blueberry Picking in the Rain

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After a day of rest from traveling halfway across the world, my daughter and I set out to pick blueberries at the Heidelbeerhof Folster near Willenscharen http://www.heidelbeerhof-foelster.de/ hoping beyond hope that the rain would let up and the sun would … Continue reading

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Weekly Photo Challenge – Shadowed

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Weekly Photo Challenge – Endurance

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The hard maple tree in my driveway, dating back to at least the War of 1812, has endured the test of time and more years to come….   On the flip side of the coin, my paint job on my … Continue reading

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Paris First Impressions ….

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My visit to Paris last May for 5 days was a whirlwind of trying to fit in all of my favorite spots that I had read about …. I was exhausted with tired legs and feet, but thoroughly enjoyed every … Continue reading

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Overnight Train to Paris ….

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After a tearful goodbye with my daughter in Hamburg, I made it onto the connecting train to Hannover where I would catch the City Night Line train to Paris, an overnight train.  I had decided to treat myself to a … Continue reading

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Beautiful Hamburg on a Little Bit of Sleep

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My first experience at jet lag in Hamburg, I hit the ground running with my daughter to see the city …. and try to stay awake all day …. And indeed, I managed to stay awake to our evening destination, … Continue reading

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Jammin’ It Up On The 4th of July Weekend!

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When are black raspberries ready to pick?  By the 4th of July! I once again, donned my long pants and long sleeved shirt and headed down the hill.  It took over 2 hours to pick just over 2 1/2 quarts.  … Continue reading

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Nature’s Hidden Jewels – Black Raspberries

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I’ve been out for several hours picking black raspberries.  It’s a buggy weedy sticky adventure, but oh it yields such delights.  I need to make a run to the market for pie ingredients…. I started out with one bowl full, … Continue reading

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Take Off For Europe

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On April 30th, in the evening, I took off from Chicago O’Hare Airport on my first European adventure and my first international flight.  I hope I didn’t appear too goofy in my excitement as I pulled and tossed my luggage … Continue reading

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Baby Baby, La Baby Quilt Est Fini!

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Finally finished up the baby quilt yesterday and got it washed & pressed, ready to deliver.  Surprisingly, the baby came a whole month early.  I think she will be pleased! Spent last week working on the binding, pressing, sewing and … Continue reading

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