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We continue our tour of the fabulous Museum of Archaeology with a focus on architecture, pottery development, and other arts. NOTE: Of course, Thor and I had to make another trip to Greece, as he’s fallen as much in love … Continue reading
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We’re back on Crete, at the world’s finest collection of Minoan artifacts, in the Iraklion museum. We’ll start with the oldest artifacts, from Neolilthic to the early Palatial period. NOTE: Of course, Thor and I had to make another trip to … Continue reading
And now for something totally different: Thor and I make our first trip to Asia — the beautiful country of Thailand. Some preview photos here! Your jet-lagged rambling writer is still absorbing all the rich experiences of our three-week trip, … Continue reading
Think of me immersed in a writing project, as I swim once more in my dreams through those magical blue Aegean seas! I’m on a retreat, so we’ll catch up with our Crete rambles on February 15 with a blog … Continue reading
It’s Thor’s turn to weigh in on our Greek rambles. After all, he’s been my hero driver and beloved companion on many adventures! NOTE: Of course, Thor and I had to make another trip to Greece, as he’s fallen as … Continue reading
The question I’ve been asked most is what’s actually happening in Australia? Today I want to give you a report about it because my home town (and I’m back home) is under the biggest fire threat since 2003. I want … Continue reading
My younger daughter, 24 as of last week, came up for a flying visit on her way to a volunteer program she’s doing in upstate California next week. She’s an interesting kid (well, I’d say that anyway, wouldn’t I?) and … Continue reading
After a break for a drink in the shade, we’re back to finish our tour of the labyrinth! NOTE: Of course, Thor and I had to make another trip to Greece, as he’s fallen as much in love with the islands … Continue reading
(This post is part of my Patreon-supported New Worlds series.) It might seem odd to bundle a discussion of poison in with our exploration of medicine, but as the sixteenth-century Swiss physician known as Paracelsus said, “All things are poison, … Continue reading
Wander the restorations of the labyrinthine palace-complex of ancient Knossos with Thor and me! NOTE: Of course, Thor and I had to make another trip to Greece, as he’s fallen as much in love with the islands as I am. … Continue reading