A Rambling Writer Rerun: Crete, part 6: Falassarna Whispers
Join me in another flashback to my early backpacking trip across Crete, when I camped in the Minoan ruins of Falassarna and heard whispers from
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A Rambling Writer Rerun: Return to Crete, Part 5: Plakias Pleasures
The journey and accommodation were a lot different from my previous trip to southern Crete 37 years ago. But the magic of swimming the purple-blue
A Rambling Writer Rerun: Return to Crete, Part 4: South Coast Memories
Another flashback to my hippie backpacking days on Crete, camping and exploring the rugged south coast. NOTE: Of course, Thor and I had to make
A Rambling Writer Rerun: Return to Crete, Part 3: Gorges of South Crete
Come time-travel with me as Thor and I drive a rocky passage to the sea, and I flashback to my first Cretan hike down the
A Rambling Writer Rerun: Return to Crete, Part 2: A Minoan Cemetery
Join Thor and me as we literally delve into an ancient Minoan cemetery on Crete, while excavations continue to unearth treasures. NOTE: Of course, Thor
A Rambling Writer Rerun: Return to Crete, part 1: Rethymno
After 37 years, I returned to this singular Greek island — virtually a country to itself in size and culture — and brought Thor along
A Rambling Writer Rerun: Beaches of Rhodes
Join Thor and me as we wistfully recall some of our favorite beaches on the beautiful Greek island of Rhodes, now recovering from the recent
A Rambling Writer Rerun: Elephant Sanctuary in Thailand
Health issues continue, but I have a promising new treatment plan. Hopefully I will be back at my keyboard again soon, but meanwhile here is
A Rambling Writer Flashback: Hiking Gorges of Southern Crete
Come time-travel with me as Thor and I drive a rocky passage to the sea, and I flashback to my first Cretan hike down the
A Rambling Writer Rerun: Snorkeling Phuket, Thailand
Join Thor and me for a virtual Thailand vacation at the beautiful Phuket shoreline and sea. Note: I’m still taking a break from the keyboard
A Rambling Writer Rerun: Visiting a Colorful Thai Temple Complex
Due to continuing health issues that are drastically limiting my keyboard/writing time, I’m offering this diversion from Thor’s and my Thailand trip in early 2020.
The Rambling Writer’s Quest for Home, part 20: Settling In
Thor, Bear dog, Turtle cat, and I have survived the chaotic second phase of moving into our new home, and are settling into Being Here
A Rambling Writer Rerun: A Visit to the San Juan Islands
Join Thor and me on a getaway through the beautiful Salish Sea and the islands of my native Pacific Northwest. NOTE: Thor and I are
