So fellow travelers, when I realized the 2017 total solar eclipse would pass through Oregon I began to make plans to schedule our annual visit to Portland around the August 21st event. Lunar map by National Geographic© After all, I am that kid who wanted a telescope and a wall map of the Moon not […]
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Solar Eclipse 2017
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on August 22, 2017
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Market Magic
So fellow travelers, this Portland trip is focused on savoring my favorite elements of this quirky city. Foraging in vintage shops which abound in treasures and Goodwill stores which offer bargains on items we forgot to pack, like a fleece jacket to stave off cooler coastal temps. Gastronomic delights dreamed of for the past year, […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on August 20, 2017
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Zen Moment Sunset in Astoria
So fellow travelers, this moment from an evening post dinner walk in Astoria. Sunset boardwalk stroll Cherished moments together Gifts of time and love Walk gently on the path my friends and may adventure find you ready.
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on August 20, 2017
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It’s a Dogs Life
So fellow travelers, I am finally back in Portland Oregon, resting comfortably at the residence of Favorite Older Daughter and Favored Son-in-law. It feels like we never left. And it feels like an eon has passed. Time is strange like that. Caught this moment with the kids two rescue dogs, Zeus and Coffee. They go […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on August 17, 2017
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Spirit of 60 Road Trip: Conclusions
So fellow travelers, I can think of no better way to end a road trip than a day of visits with friends. My trip concluded with two days of such joys and I headed homeward filled with gratitude and a haiku in my heart Hugs lunch and laughter Tales of music grandkids dogs Blessings of […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on August 15, 2017
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Spirit of 60 Road Trip Part Seven: Glassy-eyed Wonder
So fellow travelers, in my first post I alluded to an event which guided the timing of this trip. Acquiring coveted tickets to one of the viewings for Chihuly Nights at the New York Botannical Garden had more to do with when I scheduled this road trip than it being my 60th birthday. In all […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on August 13, 2017
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Spirit of 60 Road Trip Part Two: Comfort Food
So fellow travelers, a little over an hour later, I defied the GPS directions to stay on the highway and headed south on Route 17 because I knew full well what wonders could be found along this alternate route. There is something about a hearty meal of good comfort foods that fortifies a troubled soul. […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on August 2, 2017
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Zen Moment: Woodpecker’s Haiku
So fellow travelers, I’ve just returned from a week of camping with a good friend at one of the wonderful State Parks we are blessed to have here in Upstate New York. Round Lake Trail at Green Lakes State Park Lots of rain meant plenty of time to write, so I can promise a series […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 30, 2017
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In This Spot
So fellow travelers, yesterday was a landmark day. The experience of being at Theodore Roosevelt’s home was deeply moving. It will take some time to find words to give form to my thoughts. In the spirit of TR who was a writer long before he was a conservationist, RoughRider or President, I will let those […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 14, 2017
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Zen moment : Morning with a Wren
So fellow travelers, sitting by the pond enjoying my morning coffee, I hear a little wren has discovered the house we put up last week. New wren house in morning sunlight. The tenant stayed hidden in the shrubs while singing. It may seem late in the season for adding a birdhouse yet I must take […]
Posted by Deborah H Rahalski on July 9, 2017
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