This street sign was found during a walk around the town of Qaqortoq. A local young lady walking by was asked about the sign and how it’s pronounced. While her speaking the word sounded completely alien, it sounded pleasant and she explained it is a local favorite song that means “I think of you everyContinue reading “Walking Past A Street Sign…”
Category Archives: Odds n’ Ends
Liverpool’s Bombed Out Church
The Church Of St. Luke, Liverpool, England This landmark church is commonly referred to as the bombed-out church. It was constructed between 1811 and 1832. Besides being intended as a parish church it was also to be used as a ceremonial venue by the city government as well as a concert hall. St. Luke’s wasContinue reading “Liverpool’s Bombed Out Church”
An Incident In Amsterdam
In the past number of years it has seemed that the world is becoming increasingly dangerous. Maybe not life threatening but a bit more problematic. We’ve always been cautious travelers taking care to avoid being targets for pickpockets and not venturing into neighborhoods that might seem qustionable. We were recently in Amsterdam and the lastContinue reading “An Incident In Amsterdam”
A Remarkable Museum Find In Dover
The Dover Museum in Dover, England is one of the oldest museums in Kent England. It was originally founded in 1836 and is now one of the county’s premier tourist attractions. Even better the admission is free. Much of its new popularity has come from the addition of the Dover Bronze Age Boat. In 1991Continue reading “A Remarkable Museum Find In Dover”
Dutch Windmills
An Empire Founded On Wind Throughout history most empires have been founded using the power of swords, cavalry and war ships but there are a few whose tools were trading, manufacturing and exploration. Four hundred years ago there was an emerging world power based on just that formula. This nation was known by a numberContinue reading “Dutch Windmills”
Exploring Volcanos
They are found everywhere on our planet and many can be extremely dangerous. Active, dormant or extinct they seem to draw people into visiting. Perhaps it is the ability to witness unfathomable power or its aftermath up close that draws people. Beyond that there are literally millions of people living under the threat of beingContinue reading “Exploring Volcanos”
The Intentional Travelers 