If you had to change your name, what would your new name be? I started out life with the name Alyce who was born on December 12th. When I was school age the cutoff date was December 1st so my parents had a new birth certificate made up with the name Lisa born Novembet 12th.Continue reading “What is a name”
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Our Last Leg of Our Journey
We debarked the Celebrity Equinox and were transported to Rome International Airport through Celebrity. We were staying one night at the Hilton Rome Airport before traveling home. Because I am a Hilton Gold we had access to the lounge. They had snacks and drinks while we waited for our room to become available. For dinnerContinue reading “Our Last Leg of Our Journey”
Mr. Goodbar or Almond Joy
Describe your dream chocolate bar. Chocolate and nuts – with or without caramel. Coconut and almond covered in rich chocolate. It’s a toss-up between the two! I really love coconut. Whether its in candy, cake or right off the tree. I’m addicted to it. The other day the question was what brings you joy? WellContinue reading “Mr. Goodbar or Almond Joy”
Loved to Read
Do you remember your favorite book from childhood? When I finally started to like to read, I went from like to love. One of my favorite series was Nancy Drew. My husband liked the Hardy Boys. And you know what? We still love to read mysteries and thrillers. I remember reading the Exorcist in highContinue reading “Loved to Read”
What 3 books!
List three books that have had an impact on you. Why? Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte. It inspired me to be a writer. It was a beautifully written piece of literature originally published under the name Ellis Bell. Bronte’s character development and the intrigue of this novel, especially written by a woman in 1847 wasContinue reading “What 3 books!”
A Day at the Olympics
Only joking! We spent the day exploring the ruins in Olympia where they held the first Olympics from 776 BC to 393 AD. The site was also a place of worship dedicated to the Greek god Zeus from about the 10th century BC. So we woke this morning to quite a different view in theContinue reading “A Day at the Olympics”
I thought I was fearless
What fears have you overcome and how? I used to think I was fearless. Afraid of nothing. I was tough and could handle everything. Much bravado. But in my mid-30s reality struck home. I wasn’t fearless. I was fearful. Fearful of people, places, and things. I was afraid to have a voice. Afraid to speakContinue reading “I thought I was fearless”
Our Day Trip To Mykonos
What can I say about Mykonos it is a slice of paradise! From the beautiful aqua colors of the Aegean Sea to the lovely white buildings dotting the landscape, all gives a tranquil feeling that life is good! Today I woke up with this fabulous view from my balcony. Our visit on shore began withContinue reading “Our Day Trip To Mykonos”
What Brings Me Joy
Describe one simple thing you do that brings joy to your life. Hugging people. My husband. My daughter. My granddaughter. All my other children and grandchildren. My friends. A stranger. It’s such a simple act but it makes all the joy bubbles rise to the surface. The funny thing about this is that I neverContinue reading “What Brings Me Joy”
A Day In Santorini
I’m sitting on my balcony watching the tenders go back and forth, sipping coffee, and enjoying the lovely view. We are going to be in port until 9 tonight so no need to rush off with the crowds. Besides I’m thinking of staying a little later and maybe catching a sunset. This cruise has beenContinue reading “A Day In Santorini”
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