The North Face of the Eiger
I can’t stop posting pictures of Grindelwald the day after a major snowfall. The landscape is changes dramatically and is actually hard to capture with a camera. The naked eye just does a better job.
After the snow storm in Grindelwald
Grindelwald, Switzerland: On Christmas Eve there was a warm, gale force wind that was really unusual for this part of the world. It blew away or melted the snow so that the place looked like it was late spring. A disaster for a ski resort….
The Alps from the Schilthorn
Here is the view spoken of in the previous post. This the starting point for the ski run that is made famous by James Bond. You can never get tired of this.
Skiing down the Schilthorn
Skiing has to be one of the most magnificent sports in the world. In the Alps of Switzerland it combines exhilaration, as is evident in this picture take just be Christmas right at the top of the Schilthorn, and beauty. The mountain scenery is spectacular…
Brantôme, France
Thanksgiving is such a great time, especially when your kids grow up and leave home. They come back for Thanksgiving and it is such a blessing. My 2 sons are back in town from college, one on the West Coast and one on the East…
Ringling Bridge to Longboat Key
This is the well-known bridge in Sarasota. It connects the mainland to the barrier island, Longboat Key. Once you get across this bridge you come to St Armands Circle which is a trendy area with upmarket boutiques and restaurants. Pretty cool place. There are so…
Art and Sarasota
Walk around the historic section of Sarasota and you will soon see that this city appreciates the arts. Theaters, opera houses, art galleries, beautiful architecture and natural beauty all abound in this city. This is a great mural in Burns Square.
Burns Square in Sarasota
I have been talking about how great this little town is. I am staying in the old, historic section and you have these amazing little squares to enjoy. The arts and culture around here are wonderful. And of course, some of the best beaches in…
Sunset in Sarasota
Sometimes you have to travel for less than ideal reasons. I am currently in Sarasota for medical treatment. I am renting a small place near the harbor. The place is so small it really makes we want to get out. Also, I am trying to…
Fall in the Smokies
It is amazing how quickly the leaves can turn. I went up to the Smokies just over a week ago when I got back from Indonesia. But the leaves were really disappointing. Then on Thursday I was in a meeting with a colleague and I…