I am a vacationer! Mostly because Mr. D (my husband) has been bitten by the travel bug and can't seem to stop. Therefore, I go... usually.
We have a world map and have a colored pin at every place visited and every place planned to visit. I have my own colored pin and Mr. D has his own. He has traveled much more than me and I'm totally ok with that!
In fact, he plans the vacation itinerary, down to the last detail. And it includes running from place to place... from sun-up to sun-down. Our days are so packed that sometimes there is no time to eat. I'm usually exhausted at the end of each day. Sometimes our vacations are anything but relaxing!
Mr. D has an abundance of energy. I don't know where he gets it from! He is afraid he is not going to get to see something. Vacation to him is packing it all in! On a trip to France we went to 3 large Museums in one day. I didn't get much out of it.
Me, on the other hand, prefers something entirely different. The slow... take your time to enjoy the wonders of it all. Vacationing is...
Walking the beaches of Normandy, reflecting on the meaning of freedom.
Omaha Beach, Normandy
Climbing a lighthouse and imagining myself in a ship at sea... ever searching for that beacon of light in the still of night.
Ireland
Climbing to the top of a windmill and looking out at the vast rows of tulip fields stretching in every direction.
Holland
Cliffs of Moher, Ireland
Getting lost in a mystical garden of ferns, flowers, streams, hidden paths, and waterfalls.
Blarney Gardens, Ireland
Climbing a Castle and imagining myself as a princess in Medieval Times.
Blarney Castle, Ireland
Traveling back in history as I revisit places where my pioneer ancestors once lived.
Jonathan Browning Gunsmith Shop, Nauvoo, Ill
My 5 x great grandfather, Benjamin Freeman Bird, built the original house (on the right) and cabin in the back and traded it with Jonathan Browning, famous gunsmith, for land outside the city limits of Nauvoo.
Holland
Doc's Flat, Mantua - a few miles from my home. Isn't it beautiful!
Residents of the Floating Islands, Peru
Even in those busy, hectic days of vacationing, one thing is for certain... I've learned the world is filled with beautiful cultures, beautiful wonders, and beautiful people.
When vacation ends with Mr. D, that's when my vacation begins!
At Home. Relaxing in my garden.
When I get rested up... we're sure to be off on another adventure. Vacationing in a distant land, cruising the sea, or... if I ever get to do the planning we'll be exploring our own back yard!
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Carol, these photos are each and everyone a delight to the senses. You have seen some incredible things in your journeys.
ReplyDeleteNauvoo, Illinois? How have I never been there? My entire life I have been going to Illinois. I checked. It is 337.6 miles from me. And now it is on my bucket list as well!
May, you will love the beautiful historic town of Nauvoo. It is so rich in history, and faith. it is must visit in the summer time. At that time you will see live plays, be entertained with music from the era, and meet some really wonderful people. Please keep in touch. I'd like to hear about your visit there.
DeleteI was just showing that great photo of your family homestead to my husband. He said it reminds him of so many of the places in Ste. Genevieve, MO where his grandmother lived (and where we are headed tomorrow!). You have lit a fire in our hearts, Carol!
DeleteThere is nothing more wonderful and exciting as tracing your family roots and getting to know them on a personal level. Have fun on your trip and keep that fire burning. You will be bitten by the family history bug and never quit!
DeleteI'm with you! I like my vacations with a loose itinerary with lots of relaxing. Beautiful pictures.
ReplyDeleteI am envious of your travels and your photos are incredible! The best vacations for me is a mix of seeing things and some down time, like on a beach or in a pool.
ReplyDeleteWow! You have some really great experiences and memories. I can't wait for the day to have opportunity to travel like this. You truly live your life. That is awesome.
ReplyDeleteWow you have been to such beautiful places. Those photos are simply stunning! We only ever go camping which isn't bad at all but just once I'd love to explore -- different places of the world and cultures. It would be an adventure.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing yours!
Gorgeous pics!!! You're a lucky lady ;)
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ReplyDeleteStunning!!! I want to visit all of these places and see them in real life!
ReplyDeleteWow, you've visited some gorgeous places! I'm still hoping one day to get to see more of the world than just here in US.
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