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The Inspiration of Still We Rise

May 2, 2020 by Patti 16 Comments

Still We Rise. It should come as no surprise that I am an avid reader. My problem is when I start a good book, I have a tendency to tune out the world until said book is completed. I did just that with the international bestseller, Maude. I started reading and didn’t put it down until it was finished. On occasion, I’ve written a book review or two which I’ve shared here with our readers. My Life in France and Grandma Gatewood’s Walk are two such books. Please tell me you’ve read both. For that matter, please tell me you’ve read, Maude.

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Camino de Santiago, Interviews, Travel Abroad

The Camino, A Toddler, & The Yellow Envelope

June 20, 2018 by Patti 6 Comments
The Yellow Envelope

I went looking for a feel good story to write and here’s why I’m writing about The Camino, A Toddler & The Yellow Envelope.  Not your average post title, right?  But there’s a definite story behind the words.

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Interviews, Portugal, Reviews, Travel Abroad, Travel Tips

Meet the Porto Locals: Nuno from Casa Natal

April 7, 2018 by Patti 6 Comments
Casa Natal

The first time we entered Casa Natal, I could hardly contain my enthusiasm.  Of course, not wanting to embarrass myself I kept my glee in check, but oh… in my head a party was going on.

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Meet the Porto Locals: Andreia at Sogevinus

March 18, 2018 by Patti 12 Comments
Sogevinus

Our relationship with the City of Porto began in 2010 when Abi and our son took a Port wine – vinho do Porto – tour of the Douro Valley and it’s when they first met Andreia and were introduced to the Kopke Port Cellar.

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Porto Locals: Jorge from Garrafeira do Carmo

March 1, 2018 by Patti 12 Comments
Garrafeira do Carmo

This is a tale of how we fell under the charms of the City of Porto, and how we found our way to one of the best wine shops in Porto, Garrafeira do Carmo.

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Camino de Santiago, Interviews, Random Thoughts, Travel Abroad, Travel Tips

The Best Laid Plans & the Plan B’s

January 3, 2017 by Patti 23 Comments
Plan B

I’ve always embraced the belief that life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.  A well-known phrase quoted by many, but a guiding force in my life.

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The Yellow Envelope Project

December 4, 2016 by Patti 22 Comments

It’s just a little yellow envelope, maybe 2″ x 3″ with a little red heart sticker to seal the deal.  But, the message inside…

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Their First Dose of Travel in the US

January 10, 2016 by Patti 11 Comments

I first introduced you to Amy and Andrew just shy of 3 years ago, February, 2013.  They were gearing up to take off to travel the world indefinitely.  Honestly, I don’t even remember how I first came upon their blog, Our Big Fat Travel Adventure, but I did and there was just something about the two of them that touched my heart.  Fast forward to December 2015 and our paths happily crossed in Washington, D.C.  It really is a small world.

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Hiking the Tahoe Rim Trail

September 2, 2015 by Patti 6 Comments

If you’ve been fortunate enough to visit Lake Tahoe, you know of what I speak when I say it can’t be summed up with a few unworthy descriptors.  Sitting majestically in the Sierra Mountains, Lake Tahoe is simply stunning with the bluest – and coldest – water you can imagine.

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Lessons From the Camino de Santiago

November 7, 2014 by Patti 16 Comments

I don’t know why walking the Camino de Santiago has such a hold on me, but it surely does.  I learned of the Camino through my blogging community and then Abi and I had the opportunity to see the documentary, “Walking the Camino, Six Ways to Santiago” and I left the theater completely inspired and fully committed to walking. I mean, if a young woman can push her 3-year-old son in a stroller across the country of Spain, then surely, I can make the walk.

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