Category Archives: adventures

Random Remembrances – What No One Tells You About Expat Life

Posted on May 15, 2026 by Janette

Living and working 10,000 miles away from home, literally halfway around the world, is not something most people adjust to overnight, if they ever fully do. Living abroad is vastly different from simply visiting on vacation. Instead of booking flights, … Continue reading →

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Random Remembrances – Spoiled by the Costs!

Posted on May 1, 2026 by Janette

No matter where you travel, costs are relative to your location. Still, it’s only natural to compare what you would pay for a product or service in your home country to what it costs somewhere new – especially while living … Continue reading →

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Random Remembrances

Posted on March 15, 2026 by Janette

A look back on ten years since returning home It’s hard to think back to the time when I returned home. Ten years seems like such a long time ago. I suppose it’s not surprising that after all this time, … Continue reading →

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Side Quests in Portugal

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Janette

While anyone would be happy spending time in Lisbon or Porto, as both cities have so much to offer, Portugal shines when you venture beyond the major cities into smaller towns. During my vacation, I planned two side quests to … Continue reading →

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Porto: The Charms of Invicta

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Janette

Traveling north to Porto offered a chance to experience another major city with a distinct character and culture. Known as Invicta, or the “undefeated city,” Porto immediately feelt timeless. It’s historic architecture dominates the landscape, and while ongoing restoration was … Continue reading →

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Landing in Lisbon

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Janette

From the moment I landed, Lisbon felt like a city layered with stories. Portugal itself is remarkable, boasting the oldest defined borders in Europe, deep historical ties to the Knights Templar, and a culture shaped by centuries of exploration. It’s … Continue reading →

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Do I Have a Pumpkin Problem?

Posted on November 24, 2025 by Janette

Let me first acknowledge that I do not work under “extreme decorating” principles. However, I do love pumpkin decorations, of all types, during the Fall. Although I appreciate all pumpkin decorations, I am partial to glasswork. Living in the Northeast … Continue reading →

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Haulin’ in Hawley

Posted on November 16, 2025 by Janette

Set inside the gorgeous Pocono Mountain region of Pennsylvania is the small town of Hawley. You may ask, why you should have this town on your day-trip radar. My answer? Experiencing the Pennsylvania Rail Bike adventure! Located at the Hawley … Continue reading →

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New, New York Experiences

Posted on October 19, 2025 by Janette

I’ve been to NYC many times over the years, yet the city never fails to reveal something new. On my latest trip, I checked two long-awaited stops off my list: the New York Public Library at Bryant Park and the … Continue reading →

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A New York Tradition

Posted on October 10, 2025 by Janette

In the late 1920s, a Russian refugee connected with restaurant owner Vincent Sardi in New York. The refugee had no job and no money. However, he had something to offer in exchange for a free meal…his artistic ability. Alex Gard … Continue reading →

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