Sedona, a Spiritual Sanctuary

I’m not certain if I was more exited to visit the Grand Canyon National Park or to stop in the colorful town of Sedona on…

Hiking the Blackhand Gorge Trail

I absolutely love hiking Ohio and the Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve in Columbus is a perfect way to experience nature throughout the year. Located…

Things to Do in Ohio in the Month of October

October 1st:  Explore Medieval Life at the Ohio Renaissance Festival October 2nd:  Stroll downtown Dublin, Ohio in the fall October 3rd:  Stop by Sam and…

St. James Parish, the Oldest Church in Barbados

On our cruise stop visit to Barbados, my friend Dave negotiated a great deal with the taxi driver and guide, to take us through the…

Mykonos, Greece: Whitewashed and Wild

Jacquelyn Kennedy Onassis put Mykonos on the map when she vacationed here in the 1960s (imagine big black sunglasses, miniskirts and go-go boots).  A popular…

Evidence of Pontius Pilate at Caesarea Maritima

Greeted by a gentle breeze, beautiful clear skies and a deep blue Mediterranean, I could not wait to explore one of Israel’s most fascinating archaeological…

As the Cock Crows in Jerusalem

A steep hill led down towards the entrance of Saint Peter in Gallicantu when we heard the mysterious muffled crow of a rooster. Although we…

Hyrax and Meerkat Sanctuary, Na’ankuse, Namibia

We had just returned from feeding the lions when we were offered the opportunity to spend time at the Na’ankuse Foundation Wildlife Sanctuary.  Currently they…

Our Behind the Scenes Tour of N/a’ankuse Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

Each of us slept soundly after a long day of travel to N/a’ankuse Animal Rescue & Sanctuary.  Waking up early, I grabbed my sweatshirt and…

Cana and the Miracle of Turning Water into Wine

Cana is best known as the town where Jesus performed his first miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding feast (John 2:1 – 11). …