Going on a cruise can be an adjustment to really independent travelers. You have your set time for meals and activities planned for you throughout the day. There’s no sleeping in. I mean I guess you could, but my approach to Europe is ‘SIEZE THE DAY’. Get up and explore. That being said, I never …
Gratitude challenge – Being Kind
By Merry Mary Yesterday in a meeting at my church, the preacher brought up the importance of being kind and not being unkind. Today’s challenge requires a partner because I’m going to have you practice being kind to each other. For Round 1, you will be the complimenter and your partner will be the receiver. All you have …
Dutch Delight – Amsterdam
By Merry Mary I recently took a Uniworld River Cruise throughout The Netherlands called Dutch Delight. I had a wonderful time and thought I’d share a bit of the adventure. I was flying out on a Sunday from Atlanta — scheduled to arrive in the morning at Schiphol (Amsterdam). For future flights where I’m flying to join a …
Gratitude challenge – cloudy days
By Merry Mary Sometimes cloudy days negatively impact my mood. As Karen Carpenter beautifully sang ‘Rainy days and Mondays always get me down.’ Which means it is time to find a way to be grateful for the clouds. Here goes! Clouds cool off the temperature dramatically, which is MUCH appreciated in the hot summer time. Clouds produce wonderfully …