away

The next couple of weeks will be spent travelling, I will be visiting with loved ones in Canada. Regular posting will resume the second week of December, to celebrate the first anniversary of our blog (11 December). The start of things with this blog correspond with our time in Europe, since it was our desire to share our experiences while in Slovakia, that formed the basis of what this blog would become. One year ago today we were anxiously preparing for our flight to Europe, which we boarded one year ago tomorrow. Amazing that an entire year has already passed, it was a soul enhancing experience, residing and travelling in parts of Europe for three months. Then adjusting to being back in North America and everything that happened this summer, it has been an incredible year. If interested you can revisit our time spent overseas by reading through the older blog entries posted between December 2006 and March 2007. Wishing our American friends and family a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday next week!!!
Enjoy the journey!!!!

afternoon stroll

Epiphytic plant (or air plant) captured in the afternoon glow - Austin, Texas - 14 November 2007

Listen to a terrific interview and fabulous music with a new to me pianist Anat Fort on Piano Jazz here.

The evening sky

The beauty above - 13 November 2007 - Austin, Texas

Trees are simply divine

Tree Roots -The Lower Rideau - Eastern Ontario, Canada - 2 November 2007

Scroll down to the 8 November 2007 post for a different view.

Northern Ontario

Parts North III, photograph taken by S.

This time last year, a visit with family in Northern Ontario was drawing to a close. As well as that, Scott and I were preparing to leave for Bratislava, Slovakia (where we would be residing for the next three months) the same week. Amazing how time flies.

Reflection

Morning reflections - The Lower Rideau - Ontario, Canada - 2 November 2007

Today's photo was captured the first morning of our holiday (one week ago), the water's surface was as smooth as glass and there was a calm and quiet that had a unique beauty to it. Geographic distance has ensured that we appreciate the time we spend with our loved ones that much more. S's parents always make us feel so welcome & loved when we stay with them and we couldn't be more grateful. I have been truly blessed marrying into such a terrific family. Although the time we have had to spend together is usually short, a cousin of ours has become a wonderful friend. She took a break from her university studies to visit with us while we were in Canada (thanks so much for making the time to spend with us). A dear friend and her adorable children dropped by to spend Sunday afternoon with us and what a treat it was! Let us hope that another three years doesn't have to go by before the next visit. We also enjoyed a visit with family friends which is always fun. They regaled us with tales of a cruise that never left port, South African homes invaded by baboons and a chance meeting with PGA tour members. It was a wonderful holiday. Hope the weekend is grand!

The shore of The Lower Rideau

The Lower Rideau - Heron Point Farm - Ontario, Canada - 2 November 2007

The holiday was a wonderful respite for both of us. We enjoyed the last of the Autumn weather, sunny blue skies most everyday we were away. A very low key holiday, highlights being the time spent with family and dear friends. We also made a visit to the beautiful Caintown church where we were married, five years ago (and what fantastic years they have been!). More about the visits tomorrow. Please find more photographs from our holiday uploaded to our flickr account (see link on right). Enjoy the journey!

They have yet to fall

Up above - Heron Point Farm - Ontario, Canada - 2 November 2007

We arrived safely back in Austin last night, after six days in Canada visiting family. More tomorrow. Enjoy the journey!