Budapest Christmas Market & Fair

Budapest Christmas Market & Fair

I’m making my way through a bit of Europe, visiting cities and exploring the Christmas markets along the way. In between cities, I’m on board a Viking River Boat, which is lovely. My first stop was Budapest, Hungary where I was able to squeeze in two...
Budapest, Hungary on a Viking River Cruise

Budapest, Hungary on a Viking River Cruise

As I write this, I’m floating down the Danube River out of Budapest, Hungary. I’m aboard what I’d describe as a delightful little hotel on the water with the loveliest attentive service, also known as a Viking River Boat. There are approximately 190...
The Library in the Woods

The Library in the Woods

We wound our way through the tamarack, maple, birch, cedar and pine of North Idaho, where the fog filtered the light of the morning, creating a dream-like drive. Cool, crisp and misty. The road turned to dirt and the trees softly opened up to a clearing where a tiny...
GreenBluff Pumpkin Harvest

GreenBluff Pumpkin Harvest

It’s pumpkin harvest time here on GreenBluff and things are chugging along. I love to watch the steady flow of farmhands buzzing about on our property and beyond as they gather pumpkins for everyone to enjoy. Pumpkins have the pleasure of bringing a smile to...
Spokane’s Magic Lantern Theater

Spokane’s Magic Lantern Theater

We in Spokane are so lucky to have an independent movie theater – The Magic Lantern. This two screen theater has a long history in Spokane, has relocated several times, opened and closed, and through it all, has always offered a great selection of independent...