After departing the cruise ship in Naples, we joined a tour heading for Herculaneum. The bus drove past mountains.We were looking forward to seeing a prime example of a Roman city form the 1st century CE. History The Greeks created this community decades before the Common Era. … [Read more...]
Taormina- A Lovely Place With a Troubling History
Taormina is a favorite excursion for many cruise ship passengers. It is located on the east coast of the island of Sicily, Italy, about midway between Messina and Catania. While Taormina may be a lovely place to visit, its history is tarnished by the Inquisition. … [Read more...]
A Small Sampling of New York City Restaurants
Foodies are in heaven when they visit New York City restaurants. Not only is there an overabundance of options, but there's also no shortage of quality places to eat. The only catch is the price tag. Without a doubt, a patron will pay more in New York City than in most other … [Read more...]
Short Visit to New York City
If someone mentions New York City, my mind instantly creates a collage of images. Some of the icons are notable landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Times Square, and the Empire State Building while others are institutions such as various museums or the … [Read more...]
Coping with the Uncertainties of Life
Monday's terrorist bombing in Boston has left me shaken. I have uttered words of disbelief and cried when I listened to the victims stories. My heart goes out to all of the victims and their families. Their senseless pain and suffering is beyond comprehension. Although I am far … [Read more...]
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