Parallel by Claudia Lefeve. Great read, I will be getting the next book, Paradox, in the Travelers series! A unique plot that makes for a real page turner – although would love to see it as a movie as well!
Parallel by Claudia Lefeve
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Pennies from a Heav’n by Marvin Josaitis
Pennies from a Heav’n by Marvin Josaitis. This book is sure to be a treasure to his family and friends. I think all families should write a history to pass on to the next generation. This is a great example of such a book. I like the meaning behind the title too!
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Living in the Neighborhood by Aaron Smith
Aaron Smith is a Missionary in the Philippines, he is in part sponsored by my church. He wrote this awesome book about life as an Incarcerational Minister to the Urban Poor. I recently read it and I highly recommend it. It is on Amazon! “Living in the Neighborhood” by T. Aaron Smith.
Sweet Evil by Wendy Higgins
Just finished a great book by a friend from church. Great read for your imagination – fallen angels, forbidden love, full of exciting twists and turns! Anna, the good girl next door, meets Kaidan, the boy your daddy told you to stay away from. Oh the lure of sin and those from the heavens and hell that influence our nature! A great read!
Escape Route for Delayed Flight
As a seasoned traveler I, Jan, have experienced many types of travel. I know when I first started with various forms of travel it was often difficult to find recommendations and suggestions. So I decided to share some tips of the traveler here on my first blog! Feel free to post comments and enjoy the travel in the minds eye!
Tip One – Sometimes you have to act fast. This photo was taken of me on a trip back from Ireland. Our flight arrived back in to Newark, NJ to find a major snow storm and many flights cancelled. Our flight into Washington Regan Airport was delayed and then cancelled. I had flow through Newark before and remembered the train. Living outside of DC I knew we could get to Union Station in DC and take the Metro Subway back to Washington Regan Airport . There were about 30 of us in the group. I checked departures for trains on my phone and offered the option but said we have to go right now. Of the thirty only four others agreed to try the rest said they would wait. The five of us arrived back in DC for $67 each about four hours later. I totally enjoyed the ride on Amtrak reading my book and relaxing.
Due to the air traffic back ups from the storms some of our friends were in NJ for two nights! That was two nights of hotels, food, cab and other expenses, one friend said it cost her $500, to make the flight when it was finally rescheduled. Another friend stayed in the airport for twenty-four hours! Meanwhile the five of us were back home! So remember think options and act fast!
The Orphan Master’s Son by Adam Johnson
The Orphan Master’s Son by Adam Johnson was a wonderful novel that has been awarded the prestigious Pulitzer Prize. From the first word on the book jacket I was engrossed I this amazing novel. It gives a glimpse into life in North Korea. There are plot twist ad turns that I refuse to in anyway spoil for the reader. I am not generally a fan of historical works, so the idea of a novel that allows you to peek into a closed country intrigued me. I hope you will consider this wonderful woven suspenseful novel that has some harsh truths and lessons. It has a flavor for those that like various genres. It has some military, tales from the sea, every day life in North Korea, and a little love story of sorts. I really can not classify this book as any specific genre but it is certainly imaginative and gives one pause to imagine life in other countries. It is truly a fascinating and remarkable read. Enjoy!
Ireland
As a seasoned traveler I, Jan, have exp
erienced many types of travel. I know when I first started with various forms of travel it was often difficult to find recommendations and suggestions. So I decided to share some tips of the traveler here on my blog! Feel free to post comments and enjoy the travel in the minds eye!
First up IRELAND:
Wow, talk about Green! I always heard how green Ireland is but the shades of green are spectacular and varied! A recent visit to Ireland to Ireland included Kilkenny, Killarney and Kinsale. Ireland is rather shaped like a plate in that it is flat in the center and mountains surround the edges. Farming in the number one industry and the green pastures offer constant proof. Approximately 10% of the population is employed in farming. There is a current population of 4.6 million people, 8 million sheep and 6 million cattle.
Ireland is made up of Northern Ireland and The Republic of Ireland in the south. My recent visit was to The Republic of Ireland. Northern Ireland is part of Great Britain and in The Republic of Ireland where I was it is a sovereign nation of The Republic of Ireland. The monetary system is the Euro. One of the reasons that it was so easy to travel around Ireland is the vast majority of Ireland speaks English as their primary language.Folks always ask about the weather – There is a saying, “Don’t come to Ireland for the weather – it rains in all four seasons!” I found several t-shirts that commented on the weather – most involved rain. I found Ireland to be very pleasant mild and as expected occasional mist more than rain. After all, to be so green there must be some rain. There was also some mist, rain and sunshine. Historically it is 40 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter and 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer. The weather can change quickly turning from mist to rain followed by bright sunshine and back to rain all in a day. The weather is due to the effects of the gulf stream on the island and as with most islands the weather changes quickly. I was there in October and found it to be quite lovely and wore a sweater most evenings and some days.When traveling from the US stay awake the day you arrive and try to go to bed at 9 PM or later local time to help your body adjust. Just plan some light sight-seeing that first day and enjoy some of the tea and scones during your breaks, a personal favorite of mine!More to come on specific towns visited and general travel tips for Ireland.
Travel and Adventure
I had my first transcontinental adventure when I was six months old. Sometime on that flight from the US to Africa the travel bug bit. I have never gotten over that initial bite. I continue to be drawn to travel in all forms. I love experiencing the people in all cultures in any manner of places. The smells of foreign spices, the taste of unfamiliar foods, and the laughter around the world are just part of what draws me to travel. I feel very blessed to live in a country that enables me to experience the world right here at home too.
There are so many wonderful places in this country, the good ole United States of America. Here I too experience God’s wonder on this planet called earth. I was amazed in Yellowstone by how much it looked like what I imagined the surface of another planet. Driving up the steep Rocky Mountains in Colorado to the Eagles Nest I felt like I was entering a painting. Hiking in the bad lands of North and South Dakota I discovered how different the two areas were.
Don’t get me wrong, my travel adventures continue to explore the world. From the beautiful ocean in the Caribbean, to breath taking mountain vistas in the Alps I am amazed at the wonder of our planet. We have so much to enjoy and I continue to be in awe examining the simple question, “God how did you think of that one?” I recently wondered just how many shades of green there are while traveling in Ireland.
I like to read about travel. For me the anticipation and research to plan a trip is all part of the adventure. This blog helps me continue the adventure and “unpack” all I have seen. I hope you enjoy the trip here!
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