My friend, Baja Charlie, sent me his favorite childhood Christmas memory to share with my loyal readers. Below is his story: We all have me...
December 08, 2024
Naughty or Nice - Memories of Advent Season in Northern Germany
Up, out and away: Life, Travel and Adventure
December 08, 2024
As a youngster growing up in Northern Germany, the pre-Christmas time or the Advent season was so exciting. The word Advent stems from the ...
November 12, 2024
A Halloween Treat: Pumpkin Soup!
Up, out and away: Life, Travel and Adventure
November 12, 2024
Did you know that pumpkin is native to North America, or more specifically northeastern Mexico and the southern United States? It is one ...
Pouding Chômeur aka: Unemployment Cake!
Up, out and away: Life, Travel and Adventure
November 12, 2024
During a visit to Montreal, we had a big get-together with a group of Quebec friends. Our get-togethers were usually a big potluck. A me...
We Have a Lost Mommie! - Or - Teach Your Children Well
Up, out and away: Life, Travel and Adventure
November 12, 2024
Have you ever been at the park or in a store with your toddler, and then all of a sudden the little tyke vanished into thin air? Sure it h...
October 12, 2024
Growing up in Northern Germany, fall was always a beautiful and exciting time. I loved how the leaves changed their color, the chestnuts ...
Harvest Festival, Thanksgiving: To Stuff or Not to Stuff – That is the Question (for your Holiday Turkey or Bird)
Up, out and away: Life, Travel and Adventure
October 12, 2024
Depending on the country, climate, and crops grown, harvest festivals are celebrated around the world at different times of the year. It see...
