Again, I want to celebrate my 2-month anniversary here. I could not have made a better decision in my life, ever! I think back to the 6-month resident Visa process, selling my condo, living like a vagabond while waiting for the Visa. I’ve done so much in 8 weeks here that I tried my best …
(Video at bottom of page)This is a special post for me as it marks two months that I have been here now. Like I said before, here in Lisbon, I still don’t know what I don’t know and everyday is better than the last. I am told that I have done and seen a lot …
(Video at bottom of page)Today, I stopped in Casa do Alentejo’. It's a historic palace that for 85 years has been a meeting place for people from Portugal’s historical province, Alentejo (além Tejo means beyond the Tagus), and to cultivate its unique culture. The beautiful 17th century architecture is stunning inside and out. It not …
(Video at bottom of page)Seeing this boxer train on the waterfront is the epitome of life. With the beauty of the River Tagus all around and Christ the King watching over from the southern shore, he trains for his profession with a passion that would lead to success in any forum. Words & Actions to live …
Exactly one block away from my pad, BPI Bank sponsored an outdoor art event called The Génesis Project. Our world has evolved for thousands of years, before being faced with the pace of modern life. Sebastião Salgado, through his Génesis project, seeks the origins of the world and the planet in which we live.The Foundation …
(Video at page bottom)Have you ever walked on art? Sometimes I feel like I'm walking in an artist's masterpiece that's hanging in a museum! Intricate design is everywhere! From the centuries old buildings to the well maintained cobblestone streets. Even the sidewalks and plazas have been painstakingly assembled with ornate detail. The best part? I …
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(Video at bottom of page)It was a gorgeous day and I was lucky enough to have a friend offer to give me a tour outside of Lisbon so we jumped in her car and took off! Portugal has such beauty! First we stopped at Praia do Guincho, (Guincho Beach), which was amazing! The sights, sounds …
Merry Christmas, everyone! Feliz Natal meus amigos! I made this video as my Christmas card to the world because I’m grateful for all the small things, big things and everything in between! And, I’m thinking of and missing my Mother and Father so much, as it’s their first Christmas in heaven together.Peace ~ Love ~ …
On my stroll through the labyrinth of cobblestone and store fronts, I found myself stepping into a local wine store, (imagine that). It was a very contemporary store with a super nice sales girl that twisted my arm until I agreed to sample some of the stock! I eventually gave in and sampled a most …
The beauty of all of this? I don’t know what I don’t know! Each day brings something new, each day brings a different smile, each day brings a different inspiration. Each day, the beauty of Lisbon draws it closer to my heart. The glow of one warm thought is to me worth more than money. …
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