Punky, Today you are 7 years old, and I can’t believe it! I remember the day you were born like it was only yesterday. I was just telling Uncle James that when you were born I could feel my heart…
Happy Birthday, Deanna!
Today is my best friend’s 30th birthday. We have been best friends for 20 years now– (wow, that makes us sound old). Anyway, Banana (one of Deanna’s many nicknames) I’m sorry I couldn’t be there for your big 20-10. Because…
Jeju Island, Part 2
Hallim Park Hallim Park has a little bit of everything Jeju. The park was established as a tropical garden in 1971 and has grown since to include stone and bonsai gardens, lotus gardens, flower gardens, two lava tube caves, and…
Jeju Island, Part 1
Arriving in Jeju Jeju Island is located off the southern coast of South Korea. It’s known as the “Hawaii of Korea” because of its volcanic formation and natural beauty. Jeju is the most popular honeymoon destination for Koreans. We caught…
Kyoto, Part 2
Yamazaki-ya Ryokan We stayed at Yamazaki-Ya for our last two nights in Kyoto. It was a beautiful Ryokan tucked away in the hills of northwestern Kyoto. We were surrounded by traditional Japanese gardens and a stream right outside our window.…