I have the desire to see things. This desire grows larger in me every day. Some days it is so big that I can think of nothing else. I want to see buildings, I want to see people, I want to see rivers and lakes, I want to see everything. My desire to travel has … Continue reading I Want to Travel
Tag: Travel
Breaking Through Barriers
"Nothing in this world is without terrible barriers-- Except love, but only when it begins." -Faiz Ahmed Faiz, Pakistan (1911-1984) This photo is looking into the Basílica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família (Basilica and Expiatory Church of the Holy Family) in Barcelona in 2003. In 2003, this was considered a cathedral, … Continue reading Breaking Through Barriers
A Castle in Carcassonne
This a castle in Carcassonne, a fortified town in France. I visited here about 10 years ago on a ten-day school trip to Spain, France and Germany. Due to train employees being on strike, we were forced to take a long bus ride from Paris to Barcelona. Fortunately, we were able to stop here … Continue reading A Castle in Carcassonne
To Those Who Travel and Wander
On Foot I Wandered Through the Solar Systems On foot I wandered through the solar systems, before I found the first thread of my red dress. Already I have a sense of myself. Somewhere in space my heart hangs, emitting sparks, shaking the air, to other immeasurable hearts. -Edith Sodergran (Finland, 1892-1923) I'm hoping that when … Continue reading To Those Who Travel and Wander
The Sunny Dream of Lisbon
"How I Fell for Lisbon"- New York Times article Lisbon has been described as the sunniest city in Europe. This is why I am considering Lisbon as a destination, especially if I start out my travels in the middle of winter. Lisbon is a beautiful city (from what I've seen in pictures) and has a … Continue reading The Sunny Dream of Lisbon
Tripping and Trekking 