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Korea’s DMZ Part I
The Korean Demilitarized Zone heavily militarized strip of land running across the Korean Peninsula near the 38th parallel. The demilitarized zone (DMZ) is a barrier that divides the peninsula in half. It was established to serve as a buffer zone between the countries of North Korea and South Korea under … Continue reading
Sunset Blues
I thought this sunset was so pretty. Every shade of blue. Wow, I didn’t mean to be gone so long. I had to have knee surgery, which took a longer recovery period than I thought. I’m fine now. I’m actually … Continue reading
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Hardangerfjord
It’s been a few years, but I’m pretty sure this is the Hardangerfjord. We made a stop to see this church and a graveyard. It’s pretty stark. The pews don’t even have backs. The graveyard. I thought this one was … Continue reading
That Time a Fish Photobombed Me
While looking through photos the other night, I came across this shot of the San Diego skyline and did a double take. What on earth was that fish doing in my photo? I was oblivious to the fact that someone … Continue reading
The Sognefjord
I was really excited to see the Sognefjord area because my paternal grandmother came from there. It must have been really hard to leave such a beautiful place. Those tiny figures to the left of the boathouses? Those are people. … Continue reading
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A Little More Flåm
More boathouses with a sailboat. I’m guessing that’s a hotel? I love those trees! We took a train to see this waterfall called Kjosfosson. It’s 305 feet from top to bottom and only accessible by train. It was very chilly … Continue reading
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Hardangerfjord
Just one photo today. I believe this is the Hardangerfjord area. Look closely and you’ll see tiny houses. I love the way the greenery is reflected in the water. Great weekend, everyone! {carole}
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A Little More Geirangerfjord
Houses overlooking the Geirangerfjord. Remember, white is a status symbol. I imagine these houses are pretty expensive. This house is kind of built into the rocky hillside. If you look closely you can see the bluish-green water under that add-on. … Continue reading
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Geirangerfjord
I’ve wanted to see the Geirangerfjord for years and it didn’t disappoint. The only problem was photographing all of it. You really have to see it in person to take in all of the grandeur. We had to take these … Continue reading
Little Boathouses in Flåm, Norway
I love these little boathouses in Flåm. We took a train there and got to see the Sognefjord, which is where my Norwegian grandmother was from. Great weekend, everyone! {carole}
Pearls & Prose 