Category Archives: Travel

  When you see Versailles, it helps you understand why the queen lost her head, even if she was unfairly blamed for the extravagance.  I read somewhere that an estimated 10% of all French wealth was used in its construction.  … Continue reading →

  Well, it’s raining and cold.  Again.  So I’m doing museums again today, using the Museum Pass.  I paid about $50 for it and am determined to make it work for me, but at this point I’ll be happy just … Continue reading →

  Notre Dame is one of those landmark buildings that is so big you can’t really capture it on camera, especially if all you’ve invested in photography is in your phone.  Still, I try to shoot some good pics, to … Continue reading →