2023-12-06 16:53
The waves were high as they are in Ecuador, on the Big Island of Hawaii, while we were there in December 2014.As I write here, the temperature is only 77F, 25C, but the humidity is 80%. To b… Read More
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Whether it’s the sighting of a pride of lions walking along the road in Kruger National Park in South Africa or the breathtaking view of the Taj Mahal in Agra, India, the experiences of our daily lives as world travelers often leaves our mouths agape with the sheer wonder of it all.
2023-12-05 16:58
Our photo was taken in December 2014, when our kids and grandkids came to visit us on the Big Island in Hawaii, at the observation point while Mount Kilauea was erupting. What an adventure!W… Read More
2023-12-04 17:07
Our dear friends, seated, Danie and Louise, and standing, Rita and Gerhard. We are looking forward to when we can all get together again.It’s incredible how a good night’s sleep… Read More
2023-12-03 14:43
This was Mont Blanc, a precious baby alpaca born before our eyes in New Plymouth, NZ, in 2016 while we lived on an alpaca farm. It is one of our favorite memories. Sadly, a few months later… Read More
2023-12-02 16:58
Sunsets don’t need an explanation.The power just came back on after two hours. The sun is shining today, and it’s a little less humid. The high will be 79F, 26C, a perfect… Read More
2023-12-01 16:56
This is one of our favorite photos while in India. We were touring and having dinner outdoors at the Khaas Bagh during our train tour on the Maharajas Express over a month before we ha… Read More
2023-11-30 20:01
We miss seeing bushbabies and hope to see them in the future. This one just finished a cup of yogurt we put out for the adorable creature.We can’t believe how quickly time is passing… Read More
2023-11-29 17:12
In 2013, Big Daddy kudu was standing at the railing of the Hornbill house.Yesterday, the power was out twice, once in the morning and another time just before we cooked dinner in the oven. T… Read More
2023-11-28 16:36
Warthog family. I miss them all.My laptop is getting worse each day. I’m hoping it will last until we arrive in Nevada on December 15, departing on the 14th, and we can get to the Cost… Read More
2023-11-27 17:27
Giraffes in the garden.Under normal circumstances, I don’t usually start counting down the days this early, before departure from a country, but I couldn’t help myself this time… Read More
2023-11-26 17:06
We love this photo, taken when we were at Chobe National Park in Botswana in 2022. This elephant illustrates how they use their trunks as snorkels. Aren’t they amazing?What a relief! W… Read More
2023-11-25 16:31
Lovely elephant mom and baby. What a sight to behold!We are still working on two vacation homes in two different states. It usually takes a few days to wrap up a rental, get questions answer… Read More
2023-11-24 15:51
A few days ago, my laptop screen became barely attached. I cannot close the lid and use the touch screen for scrolling. In the realm of things, it’s a minor inconvenience.We know one t… Read More
2023-11-23 16:30
May God’s ( or your higher power) light shine upon all of you on this day and always.First, Happy Thanksgiving to all of our family and friends in the US who are celebrating this parti… Read More
No Post Tomorrow…Heading To Manta For Doctor Appointment And Shopping…Easy Grocery App We Recommend…
2023-11-21 17:15
Gosh, we miss the bush.Based on the stops we have tomorrow, we won’t have time to do a post, especially when we’re leaving the house at 8:30 am, most likely not returning until t… Read More
2023-11-20 21:27
Tom was holding my bag and wine while I took this photo on the cruise to Norway in August.In my old life, I always dreaded Mondays. As a business owner for most of my career, I often left fo… Read More
2023-11-19 15:34
In August, the view was amazing as we sailed away on a Norway cruise.It’s time for an update on my weight loss. But first, let me tell you about Tom! Since we left Minnesota and he sto… Read More
2023-11-18 16:18
Rock formations in the Galapagos Islands.Over the past many weeks, we’ve received countless messages. After yesterday’s post here, in which we addressed our health issues, we rec… Read More
2023-11-17 16:27
A pelican in the Galapagos Islands, working on a fish.With only 51 days until we depart Ecuador to head to Tom’s pulmonology appointment in the suburbs of Chicago, time is flying by so… Read More
2023-11-16 15:09
Attractive cactus tree in the Galapagos Islands.Many travelers often mention that Ecuador has good medicalcare, especially when many expats settle in the country for that reason, along with… Read More
2023-11-15 14:21
Look at all these iguanas sharing space on these lava rocks in the Galapagos Islands!Sorry,, but yesterday was a hard day for me, and i didn’t upload a post. Here we go for today.
Unfo… Read More
2023-11-13 17:28
This is the little store located inside the gated community.Wherever we are in this house, even at night when the aircon is on in the bedroom, we can hear the sound of the surf. It reminds m… Read More
2023-11-12 17:35
On the few evenings when it hasn’t been cloudy, Tom has been able to take these sunset photos shown today.Yesterday, we received the following email from reader/friend Bob, whom I&rsqu&hell…Read More
2023-11-11 16:13
Here is the produce we purchased from Raphael last evening. The total cost was US $12.50. I don’t know if this is a good price or not, but since we are grateful to be able to buy these… Read More
2023-11-10 17:06
A seal swooning to the sky.We are doing ok. After over two weeks, we’re settled in and have created a comfortable routine, which provides us with a degree of familiarity and contentmen… Read More
2023-11-09 15:34
Once we arrived in Manta, there was considerable traffic.I continue to write about my heart problems to be transparent with our lives of world travel and also to share the path we’ve… Read More
2023-11-08 16:12
A pelican on the hunt for food. Notice the fish he’s already caught.Note: Sorry, there aren’t any new photos today. Here are a few from Galapagos, only weeks ago.
The weeks are s… Read More
2023-11-07 17:17
Red hibiscus are commonly found in this area.Louise wrote to me yesterday to share the sad news of the loss of Nyala Nina, Norman’s partner, and Noah and Natalie’s mother, had he… Read More
2023-11-06 15:06
The sun sets a few minutes after 6:00 pm. It doesn’t change daily, only based on the cloud cover since we are located at the Equator.We’re fortunate that the back of this oceanfr… Read More
2023-11-05 16:15
The watermelon was a little mushy and made it difficult to get all the seeds out. Tom ate the small seeds.For the first time in years, Tom wanted to eat watermelon. When Raphael stopped by w… Read More
2023-11-04 16:38
This is a Travelers Palm (Ravenala madagascariensis). We encountered a few of these in Mirador San Jose.Yesterday, when we drove to the little store, we drove around the neighborhood looking… Read More
2023-11-03 15:47
Tom, when we were in Florida about six months ago.Note: Sorry, but we don’t have new photos to share. It’s been raining, and we haven’t gone out.
In researching this area… Read More
2023-11-02 15:54
Some of the patrons at the table behind Tom warmly greeted us and chatted for a bit before the remainder of their group of eight arrived.Last evening, when we headed to Kokomo for the second… Read More
2023-11-01 16:03
Raphael, our new vegetable guy. We were thrilled to meet him and buy his fresh produce. Check out that smile!When we heard that a vegetable guy drives around the neighborhood every Tuesday… Read More
2023-10-31 16:07
View of the houses on the oceanfront in Mirador San Jose, Ecuador, one hour from Manta.It was 11 years ago today that we began this journey. It’s hard to believe so much time has passe… Read More
2023-10-30 16:15
Five black vultures drinking from the pool. Some stop by every day.The constant sound of the surf is calming. We’ve always loved being situated at an oceanfront holiday home. The sad… Read More
2023-10-29 17:11
This is Kokomo Restaurant in Mirador San Jose, which wasn’t open when we stopped by for dinner last night;Gee…sorry we’re been so negative lately. We always promised to &l&hell…Read More
2023-10-28 19:27
A hut on the beach on the way to Puerta Cayo.Today, we drove to Puerta Cayo to check out the town and the pharmacies. Here are the stats on this village:
Puerto Cayo, Manabí, Ecuador… Read More
2023-10-27 15:37
Look carefully at this photo of the gizzards and livers inside the two chickens. Notice the two chicken heads, one with eyes open. Oh, dear. We’d never made a chicken with heads and fe… Read More
2023-10-26 18:10
Boats tied up on the shoreline.Sorry, there was no post yesterday. I had run out of steam and simply couldn’t muster the energy to get it done by the time we returned from Manta. We ha… Read More
2023-10-25 21:24
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2023-10-24 22:50
The pool at Pikiera Hotel in Manta a quaint little cultural hotel owned by a most charming couple and their daughter, Crystal.Right now, as I write this, we have been sitting in the little r… Read More
2023-10-23 18:08
Blue-footed booby on a walk, although they are excellent flyers.Note: Our naturalist, Orlando, took today’s photos, which he sent me daily via WhatsApp. Thanks, Orlando!
Shockingly, I… Read More
2023-10-22 16:53
Giant tortoises at Isabela Island Breeding Center.Note: our naturalist, Orlando, took all of today’s photos, which he sent to me each day via WhatsApp. Thanks, Orlando, for thinking of… Read More
2023-10-21 15:10
A pair of iguanas sharing a little love.Note: our naturalist, Orlando, took all of today’s photos, which he sent to me each day via WhatsApp. Thanks, Orlando, for thinking of me!
In on… Read More
2023-10-20 19:53
Tom took one of my favorite photos: a pelican with a pouch filled with fish. The brown Galapagos pelican has a thick layer of skin located on the lower mandible and connected to the throat … Read More
2023-10-19 20:28
Charles Darwin.In yesterday’s post, we mentioned we’d be sharing information about Charles Darwin and his impact on The Galapagos Islands, emblazoned in the public’s minds… Read More
2023-10-18 20:09
In Hawaii, we saw blue-footed boobies, as well, but with darker blue feet.Galapagos Facts:
“Hunted as food by pirates, whalers, and traders from the 17th through the 19th centur… Read More
2023-10-17 21:42
Tom was sitting on a bench with all these massive iguanas in front of him. They didn’t seem to mind a bit.The 14 passengers on this boat, plus Tom, are having a fantastic time going to… Read More
2023-10-16 20:56
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A partial photo of a Galapagos Giant Tortoise.At about 7:50 last night, our boat took off for today’s tour of Isabela Island, the largest island in The Galapagos archipelago. The… Read More
2023-10-15 20:39
The skeleton of a washed ashore whale.Note: With this many photos today, the paragraph spacing is off and unable to be corrected. But, we thought the photos were more important than line and… Read More
2023-10-14 23:51
Those are some big shoes to fill.
Note; There are too many photos and insufficient time for writing captions on all of them. Going forward, we will make every effort to identify each… Read More
2023-10-13 16:30
There are many unique lizards on the islands we look forward to seeing. Not our photo.I am suffering from mild altitude sickness and am looking forward to flying to sea level tomorrow morni… Read More
2023-10-12 17:27
JW Marriott in Quito, Ecuador, is a beautiful and elegant hotel.The two flights were easy and uneventful. We barely ate the meal served on the second flight from Houston to Quito. That was… Read More
2023-10-11 15:12
Tom’s old friend Jerry, from his railroad days, stopped by to celebrate our departure, bearing gifts and good humor. Thanks, Jerry! How thoughtful you are!We’re packed and ready… Read More
2023-10-10 16:55
Ten years ago at Camp Olonana in the Maasai Mara in Kenya, we were unpacked with our equipment plugged in, anxious to write here to begin sharing the experience. With no Internet connection… Read More
2023-10-09 16:19
Heather and Greg at the Mexican restaurant last night in Chanhassen. We are so happy they are together and enjoying their loving relationship.Yep, in two days, we are leaving the US after ma… Read More
2023-10-08 15:54
Like all animals in the wild, this female lion is constantly looking for the next meal to feed her cubs. This photo is from ten years ago today, while on safari in the Maasai Mara, Kenya.In… Read More
2023-10-07 16:34
Tom, Tammy, and TJ had a great time at the cabin for two days, enjoying evening bonfires.I didn’t go up north with Tom, Tammy, and TJ, knowing it was important for Tom to spend quality… Read More
2023-10-06 17:37
Another one of our adorable, fun, and quirky grandchildren, Madighan.Last night was terrific with Madighan! Right away, we walked across the hotel’s parking lot to Pizza Luce, where we… Read More
2023-10-05 16:49
Grandson Miles, me, and my son Greg. We had a great time at the game.I didn’t hesitate for a moment when Greg called and asked me to go with him and Miles to the second baseball playof… Read More
2023-10-04 15:46
Tom’s railroad buddies, Jerry (left) and Steve.Tom had a great time seeing a few of his railroad buddies, all retired, spending a few hours together, sharing stories from long ago and… Read More
2023-10-03 15:32
Last night, grandson Vincent, daughter Tammy, and daughter-in-law Tracy joined us for dinner and trivia at Pizza Luce, walking distance from our hotel.Tom didn’t order dinner last nigh… Read More
2023-10-02 15:26
Tammy is on the left, with Tracy across from her. Next to Tracy is Dana. We don’t know the names of the others at the table. Tom had a great time at the sports bar!Yesterday was a busy… Read More
2023-10-01 15:18
Tom, sitting next to me. A little smile.Sorry about the less-than-ideal photos we’re posting today. From where I was seated, locked in place by other diners and family members, I did m… Read More
2023-09-30 15:57
After our pedicures, my dear friend Chere and I went to lunch at Jimmy’s Kitchen and Bar for a lovely breakfast of ground ribeye, topped with sauteed mushrooms and onions along with a… Read More
2023-09-29 14:54
Yesterday’s lunch at Champps with my dear friend and former business partner, Theresa, a successful real estate agent, was delightful. We could have chatted all day long. What a treat… Read More
2023-09-28 15:36
Remembering Norman and his young son Noah from two years ago before Noah started to change to look like Norman. Now, he is full-grown and looks like his dad.Before too long, Tom will drop me… Read More
2023-09-27 17:06
TJ got tickets to the Minnesota Twins game for him and Tom. The tickets included all the food you can eat. Tom ate two hotdogs, one hamburger, fried chicken, popcorn, salted-in-the-shell pea… Read More
2023-09-26 16:30
It was great to see Kevin and Kristi again in Minnesota. We saw them about four months ago in Florida. They are here for the summer, returning to Florida before winter.I was so busy taking p… Read More
2023-09-25 18:07
The leaves are starting to change in Minnesota.For some odd reason, it seems every time we come to the US, we have problems with our site. There is no reason this should happen since our sit… Read More
2023-09-25 18:07
The leaves are beginning to change in Minnesota during the impendng fall season.For some odd reason, it seems every time we come to the US, we have problems with our site. There is no reason… Read More
2023-09-24 15:12
Sue, our dear friend who lived down the road with me, Sue’s daughter, and dear old friend Sherry. Sadly, although he was present, her husband, Michael, wasn’t in the photos. Sorr… Read More
2023-09-23 15:25
Billy’s Bar & Grill, where a group of Tom’s family members meet every Friday at 3:30 for happy hour drinks and dinner.I forgot to take photos last evening when we went to Bil… Read More
2023-09-22 17:19
Mark, Sandy, Tom, Micheal, Connie, and Nina sat around the outdoor table on the veranda of Connie’s Lake Minnetonka home.Yesterday was the one-year anniversary of our dear friend Jeff… Read More
2023-09-21 17:15
Tomorrow, we’ll be busy listing Tom’s railroad memorabilia online for sale, including about 12 of these commemorative plates.Last night, our plans with Madighan were dashed due t… Read More
2023-09-20 17:06
Tom was checking out this 1966 Oldsmobile 442 convertible. I have no idea how he can identify many old cars.Yesterday afternoon, my dear friend Chere stopped by the hotel while we sat in the… Read More
2023-09-19 16:35
I was sandwiched in and wasn’t able to get a good angle for a photo of everyone, nor was anyone prepared for a photo. I left out sister Margi and brother-in-law Eugene. But more will f… Read More
2023-09-18 15:25
Tom and grandson Vincent at the skeet shooting range.We had a great evening with our grandson Vincent, 17, when we picked him up in Crystal and drove to a skeet shooting range in Blaine, abo… Read More
2023-09-17 16:08
Here’s a map of the route of our flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Quito (UIO), not that far away compared to many of our other flights over the years.We waited to book our flight to Qu… Read More
2023-09-16 16:26
You know me and food photos! Tom’s taco salad yesterday at lunch with Pat and Charlie. I had the taco salad without the shell.OK. I screwed up again. I forgot to take a photo of our fr… Read More
2023-09-15 15:13
The Vikings lost last night for the second time in the regular season. Our sons are big fans of the Vikings and were sorely disappointed, as was Tom.Yesterday, we took Tom to urgent care for… Read More
2023-09-14 18:05
My sweet granddaughter, Maisie, is heading to school in Wisconsin. Last night was a special time for us to get together before she had to leave today. We had a fantastic time.When we knew we… Read More
2023-09-13 15:57
It was interesting to see the glaciers in Greenland.If you didn’t have a chance to view our upcoming booking beginning on October 24, 2023, through January 8, 2024, please click the li… Read More
2023-09-12 20:39
Tom and our dear friend, Sue.This morning at 10:00 am, we drove a short distance to Friendship Village, a retirement community in Bloomington, Minnesota, to visit our dear long-term friend S… Read More
2023-09-11 17:26
The entertainment at the venue in Tromso was undoubtedly a great representation of Norwegian customs.I thought I was done with all the Norway cruise photos, but when I encountered the above… Read More
2023-09-10 18:55
Our last view of the pool at the Green Valley Ranch Spa Casino Resort.
With today’s busy schedule, I wrote the text for the post while flying from Las Vegas to Minneapolis. Ther… Read More
2023-09-09 18:35
This photo of our booked house in Ecuador is the only one we’re posting today. With limited time today, since we’re leaving soon, we didn’t have adequate time for the entir… Read More
Day 9…Henderson, Nevada.. Posting Photos From “White Night” On Azamara Journey…One Day And Counting…
2023-09-08 20:36
We won’t post more photos from our Norway cruise going forward other than today’s posting from the fabulous “White Night” aboard Azamara Journey, as shown on this po… Read More
2023-09-07 16:56
Not our photo, but what a great shot of the Northern Lights in Norway in the winter when they can be seen.Yesterday afternoon, we watched another movie at the movie theatre in the resort, on… Read More
2023-09-07 16:53
View of Trondheim from the ship. Lovely scenery. The city has a population of over 182,000.Note; Under the weather that day, we didn’t get off the ship, and thus, there are few photos… Read More
2023-09-06 20:35
Trolls are famous in Norway. What Are Trolls from Norse Mythology? Norwegian trolls are believed to be mythical creatures that live in isolated rocks or caves. They are believed to live alon… Read More
2023-09-06 20:34
Yes, reindeer are real animals found in Norway.Statue in Tromso.It was a Sunday, and the streets were quiet.This little train-like vehicle is a tourist attraction…This was a governmen… Read More
2023-09-05 22:57
The Venetian Las Vegas.Yesterday afternoon, we stopped at a liquor store for wine and beer on the way to Richard’s home for dinner. I found a low-carb, low-alcohol wine for me and a bo… Read More
2023-09-05 22:51
The scenery couldn’t have been more beautiful.Here’s the post we wrote on the day we arrived in Svolvaer, Norway: https://worldwidewaftage.com/day-8-norway-cruise-svolaer-norway/… Read More
2023-09-04 19:22
Last evening, while at the Green Valley Ranch Spa Resort and Casino with our dear friends Rita and Gerhard, who flew from Washington to join us for dinner, returning a few hours later. What… Read More
2023-09-04 19:11
Down a quiet street in Stavanger…A histoirc museum in Stavanger.The port of Stavanger.Boardwalk in Stavanger.The historic Stavanger Church.Reindeer pelts and boots for sale on the str… Read More
2023-09-03 17:46
We don’t gamble and haven’t since we began our world travels. Why waste money we’d rather spend on quality of life as we scour the globe? This is one of several areas of sl… Read More
2023-09-03 17:45
As you can see, there isn’t much of a population in Ollden, Norway, with only 479 residents.Following are the photos of our visit to Olden, Norway. Captions are added when possible.
To… Read More
2023-09-02 19:15
My fabulous egg white omelet with chicken and cheese, cooked in butter, not oil, plus guacamole and salsa, is a delightful breakfast, keeping me full all day.We continue to enjoy having a fa… Read More
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