Two Days Cycling on Marie Galante, Guadeloupe
The Guadeloupe island of Marie Galante is a gorgeous, calm, place for a couple of days of cycling.
Tema Frank
Historical Fiction & Business Author, World Traveler & Speaker
Tema Frank
Historical Fiction & Business Author, World Traveler & Speaker
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Is Democracy in Danger? (& 2 book reviews)
If you've grown up in a country like Canada it can be hard to imagine that democracies like ours can fall. Historical fiction helps bring the risks to light. Includes book reviews of "A Long Petal of the Sea" and "It Can't Happen Here".
Is the World as Dangerous as the News Makes it Seem?
Am I being naïve in ignoring the disturbances going on in parts of the island?
Settling in to Island Life
Adjusting to a new location can be difficult, even when it is in a warm island paradise.
Paris in the Time of Covid
Paris art and fashion. January + Covid = surprisingly uncrowded streets.
Granada and the Jews
The Jews have had a complicated history with this once predominantly Jewish city in Spain.
Holidays versus Life: A Novice Retiree’s Perspective
The sun, surf and Sangria lifestyle you fantasized about pre-retirement may not be what you want once you do retire. Give yourself time and flexibility.
Life in Malaga, Spain
Creative parking is one of the things I've noticed in Malaga, Spain. This post lists a few others too.
The 1st Week in a New Home Base
Our first few days in Malaga: errands, beaches, wine and Spanish practice
Book Review: The Confessions of Frannie Langton
A moving historical murder mystery set initially on a slave plantation in Jamaica. Highly recommended.
Overcoming Couples Challenges in Retirement: Get Creative
Health and other challenges can make it difficult for couples to enjoy a shared retirement. But sometimes there are creative solutions.
Back to Spain: Montecorto, Andalucia
I was about to take my first flights in 19 months and I was scared. Not because of a fear of flying (never had that). Nor because of airport crowds and Covid: I’ve had three vaccines (the first two weren’t…