Author: Jenny

I live in somewhat rural Montana, north of Yellowstone National Park. I love to tell "tales", I end up on many "trails", and am fascinated by "transformations", which happen around me and in me, which is the best part!

The Rest of the Story, or “Part Two” of the Journey Home

February 25, 2022 Leaving Minneapolis My first morning waking up back in the States, I figured I was home free!   I caught the hotel shuttle back to the airport. When I reached the check in counter, I learned my husband had been unable to pay for my checked bag for some electronic snafu.  The woman… Continue reading The Rest of the Story, or “Part Two” of the Journey Home

The Kindness of Strangers

May 5, 2022 Blanch Dubois I have always been a fan of Blanche Dubois’s statement, “I have always depended on the kindness of strangers”. https://youtu.be/l4V8OHy0su0 I have made that statement several times over the years, largely to people who have no idea what I’m talking about. That doesn’t matter.  In all fairness, I have not… Continue reading The Kindness of Strangers

Lessons Learned

April 22, 2022 Get travel insurance Make note of the nearest consulate or embassy to your destination Invest in a money belt or something similar for around the waist or neck Set up “lost phone” capability in your smart phone if available Use the Cloud to store everything on your phone, pay that fee! Do… Continue reading Lessons Learned

Transformations

April 16, 2022 After spending about two weeks with a dozen retirees I learned a few things. One thing I learned is anything I would discover, and think is “new” and is pretty cool, they have already experienced. I would get that “yeah, we know” expression, with a patience often practiced on grandchildren.  Another thing… Continue reading Transformations