The Journey Begins
My first view of the house, from the road above When I first see the house it is about 7:30 on an August evening-- that magical moment...
At the Bank
OK, so I made a mistake. After I helped our guests get money from the cash machine in town, always a challenge in a foreign land, I...
Squeaky Clean
I have never been a particularly enthusiastic housekeeper. I remember being in my 20's, when an annual salary of $25,000 was...
The Lure of Luxe
I have no use for luxury products. I have never spent more than $300 on a handbag, shoes, jewelry or clothing. Someone once gave me a...
