Our homeschool-Band-friend (the one who led the previous homeschool hikes) went out to Carney Park to stay the night in a cabin, so we joined them. Carney Park is a US military recreational facility located in the caldera of…
Ischia, a beautiful volcanic island just off the coast of Naples, is known for its thermal spas. I had heard about a couple of thermal parks on the island that were fun for kids and families. So we…
Closer to home, we’ve had some fun times lately:: :: a dinner out, with complementary limencello (Italians drink it after meals for digestion) :: a cooking class at a local pasta shop (spaghetti alla carbonara) ::…
The Path of the Gods is the most hiked, most talked about trail in this area, and is said to be one of the most beautiful trails in the world. Located on the Amalfi Coast, it follows the…
Well, we are in Naples now. The 24 hours of travelling, drastic time change, luggage lost (then found), Navy Lodge apartment, and jet lag are all kind of a blur now. I do remember clearly the outpouring of…
In January we flew in Ashton’s good friend Leia for a few days of being together. Ashton adores Leia, as you can see in the photos. I miss her too! After Leia’s visit, we flew Matt’s brother Brandon…
Orders to report to Italy in early February turned the holidays into a whirlwind for us this year. We sold our house (easier said than done!) and did our best to listen to Christmas music and enjoy the…
Jess traveled to California alone for a few days of family, sun, beach, and a farewell to Kevin. The sun was glorious, the waves magnificent, the time with family connecting, and the trip back to Bremerton rainy and…