Janice Leith Waugh's Blog, page 145
June 5, 2013
Paying Forward a Kindness on the Road
I set out on the day’s drive at 7am.
Some memories are stronger than others.
Some kindnesses stand out amongst the many received.
And when it is impossible to pay such kindnesses back, one tries to pay them forward. But it can take a long time to do so properly.
Last week, after 36 years, I finally offered a kindness very similar to one I received in 1977.
The symmetry of the two circumstances thrilled me.
Sheltered from the wind.
As a gift for graduating high school, my parents sent me on a three-w...
June 4, 2013
Solo Travel Destination: Munich, Germany
We are pleased to present a newSolo TravelDestination Post from Jody, a member of theSolo TravelSocietyon Facebook. Jody is from the United States, and submitted the following report about Munich. Do you have asolotraveldestination that you would like to recommend?Submit your description here, along with a few photos, and share it with fellow travelers!
Solo travelrating: 1 (1 is easiest, 4 is most difficult. Please see chart below)
Languages spoken: German, English
A quick day trip from Munich is...
June 3, 2013
Where to Drink Wine in Toronto
A fantastic combination of local and international wine, cheese and charcuterie at Midfield Wine Bar and Tavern.
A bottle of wine begs to be shared; I have never met a miserly wine lover.
~Clifton Fadiman
What is it about wine?
Wine and travel are inextricably linked in my mind. Wherever I go, I want to know what the locals drink. I want to visit their vineyards, talk to the winemakers, see what wines are on everyday dinner tables and which are opened for celebrations.
Likewise, when I am at home,...
