Saying goodbye to the year of transition–2012. From Texas to Maine. We look back at our greatest highlights…
delighted in a 3 month vacation to the Park Hotel…aka home in Texas with Mom & Dad
took a trip to the vast open plains of West Texas
chased chateaux through the Normandy countryside
photo: marie z. johnston
became the princess of my very own domain…if only for a moment
photo: marie z. johnston
made new friendships
photo: marie z. johnston
learned how to speak the language of Brad the lamb
photo: marie z. johnston
roamed the hidden stairways and private corridors of Versailles
photo: marie z. johnston
motored across the eastern half of the US--over 2500 miles
searched for a new home…in Maine
tamed the lion that sits upon the owls head
became acquainted with the local eats
Chef found his new calling
meandered to the West Quoddy Head Lighthouse… farthest eastern point in the US
joined the lobstermen in their annual lobster boat races
enjoyed the first of many sunrises at our new home in the state of Maine…where’s its always vacation time
Photos of Versailles & Chasing Chateaux: Marie Z. Johnston
Adventures of a Shepherdess in Normandy: Stanzes Blabla
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Welcome to your first year in our awesome state of Maine!
Thanks Annie! I’m taking it all, as much as possible…we’ll be gone in another year or so. 😦
I’ve liked you on facebook for awhile, but I didn’t realize you had a blog! Wonderful travels, and pictures! I will enjoy following the blog too 🙂
Aw thanks Karene! And do share the blog with friends!