Author Archives: Todd C.

We finished our snack and history lesson in the Jardim da Estrela, took a stroll around the park to admire some of its trees, crossed the street, and made a brief stop in the Basilica built by Queen Maria the …

We’re now taking a step back in time to Friday with K & P. Before they arrived, K informed me (with tongue only slightly in cheek) that she wanted their visit to Lisboa to be filled with walking and eating. …

As my family was jetting west toward the United States, my friends K & P were eastbound toward Portugal. Although they were both transiting the Atlantic, I’ll go out on a limb and say they never passed close enough to …

My family’s visit was nearing their scheduled return to the U.S. but a few activities remained on the schedule before their departure. These began Monday night after our return from the Oceanarium. A pair of backstories. I hadn’t seen my …

I’m not going to enter into a great deal of detail about this Sunday with Ana. Those of you who have read other entries know that I hold her in high regard and the work she did with my family …