Written by Celestial MagpieDecember 21, 2014December 21, 2014

Paris: Never a Dull Louvre

We have a late start from the hotel – sleep is not forthcoming, despite my best efforts and not taking naps on day 1. So we don’t get out the door until close to 10am. This is not so bad, as I have given one whole day to visiting the most famous of museums, the Louvre. […]

Written by Celestial MagpieApril 28, 2014April 30, 2014

Emeishan Day 1: Monkey on my Back

Emei Mountain is one of the most holy Buddhist sites in China. I’ve been harboring a desire to climb it since I read about it – the photos of foggy peaks and sweeping vistas tug at my heart. Bill and Sam decide to make a weekend of it, inviting Vega and I along. At first […]

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Paris: Never a Dull Louvre

Emeishan Day 1: Monkey on my Back