Massive Architecture and Sculpture in Rome, Ancient and Contemporary

First of all, Context. I mean, it’s the Colosseum. Yes, it’s just sitting there, down the end of a street I access a few blocks from my hotel, and it’s been there, well, almost forever,…

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Sunday Morning Eye Candy — Public Art in Vancouver, Two Works

 Still on a blogging break, but thought I’d share a few photos with you as I explore Vancouver during our “Staycation.”  Although we know the city fairly well, there’s plenty more to discover. For example,…

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More Portland, Before Rome

 In preparation for my two weeks in Rome, I’ve begun reading a book I picked up at the marvelous Powell’s Books in Portland (in case you’re interested in what else I’ve been reading lately, I’ve…

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Magic Potion Against Sorrow and Suffering? Who Could Ask for More!

It’s beginning to look as if we may have had a dash of Norovirus this past week, rather than food poisoning. Paul managed to get us home Friday (the car rental was only in his…

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A Little Rome Gallery-Going from my post-Christmas Armchair . . .

I hope you all found some joy in these last few festive days, and I hope you may find some peace, as well, as the year winds down and we ready ourselves for a Restart.…

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