by Joan Durbin | Aug 9, 2025 | Thoughts from My Day!
Kenya, Africa is known for their safaris. And a huge draw for travelers is to head to Kenya to go on a safari trip and hopefully sight native animals known as the “Big Five”: Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino and Leopard. And that was our goal as Kelly, Paul,...
by Joan Durbin | Aug 6, 2025 | Thoughts from My Day!
It was a beautiful day. A perfect day for an outdoor wedding! The short, green grass covered the grounds of the Karen Blixen Museum, and the sky above was blue with a few white clouds. The temperature was a delightful cool 75 degrees Fahrenheit, a wonderful relief...
by Joan Durbin | Aug 2, 2025 | Thoughts from My Day!
Dear Reader, I had a vacation in Africa! I do apologize for not writing and posting while I was there. I had true intentions to do so. But everyday was packed to the brim, overflowing with events and new people and new activities. My darling Man, Alan, and I had...
by Joan Durbin | Jul 17, 2025 | Thoughts from My Day!
Snake has been stalking me! I will present my case shortly and you can decide if you agree with me. But first, for those of you who read my posts you are gradually getting to know Joan. At least parts of me. I always hope that you comprehend what I write, and that I...
by Joan Durbin | Jul 11, 2025 | Thoughts from My Day!
Anticipation is one of my very favorite words. Who doesn’t love knowing something simply wonderful is coming down the pike? I can think of so many examples in my life or the lives of others, anticipating simple things to the large scale grandiose! Remember as a...
by Joan Durbin | Jul 5, 2025 | Thoughts from My Day!
Summer holidays are filled with family and friends and creating memories. Also the great food. I think most of us immediately think of the amazing food that is traditionally served on July 4th. Foods slow cooked on the grill, maybe that first home grown tomato, and...