Saint Bernards are perhaps one of the most recognizable dog breeds in the world. They are are often portrayed with a barrel around their necks containing a rejuvenating alcohol — a fable, by the way. These dogs became infamous for the role they … [Read more]
Women’s Suffrage in Switzerland: The Journey
Beside me on my desk lies my Ballot for the US Presidential Election just a few short weeks away. I don’t like to vote. I am not a political junkie. Making sense of the issues is exhausting. But, I vote. I vote because I see it as my duty as a US … [Read more]
12 Ideas for Surviving Rainy Days in Switzerland
When it rains in Switzerland, it can be both beautiful and frustrating: beautiful because the country is more stunning after a good soak and frustrating because it can be relentless in quantity and duration. So what can you do when the days get … [Read more]
Sunday Musings: Autumn Walk in Lucerne
I know there are 4 seasons, but I knew them as: Temperate, Warm, Warmer and HOT ! I was raised in Southern California. They have 1 maybe 2 seasons. Northern California gets a bit closer, but not close enough. Living in Switzerland, I have the … [Read more]
Swiss Railway System: The only way to go!
The Swiss Railway System is often a popular topic of conversation whenever I have visitors from California. For them, it is next to impossible to get around without a car. The transportation system is mediocre, at best. The bus systems are … [Read more]
The Grand Mythen: Hiking Schwyz
There are many things that I hope for in life and among them is sharing the journey with friends and family, but above all, to be healthy enough to do so well in to my golden years. My grandfather was active into his 90s and was heralded at his local … [Read more]