Letter From Paris: Postcards from Greece

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"To Greece!  To Greece!" my internal oracle clamored for many years. But Greece, as the cradle of Western Civilization, was a huge subject to consider.  (Quibble with the title if you like, but others more knowledgeable than I have staked this claim.  Plus, I reserve the right to change my mind once I've been to Egypt.)  The sumptuous locations of history, beauty on land and sea, personages, both real and mythic--the weave and consciousness of culture and life--the Greek archaeology and anthropology overwhelmed me.  Okay, if we'd had three months if would have been easier to decide where to spend our precious time. 

I finally got the courage to plan our trip, and Greece was delicious!  Husband Jim, daughters Blair and Bret, niece Elizabeth, and I had a marvelous adventure.  Now I'm always happy to come home to Paris, and, hate to say this, but it's often hard for my holiday destinations to compare to the city where I live--but not with Greece.  I could buy another ticket right now to discover more of this country and its 2500 islands. 

Postcards from Greece:

At the archaeological site of the Delphi Oracle

Crete / Our Street in Chania

Three Balconies in Chania

Heat Radiating on A Quieter Street in Chania / Breakfast and Shopping

Chania Blue Sky and Doors

                                                                          ---Beth Arnold

Unless otherwise noted, all photos taken by Beth Arnold on her iPhone.

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