Sometimes getting lost can be an adventure in itself.
Category: Short Stories
Malakas in America: A Short Story
Malakas, they are everywhere! I have been finding them here in America, my home country on a regular basis. Quite a few are in our government, but that’s another story. Ever since I learned the word “malaka” I have found it to be quite beneficial for me here in America. I love the word. No…
Renting a Boat in Corfu-A Short Story
From the minute we found out about renting and commandeering a boat in Corfu, we knew it was exactly something we would love. Preplanning for a trip to Greece is part of the adventure. We planned our 2022 trip to Corfu around renting a boat on the NW coast of the island. After some research…
A Trek Up and a Surprise Down Areopagus Hill, Athens
It was 2021 and we were in Athens. It wasn’t our first time to Athens so we were feeling pretty comfortable in the area. We purposely stay at Electra Palace in the Plaka so we have some familiarity. That being said, guidance was still needed to find some specific places. This trip I had decided…
Ordering too Much Greek Food
I never thought we would be schooled on ordering too much Greek food, but much to our surprise we were. After a long day of driving to Meteora, stopping along the way to enjoy views and then hiking to Ypapanti Monastery and finishing as the sun went down, Steve and I were ready for dinner….
No Moussaka Today-A Short Story
One experience we thoroughly enjoy in Greece is trying new foods and one of our favorites is Moussaka which we first tried in the little village of Plaka, Milos. Up until our first trip to Greece our only experience with Greek food was a very occasional gyro or baklava here in the States. Very different…
Santorini, More Than a Place, It’s a Feeling
Santorini is more than a place, it is a feeling. A feeling that is difficult to describe yet felt deeply and fully.
First Taste of Greek Wine-A Short Story
When traveling we have our share of mishaps. Although nothing has topped my first taste of Greek wine.
Making an Entrance in Santorini – A Short Story
This short story is also set in Greece, “Making an Entrance in Santorini“. As with my other short stories this is from our travels. My short stories differ from my regular posts as they share some of our many mishaps and some of us just experiencing new places and new things. I hope you enjoy!…
What’s Souvlaki? – A Short Story
Eating in Greece is a big part of the allure for visiting there. Although it took more than a meal or two for us to learn the different dishes.
The Promenade in Santorini -A Short Story
Vacations are always a blast, even when they don’t go quite as smooth as expected.
Greek Time – A Short Story
This was my first short story, ‘Greek Time’ and I have posted more short stories every now and again. My short stories generally consist of bits and pieces from our travels. Some are about our many mishaps and some are just two folks experiencing new places and new things. I hope you enjoy! I was…