Tag: Virginia
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Colonial Place, Norfolk, Virginia – One of our city’s quiet neighborhoods
A short article I wrote was published in our neighborhood newsletter this month. There are many things I appreciate about my neighborhood – easy water access with groomed walkways, historic homes, economic diversity and family friendliness. One highlight of Colonial Place and its sister neighborhood of Riverview is that they are quiet urban enclaves, free…
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Norfolk, not the one in England (Part II)
Spring – the time of year I’m reminded what a pleasure it is to live in a climate with four seasons. I don’t always live in a four-seasons climate. Deserts, sub-tropical and tropical climates have their beauty, but not the kind I see out my front door every spring (pictured at left). The crepe myrtle…
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Norfolk, not the one in England (Part I)
Early on in the history of willtravelwithkids, I checked the WordPress subject database for current blogs on Norfolk, Virginia. Norfolk, England kept popping up, with nary a notable mention of the newer city of Norfolk across the Atlantic. Norfolk, England looks lovely, but that’s not where I live. I live, for at least a few more…
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The Emancipation Tree: A Story in Place
We stood on the edge of a chunky, red dirt road. Really, it was more like a wide trail, moving along the Indian Ocean shoreline. The sand grass fought to overtake the track and obscure any hints of humanity. Facing the ocean, we could easily imagine this remote locale had been untouched by history. But…
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Loving Place – Hampton Roads, Virginia
Be a student of your region, your city, your neighborhood. This has helped me learn to love where I am living, no matter where that happens to be. We rarely have the option of living where we love, but we can always choose to love where we live. There are things one can learn about…
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As hospitable as the Washingtons – an impression of Mount Vernon
Recently I have been exploring the cost effective option of house swapping for an upcoming trip to Europe. The internet has enabled folks who are willing to let complete strangers stay in their home connect in a secure way. For a home swap, users essentially join a club where you can list your house and…
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Tangier is an island – Tangier, Virginia
It happens all the time. Someone is wearing a T-shirt from a distant destination and I enthusiastically ask if they’ve been there. Sometimes I’ve been to the T-shirt worthy locale, so it’s a fun conversation starter – or non-starter. Case in point, after a dip in the pool a friend recently wrapped up in a…
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Parental pride at the President’s house – Monticello, Virginia
On the east coast of the United States historic sites are as numerous as the dust bunnies on my floor. There are a lot. And instead of cleaning my house and sweeping dust wads, we are being intentional about visiting some of those sites. Monticello, Thomas Jefferson’s home, was our most recent victim. Little Peanut…
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Model alien in the front yard
We all know we travel or live abroad to expose ourselves to new foods, cultures, people and ways of life. I wouldn’t generally say I travel to expose myself to new insect experiences. But sometimes those experiences can’t be avoided and it’s all I can do to turn them into a positive educational experience for…
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