moving around portugal
from the train station
by boats of all kinds
by bicycle
with friends
softly like our hotel cat
adorned with beautiful ribbons
with colors in the gardens, so full of life.
—
“the joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences,
and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon,
for each day to have a new and different sun.”
-chris mccandless
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Beautiful place Beth.
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it really is
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Looks like you are enjoying your trip very much. Thank you for spreading the joy of travel.
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That was. Lay, not anonymous!
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thanks, clay!
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thank you for reading –
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It seems that they know how to appreciate the gifts of life, Beth!
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I think that’s the secret, mark –
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The earth is rude, silent, incomprehensible at first; Be not discouraged – keep on – there are divine things, well envelop’d; I swear to you there are divine things more beautiful than words can tell.
… Walt Whitman
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oh, thank you, I love this
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You’re welcome Beth
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Train-travel in Europe is usually so stress-free and reliable. Unlike in the UK!
Best wishes, Pete.
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europe puts us to shame with public transport
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Magical photos. Thanks for sharing, Beth.
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thank you, Katie
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Beautiful. So Beautiful
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<3
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All pictures are lovely but I love the last one best
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thanks!
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You’re most welcome
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Of all the places I’ve ever thought about visiting Portugal was never one of them. But it certainly is now.
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I can imagine you loving it
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Each post of yours brings Portugal closer and closer to the top of the next place to visit!
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I really hope to see pictures from you there before too long
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You know I’ll share!
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I’m in! Getting the passport ready now! Beautiful pics
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see you at the airport )
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I’ve heard that word, “joy,” a lot this week as I’ve watched the DNC. And you’ve certainly found it on your adventure.
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yes, that has made me so happy to see politics take a. joyful turn. you must be so proud of your wonderful governor. and joy can be found most anywhere, near and far –
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Yes, I’m incredibly proud of Gov. Walz. He’s an incredible, decent, kind, caring, empathetic man. Just an all around good guy. The man you see and hear is the man he is in real life. Down-to-earth. And, oh, so joyful.
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that’s exactly the impression I get, he exudes kindness and joy
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Oh yeah, we are blessed.
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Oh, lucky you! Lovely pictures, Beth.
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<3
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Beautiful pictures exclamation
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This is me Quiall/Pam. WP doesn’t like me anymore.
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for some reason it’s been doing this to a lot of us recently, off and. on, no explanation
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thanks, pam –
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Such a beautiful scene!
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<3
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❤️happy travels dear Beth.
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on my way home, in Montreal at present
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That’s exciting! Have fun, b safe.
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thanks and made it home safely
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Yay! Best news ever.
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I love these pictures, Beth!
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thank you so much, I think they capture the mood more than my words
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How truly wonderful. And a cat. What a magical vacation.
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I also met a castle cat
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The joy of life, indeed! Wonderful photos and a great quote.
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Thanks, jennie
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You’re welcome, Beth.
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And I was thrilled with three nights in the new van! LOL Your photos are beautiful!
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exact same principles apply for any trip. thanks! and i so glad you enjoyed your journey as well.
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I know! But Portugal sounds and looks fabulous. Enjoy and thanks too. 🥰
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Beautiful. Way to live, Beth!
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it’s a nice pace –
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