Author Archives: Kim Baumgaertel

This is short today, as we’re in a London without my computer. Westminster was as worthwhile as it was last time, as full of tourists, and our only big event today. Afterward, we hopped back on the underground and ended … Continue reading →

Success! Jessica is now the happy owner of a gorgeous wedding dress. Of course, the style, designer, color, embellishments, length, material, and all other pertinent details are strictly confidential. It is, however, perfect. Jim and I are happy owners of … Continue reading →

‘Twas another train day, which was so much more enjoyable than yesterday’s “car day.” Five hours and some walking minutes later, we now sit in Jessica’s flat having just eaten tortellini and salad for dinner. Let’s make this a catch-up … Continue reading →

It was a long, long, long day today, folks.  Our 4-hour drive back to Edinburgh took 7, due to a closed freeway.  So, I give you this, which made the whole event worth the wait: Snapped on the fly, from … Continue reading →

We’re in the Highlands, people. You need to know that I was the first to spot Heilan Coos, those ginger-colored, shaggy, big-horned cows this region is famous for. Sadly, spotting them involved exclaiming “there’s one!” from our moving car, not … Continue reading →

Gawking:  Rosslyn Chapel, built in 1446.  No pictures allowed inside, but outside looked like this — Inside, we looked for a carving of corn, “green men heads”, and a movie poster. Do you know which not-so-very-good movie saved Rosslyn Chapel … Continue reading →

Our morning began with an epic coffee fail and a unanimous resolution to walk the six minutes to a coffee shop and buy it tomorrow. Moka pot produced three half-cups for the three coffee drinkers, then took over 40 minutes … Continue reading →

I love trains. Ours took us to Edinburgh, where we now sit in our “Quintessential Mews House” until we venture out for food. What’s a “mews house”, you ask? Good question, and I do know the answer. Stand by. First … Continue reading →

Still looking for your “Mr. Darcy”? Anyone? If so, you can find him in Bath this summer at the Jane Austen Festival! I was vaguely aware that another of Bath’s claims to fame was the famous author, who set both … Continue reading →

Setting out sans our local tour guides this morning, we hoofed it to the Reading train station and purchased off-peak tickets to Bath Spa. We’re here for the night, ensconced on the top floor of the Henry Guest House, with … Continue reading →