Renaissance for modern times

On the 9th day of February in the year 2020, we used our 2020 or hindsight vision and traveled back to the Renaissance Festival in Quiet Waters Park. We parked at the edge of the 18th century and we walked back to the 16th century for the entrance.
We then saw some acts which made our day:

From left to right: Moonie, Kamizake Fireflies, Judas & Magnolia
Kelly Irish Dancers, Masala Gypsy Dancers, Blackenshear
Bard & Minstrel, Joust, The Parade

Quiet Waters Park has a lot of activities but this is my favorite at this time of year.  Do you have a favorite activity at a park near you?

Reflections on Strasbourg

I had framed my travel pictures and reminisce about my time in Strasbourg. 

Strasbourg:
Countries collided now act in concert
To limit CO2 emissions
To increase energy efficiency
To protect their citizens in the digital age
This is the seat of the European Parliament
Where the culture blends German and French influences
In Strasbourg.

The Treats of St. Augustine

January was full of adventure as I traveled to Atlanta and also to St. Augustine.  St. Augustine had some interesting sights and some culinary treats.  I had some macarons and dragonfruit popsicle while exploring the historic downtown but here is the highlight reel of my trip:

The sign didn't lie: whether it was a fish dinner, broccoli bites or a hot dog. The taste was delivered.
	In January, St Augustine has a festival of lights. I personally believe that it is an excuse to have the lights up until January 31st. Why take them down after Three Kings day? Let's party until the end of January. Let's party with the St. Augustine Film Festival!
Did I mention that the DeLeon Grille in The Ponce of St. Augustine was like a pearl? Yes, I did in my last post because it is that good. I usually hear that hotel restaurants are okay because there are convenient but for this hotel restaurant, I left downtown to come back here to eat.
	Colonial Quarters - Strange music venue but a whole lot of fun,  like a backyard BBQ with a band. St. Augustine Film Festival had their centerpiece party here and it was so fun!

In your recent travels, what treats did you discover?

The Ponce of St. Augustine

In January, St Augustine has a festival of lights. I personally believe that it is an excuse to have the lights up until January 31st. Why take them down after Three Kings day? Let's party until the end of January. However, St Augustine has other events like the St Augustine Film Festival (SAFF).  We stayed at the Ponce which inspired me to write a poem:




Have you ever been inspired by your travels?