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Welcome to Virginia!

This is where I grew up.

And this is where I come back when it’s time to visit family. Read More >

There are two types of English.

There’s the English in your school books.

And then there’s the English native speakers use. Read More >

Where were you during the crazy days of covid?

I was here in Virginia.

After the initial excitement wore off and I realized I wasn’t going to die, I did what a lot of other Americans did to fill the time… Read More >

Did you know….

There are two types of old?

There’s American old. Read More >

I’m back home!

I’ll be here for the next few weeks.

I’m visiting friends and family. Read More >

Almost Heaven, West Virginia

Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River

Life is old there, older than the trees Read More >

This is interesting…

Did you know, if you’re in London, and you want to fly to the US, it’s cheaper to fly first to Prague?

A lot cheaper! Read More >

I’ve noticed something.

When I fly on some airlines, the captain begins: “Dear passengers…”

And when I fly on other airlines, it’s: “Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls…” Read More >

I just spent five days in London.

Every time I visit the UK, I learn new words.

And I add new words to my active vocabulary. Read More >

I’m on my way back to Prague!

I just spent a long weekend in London.

First, I was a tourist. Read More >