Venice’s Magic
It is always assumed that Venice is the ideal place for a honeymoon. This is a grave error. To live in Venice, or even to visit it, means you fall […]
Reality and Romance in Paris
After watching several movies, I had developed some excitement about seeing the Moulin Rouge in-person on my last trip to Paris. Of course, I knew that this Parisian icon was […]
The Light of Provence
When travelling with my friends, one of our traditions is enjoying a late-afternoon drink or aperitivo at a cafe. It’s a time to review the shared adventures of the day, […]
No Exit
At first glance, this doorway has all those charming elements that we love about Italian doors – metal lunette, climbing vines, rustic finish, and multiple interesting pots filled with flowers […]
Pep Me Up!
In 2023, we rented an apartment in Florence, Italy for a month. A lovely place with plenty of living space indoor and outdoor, a big kitchen, and an elevator. The […]
A Satisfying End
In my travels across Italy over the years, I have learned that Italians like to finish a big satisfying meal with a shot of hot espresso. This is not a […]
Under The Stratford Sun
Last year, we chose not to travel. Changing homes and cities had taken their toll and basically we were too wiped out to think about packing or unpacking anything else! […]
More Water Lily Serenity
Claude Monet painted over 250 paintings of his garden and its water lilies. He was curious about its differing cycles, the changing light and reflections, and subsequently the many personalities […]
Water Lily Serenity
Part of our challenge as human beings is to notice the beauty amidst the noise. Life is chaotic and messy, and it can wear on your last nerve. Finding a […]
Art From A Grocery Geek
On a 2018 visit to Barcelona’s indoor Boqueria Market, my camera was clicking away madly, capturing all the stalls overflowing with gorgeous fruits, vegetables, candy and every manner of foodstuff. […]
Two Of My Loves
Before the holidays, I squeezed in one more painting, and it was one of the most joyful pieces I have ever painted! This painting is of two very special loves […]
Angel Awe
Most years since I’ve become an artist, I strive to complete an original painting to use as my holiday card image. Last year, I didn’t get to paint one as […]
Art We Wonderful by Marion Younan 