Monthly Archives: September 2016

Gifts and lessons from the sea at Lyme Regis, UK

Posted on September 17, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

The day began gray, with rain a good probability. It was about time really; I’d only had one day of rain the whole time I’d been in England. But it would be nice if it held off. This day, my … Continue reading →

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Can a beachcomber ever be satiated? Collecting at Lyme Regis, UK

Posted on September 9, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

My daughter has finally arrived in England, and we’re back in Lyme Regis. We both love this seaside town with its link to England’s Jurassic past. It’s all about the sea: kids make giant sand castles, young people surf even … Continue reading →

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I have a confession. Learning history in Canterbury, UK

Posted on September 7, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

I have a confession. I never took World History. Not in high school, not in 14 years of college (slow learner). But it’s never too late to learn. So I’m taking this travel opportunity to fix my ignorance, at least … Continue reading →

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Punting on the River Stour in Canterbury, UK

Posted on September 2, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

I finally took the historic punting tour on the River Stour, close to my last day in Canterbury. I don’t know why I procrastinated so long. Maybe I wanted the anticipation to linger. I’ve been seeing the Canterbury Punting Company’s … Continue reading →

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