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  Travel Day::  September 23, 2024 Planning, anticipation, worry and finally the departure day arrives. Goodbye Sunny San Diego. Hello London! It is possible to travel to Europe from San Diego. As I headed to my gate, I saw a flight headed to Munich and thought, humm, maybe next year?? But today I'm taking British Airway for a 10.5 hour flight direct to Heathrow. BA is a partner with Alaska airline so points can be accrued.  In premium economy one gets extra wide, comfortable seats, foot rests, leg room, a good recline, along with great food, wine, and plenty of entertainment.  I am not a sleeper on long flights so just a a bit of elevated comfort is a perfect choice for me.  This is the first time I am traveling alone for the first 5 days of my month long trip. I rationalize that I'll be fine. I can set my own pace, eat when and where I desire and immerse myself in London without any time constraints.  I had a taste of this city last year so I am happy to ...
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Marrakech: Final days of the Pilates Retreat

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 April 7, 2023  Linda and I are in Lisbon. But I am catching up on the fantastic week we spent in Marrakech.  This week has been special in so many ways. Getting to spend a full week with my beautiful daughter has been wonderful. She pushes all of us to move in ways that test our strength and push beyond what we all think is possible.  Twice daily classes were mixed with plenty of wonderful excursions, food, and people.  Last meal at the Peacock Pavillion.  Delicious salmon  The dinner tent Lunch after the spa. A filo filled with ground nuts  cinnamon and chicken We have all shopped 'till we surpassed our suitcases capacity.  The culture of the Souk is fascinating and challenging with traffic that jockeys for room on narrow paths meant only for foot traffic.  We happen to wander down the fresh food street where a live chicken was about to get the cleaver in preparation for a patron's dinner. Even cats shop in the food stalls One day we t...
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