Lazarow World-Hike-About

The follow through of a hike to the peak of Mount Olympus on the mainland continues in color below. We think we saw many aspects of what Mother Nature has to offer. The coloring both on land and in the sky enthralled us and more than compensated for some of the 'sticky' weather patches. We think it's appropriate to view the pictures in a quiet environment and so we won't add any further words but for captions. Enjoy another tiny part of the world that once again lifted our spirits, if not our feet. Sunrise at 7,000 feet was spectacular on the one morning and wonderful on the other. At the commencement, the editor checks directions, the other partner checks the editor's big stick and wonders what's in store. Clouds filling the gorge, caught in shadow. Early morning in the mountains. Jen turns before entering the cloud. Somewhat bleak and beautiful as we approach the saddle. A mix of clouds and sunrise No snakes but snaking p...

Did we mention how much we like Greece? What an interesting an attractive country. You might say we said the same of Andorra, Spain, New Zealand, South Africa, Iceland, USA ...Perhaps the point is that we are residents of a beautiful planet and often, because of the noise around us, don't realize and appreciate what we have. It might also be that we don't open our eyes, our senses, and take in our surroundings or maybe we make life too complicated to notice the little miracles that occur daily. Far be it for us to know the answers but perhaps peoples' approach to life is focused on targets that are less rewarding than they appear. Who knows? We should each have the choice to make decisions to seek to realize our aspirations. That's all for which we should ask. (Some experiences along the road follow after the pictures...) "Sitting on the 'rock' of the bay"...oops, where'd the water go? A background for a special woman...another Grecian t...

Some effort , a little perseverance, imagination and Hike-about leads a person through a life of daily adventure. We faced the ‘mountain of gods’ situate in the gorgeous Mount Olympus National Park this week. What would our fate be as we tempted Zeus and his whims? The result: We count it a tie as he sent howling winds across the mountains and freezing cold, near the top but thankfully, held back on the rain. While we smile at the myths, we have utmost respect for Mother Nature, she’s a tough but beautiful ‘old bird’. (Continues after pictures below...) A stop for a breather at relatively low altitude; still much elevation to acquire while jackets remain in backpacks. After two-thirds of the climb in much forest, the air is too thin for plant life. Love the sweep of one of the mountain tops. The action was fierce as the clouds swirled, danced and delighted us. The reality of the upper trail: Scree accompanied by high winds and cold and the peak nowhere in sight. ...

For travelers, this time of the year is ideal in Greece. The accommodation is easily available, extremely well-priced and quiet. Unfortunately, the weather is changing and it appears to our inexperienced local knowledge, it could get cold and wet quickly. This is not too bad in of itself. However, when up in the mountains, the situation is exacerbated, particularly as we are climbing three major mountains in the days ahead. There are always compensations, however. The autumn days are the best for us because of at least two reasons, the changing colors and coolness. We, together with all others, inhabit a world of true wonder, a glorious planet. There are times, often in fact, in which we see hardship for the retail outfits including food, hospitality and others. It really is tough for people to stand at their store fronts and almost plead for passersby to give them their custom. As sad as it is, we believe Greece is the forerunner for some difficult times ahead for the rest of the ...