Having viewed the pictures again (only a few), one can't help posing the question: Why have we not returned? In addition, we met up with Jen's high school friend, Jenny Lev, who was a gracious host when we passed through Athens. Our visit, which included meeting the lovely Vassi, a Rhodesian of Greek heritage. There really are wonderful people hidden in all parts of the world. Maybe that's one of our purposes in life...meeting the hidden gems in different parts of the world.
Perhaps, a cultural highlight was when we stayed in Hora Sfakion. The aparthotel owner, Mr. Stavros, provided a few moments of pure joy. One afternoon, we were returning from a hike while Mr. Stavros sat on a chair outside the restaurant in a vest, a 'wifebeater', and summoned us. He probably said something to the order of 'so you think you are big deals because you have the big hike under your belt'. We both thought that it felt like standing before a mafia boss as he 'took us down a peg or two'. We loved it.
Athens: A night view of the Parthenon.
A city of monasteries. Perhaps the inspiration for the song, "A House on the Hill".
An early morning commencement for an ascent of Mount Olympus.
The mountain is fully lit as Jen continues ascending.
Partway up Mount Olympus.
Gerontovrachos Parnassos whatever that means but a 'lot of fun'.
"You're not serious? We're climbing that?" she gasps. She considers her options and rather intelligently, offers a counter-solution.
Jen finds a solution to the steep slope confronting us. I suppose it's an option. A bit rough on the back, though.
Jen traverses the mountains of Delphi.
Having come from the town across the way, moved down into the valley and up on the other side. Nature is not about convenience.
The port which is home, if we recall, to cruise ships.
Meantime, let's keep climbing in another part of the country.
Fitting in with the culture. If it's Greece, he must be running a marathon.
"Okay, let's keep the momentum, fella."
Follow that lady, she knows where she's going and what she intends accomplishing on Gingolos.
We suppose it's a little edgy but it is a golden opportunity in Lutro.
A room with a view as we retire to the monastery to contemplate.
You ought to step carefully up there, Jen.
She likes those types of challenges.
Jen finds herself wondering about the mountains, hills and countryside. As long as it make sense to her, then who cares otherwise.
Another Greek Isle. Annapolis Gorg(eous).
Sunrise on Mount Olympus...spectacular. The sun has a lesser distance to travel to reach this peak, obviously makes a 'difference'.
Refugi Amalos
Should she be too tired to continue, we could spend the night.
Chora. Goodnight!
A city of monasteries. Perhaps the inspiration for the song, "A House on the Hill".
An early morning commencement for an ascent of Mount Olympus.
The mountain is fully lit as Jen continues ascending.
Partway up Mount Olympus.
Gerontovrachos Parnassos whatever that means but a 'lot of fun'.
"You're not serious? We're climbing that?" she gasps. She considers her options and rather intelligently, offers a counter-solution.
Jen finds a solution to the steep slope confronting us. I suppose it's an option. A bit rough on the back, though.
Jen traverses the mountains of Delphi.
Having come from the town across the way, moved down into the valley and up on the other side. Nature is not about convenience.
The port which is home, if we recall, to cruise ships.
Meantime, let's keep climbing in another part of the country.
Fitting in with the culture. If it's Greece, he must be running a marathon.
"Okay, let's keep the momentum, fella."
Follow that lady, she knows where she's going and what she intends accomplishing on Gingolos.
We suppose it's a little edgy but it is a golden opportunity in Lutro.
A room with a view as we retire to the monastery to contemplate.
You ought to step carefully up there, Jen.
She likes those types of challenges.
Jen finds herself wondering about the mountains, hills and countryside. As long as it make sense to her, then who cares otherwise.
Another Greek Isle. Annapolis Gorg(eous).
Sunrise on Mount Olympus...spectacular. The sun has a lesser distance to travel to reach this peak, obviously makes a 'difference'.
Refugi Amalos
Should she be too tired to continue, we could spend the night.
Chora. Goodnight!
Cheers,
Jenni and Jeffrey
Are you being served? The quality of the wait staff is just not up to scratch.
Thereafter, whenever we passed Boss Stavros, our minds played out a godfather scene and a smile creased our faces. I should not use the word 'crease' when referring to Jen...she might be sensitive. Perhaps, two creases crossed my face, while Jen appeared to be amused. We had other opportunities with the boss, too.
"You listen to me, son. You go tell your boss I'll make hot water when it suits me. In fact, you play me wrong and I'll
make matzos ball soup from your body parts."
'Yes, Mr. Stravros, sir.'
(This is a job for an editor. As usual, subject's unaware of a lurking photographer.) (Extract from original 2016)
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