71.23 through 71.29: Portugal, Geres: Our last published blog and a farewell to a remarkable place: A Magical Land.
From across the lake, the water pipe (funicular) does not look that daunting. Perhaps one had to be there. "Do you ever get that sinking feeling?" Not in Portugal but many countries, I would think. I have been accused of being partial to reflections which I am very proud to admit...the more the merrier in a manner of speaking. A favorite scene, a view of Lake Canicada. A calm scene to gain perspective of the sky and water and lake in a single position as well as where we figure in the miracles, if at all. Let's fly in low to gain another perspective. Sometimes it's hard to see the wood for the trees, other times, reality from reflections. A perspective of Geres from across the main road. A little misjudgment of the steepness and slippery slope...often, there's not another chance. We arrive at a road while on a trip through the jungle...each day is a mystery. Jen, a little baffled. Another view of Lake Canicada, smooth, calm and just lovel...