A journey. A difficult journey, because getting from Greece to Catalonia proved a trip surprisingly taxing to pull together. Thessaloniki to Athens. Athens to Rome. Then a bit of an adventure. A sea voyage from Civitavecchia to Barcelona, sailing past Corsica and calling at Porto Torres in Sardinia, featured in the top photo. Sounds good? One day I’ll tell the story of this misadventure. Currently I’m far too cross.
However, it produced one – actually rather picturesque – photo which sums the whole thing up. The rusting chimneys of our ship, Roma.
And, not to be totally negative, a half way decent sunset.
We’re here now though, at home with the Catalonian branch of the family, for a satisfyingly relaxing end to our holiday. Well – as relaxing as a lively and charming 16 month old granddaughter will allow.
From Pyrenees to Pennines 
Well, must find out about the misadventure…..but really good that you are with your family now.
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Curious now eh? 😉
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You must be pleased ro have got to your destination however taxing the journey was to get there.
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Just delighted. Perfect indeed.
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Even a misadventure is an adventure! Pleased that you got there anyway!
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Thanks. It’s all part of life’s big tapestry anyway.
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What an exciting journey. Xx
Jean Wynne
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It has been a wonderful month, full of adventure xx
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Now I know where the expression rust bucket comes from, Margaret. But you made it! Wishing you a brilliant ending to your holiday.
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Staying with part of the family? What could be better? Thanks!
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Hope you enjoy the relaxing part with family. It seems on balance though on this trip you had more pleasurable adventures than the unfortunate misadventure?
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Definitely. We’ve had so many new experiences.
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Yes intrigued as well Margaret. It does sound like a rather tortuous route. Try to chill with a small child chaos around you 🙂
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Will do Brian. Thanks! Though ‘chilling’ not an option in Spanish temperatures 😉
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It certainly sounds gruelling. And intriguing. (As ever, with your adventures) You have earned these precious days relaxing with the family. Hopefully a chance to restore energy and equilibrium despite chasing after the youngest member 😊
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Chasing Anaïs keeps us young!
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Looking at the condition of those chimneys not sure I’d have boarded that boat, but from the beautiful sunset picture looks like it was reasonably calm. Hope you’re both recovered from the travel issues and now enjoying the family.
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All good now. And those distressed chimneys didn’t really describe the condition of the ship in general. But it wasn’t good, all the same.
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You at least got some cool photos. And a boat ride, I always like to be on the water
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That was why we went. Big mistake.
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I look forward to hearing the story 😀
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Enjoy 😊
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We are doing. Thanks!
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Add me to the list of those who are totally intrigued by your hints of misadventure! Whatever it was, I’m glad you still made it to Catalonia and to your family 🙂 Enjoy your time with them!
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We are doing thanks. And now I’ve got you all wondering!
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