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Snake Island a favorite swimming hole on the lake; but watch out for the islands namesake residents Cold weather never slows down our traveling.  Here we are at a castle in western Poland near the German border.  BURRRRRR! Taken in the Winter 2001/2002 Marlis Hazleton touring Lublin- Poland. Taken in Fall 2001. Inks Lake near Burnet, Texas. The Sleeping Knight of the Tatra mountains

 

Embark on an extraordinary journey with us at FrogsFolly Travel Journal, where every story is a footprint in the sands of our global explorations. Our website is more than just a collection of travel destinations; it's a vibrant tapestry of personal encounters and cherished memories from corners near and far. Whether you're drawn to the whispering ruins of ancient civilizations, the joyful shouts of theme parks, or the serene beauty of nature's hidden gems, our journal entries are your personal gateway to experience these wonders alongside us.

Vivid Destinations Await - Stroll through the picturesque streets of Amboise, feel the majesty of historical castles, and explore the diverse landscapes of the United States. Our journeys are painted with stories that beckon you to dive into the locales we've visited, offering you a slice of life from each destination.

Adventures for All - Thrill-seekers and wildlife enthusiasts, rejoice! Uncover the magic of iconic theme parks like Walt Disney World and the wild heart of zoos across the planet. Each entry in our journal is a pass to relive our thrills and encounters with the animal kingdom.

A Portal Through Time - Step into the past with our visits to age-old sites like Greece's Delphi, or reflect on more recent history at AUSCHWITZ-BIRKENAU in Poland. Our travel stories aren't just trips; they're time machines that invite you to witness the echoes of bygone eras.

Join Our Travel Community - FrogsFolly isn't just about where we've been; it's about where we can go together. We invite you to suggest new places for us to discover and share your own experiences. Your insights and stories are the lifeblood of our community, inspiring new chapters in our ever-evolving journey.

So, whether you're seeking inspiration for your next travel adventure or simply wish to wanderlust from the comfort of your home, let FrogsFolly be your compass to the world. Join us on this never-ending voyage where every destination is a new opportunity to weave your own narrative into the rich tapestry of travel.

Step into our world at FrogsFolly Travel Journal – where every visit is a story, and every story is an invitation to dream, explore, and discover.

This site is a guide to some of the places we have visited.  This is more of a journal of what we did than a definitive guide to these places.  Traveling is more about living the experience than documenting every momement.  So, if your favorite landmark is missing, it does not mean we did not see it, only that I did not take a picture.   

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<p>Lake Hāwea and Corner Peak, from the Lake Hāwea Lookout. In The Neck, South Island, New Zealand (Aotearoa)</p>
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<p>A quiet street lined with traditional red wooden houses, soft evening light, and just enough detail to make you want to keep walking a little farther.</p>
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<p>Peaceful mountain lake surrounded by lush green trees, with clear reflections on calm water and a mountain landscape in the background.</p>
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<p><b>English</b><br />
Welcome to Nyksund, one of the most distinctive and historic fishing villages on Norway's Vesterålen archipelago. This colorful village built on stilts carries a fascinating history. It was once one of the largest and most prosperous fishing ports in the region. However, as modern commercial vessels grew too large for its shallow harbor, the population dwindled, leading to its complete abandonment in the 1970s when Nyksund officially became a ghost town.<br />
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In the 1980s, the village was rediscovered by international artists and visionaries. Thanks to their restoration efforts, the historic wooden waterfront warehouses (rorbuer) were beautifully preserved and painted in the vibrant colors seen today. Nyksund has successfully transitioned from a deserted outpost into a unique, thriving cultural hub right at the edge of the open ocean.<br />
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<b>Nederlands</b><br />
Welkom in Nyksund, een van de meest karakteristieke en historische vissersdorpen van de Noorse Vesterålen-eilandengroep. Dit kleurrijke dorp op palen kent een fascinerende geschiedenis. Ooit was het een van de grootste en belangrijkste vissershavens in de regio. Toen de grotere, modernere schepen de ondiepe haven niet meer in konden, liep het dorp langzaam leeg. In de jaren 70 raakte het volledig verlaten en veranderde Nyksund in een spookstad.<br />
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In de jaren 80 werd het dorp herontdekt door internationale kunstenaars en visionairs. Dankzij hun inspanningen zijn de historische, houten pakhuizen (rorbuer) prachtig gerestaureerd en voorzien van hun opvallende, levendige kleuren. Vandaag de dag is Nyksund getransformeerd van een verlaten vissersnederzetting tot een unieke, levendige culturele vrijplaats aan de rand van de oceaan.</p>
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<p>Constructed around 1300, the stronghold belonged to the counts of Gelder until 1526. The building originally consisted of an irregular four-sided corps de logis with a circular donjon as its south-west corner tower.<br />
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The location of this tower on one of the diagonals (as at Flint Castle, built 1277, in Wales) is unusual in the Netherlands; so, too, is its massive size, acquired when it was rebuilt on the old foundations after a fire in 1412. It is c. 25 m high and 16 m in diameter, with walls ranging in thickness from 1.2 m to 4 m.<br />
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Square chambers have been contrived in the thickness of the wall. The donjon formerly was not connected to the corps de logis, but it was linked sometime after the rebuilding of 1412. The present corps de logis used to be the barbican, replacing the original corps de logis when the latter was destroyed.<br />
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The narrow section that joins it to the donjon must have been built after 1512. Rosendael Castle was altered again around 1615, when two residential wings were built, crowned with Gelderland gables and Renaissance decorations; these are joined to the donjon by means of the narrow section.<br />
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A lower ward surrounded by a moat served as an ornamental garden. Rozendaal underwent further alterations in the wake of another fire in 1714.<br />
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The Gelderland gables were replaced by a new gable, which united the living-quarters under a single roof, and a splendid park was laid out, with classical temples and pavilions; the donjon was probably lowered by one storey during the same period. Despite its history of rebuilding much of the medieval fabric of Rosendael survives.<br />
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The Rosendael Castle now houses a museum, established after the latest restoration of the building and the park, completed in 1990.</p>
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<p>Commuters on the Staten Island Ferry</p>
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<p>A South American coati (Nasua nasua) looking back while resting on red dirt ground near a tree trunk in its natural habitat, Brazil.</p>
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<p>Walking around Chioggia, I came across this scene. I didn't know the meaning of the seven swords in the heart, or why a red bike adorned with flowers was left here. <br />
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From some research, the woman is of course Mary, Our Lady of Sorrows. The seven swords represent the seven sorrows of Mary: (i) Simeon’s prophecy, (ii) the flight into Egypt, (iii) losing Jesus in Jerusalem, (iv) meeting him on the road to Calvary, (v) the Crucifixion, (vi) receiving his body from the Cross, and (vii) his burial. The red bike obviously matches the red heart, but why a bike? Why drape the bike with flowers? All of this in an alcove painted in this beautiful deep orange. So many questions. <br />
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If you haven't been to Chioggia, I highly recommend it. It is a town in the southern part of the Venetian Lagoon. It feels a bit like what one could imagine Venice being if it only had Venetians, no throngs of  tourists. <br />
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“Prega per noi” means “Pray for us” in Italian.</p>
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<p>The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone. This is the Lord's doing; it is marvelous in our eyes. This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.<br />
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[Psalm 118:22-24 ESV]<br />
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5 MORE THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW:<br />
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1. Like it or not, we are ALL sinners: As the Scriptures say, “No one is righteous—not even one. No one is truly wise; no one is seeking God. All have turned away; all have become useless. No one does good, not a single one.” (Romans 3:10-12 NLT)<br />
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2. The punishment for sin is death: When Adam sinned, sin entered the world. Adam’s sin brought death, so death spread to everyone, for everyone sinned. (Romans 5:12 NLT)<br />
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3. Jesus is our only hope: But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners. (Romans 5:8 NLT) For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life through Christ Jesus our Lord. (Romans 6:23 NLT)<br />
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4. SALVATION is by GRACE through FAITH in JESUS: God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God. Salvation is not a reward for the good things we have done, so none of us can boast about it. For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. (Ephesians 2:8-10 NLT)<br />
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5. Accept Jesus and receive eternal life: If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. (Romans 10:9 NLT) But to all who believed him and accepted him, he gave the right to become children of God. (John 1:12 NLT) And this is what God has testified: He has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. Whoever has the Son has life; whoever does not have God’s Son does not have life. (1 John 5:11-12 NLT)<br />
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Read the Bible for yourself. Allow the Lord to speak to you through his Word. YOUR ETERNITY IS AT STAKE!</p>
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