I can’t believe it’s December already. It’s been an interesting and challenging year so far. Our travels have taken us to culturally diverse countries, isolated locations, and stunning landscapes. It’s been a conscious effort to escape the noise, the realities of life, the things that get me down, and find comfort in the serenity of nature. Thankfully, nature never disappoints. Those rough spots and uncertainties of the future are quickly forgotten on a hike up a mountain or a quiet walk along a deserted trail. Nature is like a ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water‘ always leading you safely to the other side.
Tabeaksan, South Korea.
When you’re weary, feeling small,
When tears are in your eyes
Soyang Dam, South Korea.
I will dry them all
I’m on your side
Seoul, South Korea.
When times get rough
And friends just can’t be found
Seoul, South Korea.
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Suncheonman Bay National Garden, South Korea.
When you’re down and out
When you’re on the street
Suncheonman Bay Wetland Reserve, South Korea.
When evening falls so hard
I will comfort you
I’ll take your part
Seoul, South Korea.
When darkness comes
And pain is all around
Mekong Delta, Vietnam.
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Halong Bay, Vietnam.
Sail on, silvergirl
Sail on by
Hustai National Park, Mongolia.
Your time has come to shine
Orkhon Valley, Mongolia.
All your dreams are on their way
See how they shine
Orkhon Valley, Mongolia.
If you need a friend
I’m sailing right behind
Sereoksan National Park, South Korea.
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind
Sokcho City, South Korea.
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind
I’m taking a break from blogging and this will be last post for this year. Here’s wishing all of you a joyous holiday season and an exciting new year — filled with interesting experiences. Hope to see you again on the other side of 2017!
Soo beautiful! And gorgeous photographs as well!!
Thanks! 🙂
Lovely memories of 2017 here. Likewise wishing you a joyous season and look forward to your return in 2018.
Thank you so much! Wishing you a wonderful 2018!
I always liked that song. Have a good break.
Thanks, Debbie! 🙂
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I love this song! Bridge Over Troubled Water was what I listened to growing up. Slow and soothing 🙂 Lovely travel photos from over the years. Looking back, it seems like you have travelled and seen much – and that your knee is coping very well with the travels. It has been a great year following your blog. Enjoy the rest of the year and see you next year for more posts 🙂
Hey Mabel! A friend of mine used to sing this song and that’s how I first heard of it. 🙂 2017 had some highs and lows in terms of travels and life in general. I’m so glad we sailed through. The knee is doing fine as long as I am cautious. 🙂 Hope 2018 is a bright start for all your dreams. xo
love the looks back and enjoy the season – see you when you get back
Thanks a bunch! It’s always nice to look back at those crazy adventures, knowing that we survived each one of them. 🙂 Happy 2018!
Really enjoyed the style of this post. Also agree… December is a shock to the system.
Thanks a bunch! I hope 2018 is as exciting as the last year. 🙂
Beautiful set of pictures Cheryl. Good time to sit back and look back at your travels and experiences.
Thanks, Arvind! 🙂
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Here’s to a new year filled with travels in nature’s serenity. See you on the other side of 2017 in more adventures!
2018 is here! I can’t believe how fast the last year passed. Wishing you a year filled with incredible travel experiences and fascinating new worlds to explore! 🙂
Thank you my friend.
Travel safe!
Hugs!
Lovely photos. What a great way to sum up the year! You have yourself a well deserved break and perhaps collect some more memories to share with us next year! Merry Xmas and a very Happy New Year to you and Basil.
Thanks, Helen! 🙂 Hope you had a wonderful holiday break and wish you a very Happy New Year!
Happy Holidays and see you in 2018! Hope you enjoy your break! 🙂
Thanks a bunch! Hope your New Year is filled with many more adventures! 🙂
Likewise! 🙂
Wow nice photos! Love this. Enjoy your break and happy holidays 😍✌️
Thanks, Sharon! 🙂
What a beautiful recap for 2017. I so would love to add Mongoli and Korea to my list but I will have to visit next time around. In the meantime, I have your lovely images to keep me dreaming. I did manage to make my way to North Vietnam but went to SaPa instead of Halong Bay (given I live on the water, the mountains called to me). Looking forward to hanging out with you in 2018. Enjoy your break
Hi Lisa! Wish you a very happy 2018 filled with adventures to wonderful places across the globe! Mongolia is definitely a dream place to visit. I still have to write two more posts on our trip. We’ve completed a year and half in Seoul! I find it so difficult to believe! 🙂 SaPa was on my list, but we were out of time. Have to go back to Vietnam again.
Looking forward to seeing where your wanderlust takes you on 2018 🤗
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I absolutely love your work and the pictures are stunning.. 😍 Every blog you write makes me feel as if I’m journeying with you…
Thanks, Hiraa! Your comment never fails to make my day. 🙂
Wonderful photos and accompaniment by Paul Simon.. one of my favorite songs from the teenage years! It is very true that nature can heal almost all.. and I too seek it to escape the noise of the city, people and stress. Looks like you had a wonderfully full year of travel.
Peta
Hi Peta! The past few months have been so chaotic and our travels have taken a toll on me. In 2018, I hope to slow things down. And remind myself that every time I’m tempted to plan a trip! Here’s wishing you a wonderful New Year! 🙂