Category Archives: Travel

Back in Madrid

Posted on October 6, 2010 by erinparker75

Leaving Lonster and San Sebastian was hard. That was why I heavily relied on Chelsea, chips, and wine to get me through. They did. After my long (but beautiful!) journey back to Madrid, I arrive in the bustling Puerta del … Continue reading →

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Pamplona – no sleep there

Posted on September 14, 2010 by erinparker75

For 6 hours I’m heading north –passing through the breathtaking Spanish countryside that begs my attention and steals my sleep. Town after town blurs by, and I smile as we pass Avila, the ancient walled city that houses so many … Continue reading →

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Holland

Posted on August 6, 2010 by erinparker75

I was sooooo looking forward to a good romp in the Netherlands. Holland is one of my favorite countries – and I’m sure a lot of that sentiment has to do with the fact that I have some very, very … Continue reading →

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Madrid and Alicante

Posted on August 3, 2010 by erinparker75

Spain Spain Spaaaaaaaaaaain! My flight to Barajas was teeming with students, journeying over to do a study abroad stint in one of my favorite countries. What I wouldn’t give to be back in that position and do it all over … Continue reading →

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Erin Envelops Europe

Posted on July 31, 2010 by erinparker75

How’s that for alliteration? I try, I try. June 20 marked the beginning of a month long gift to myself: New York City, Spain, the Netherlands, and Canada. The premise behind the trip was to visit my friend Lana, mate … Continue reading →

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Texas Wine Country

Posted on June 11, 2010 by erinparker75

Raul and I decided to pop over to the Texas Wine Country last weekend – one final hurrah together before our big trips (him: Africa – work; her: NYC, Spain, Netherlands, Canada – pleasure). Texas is hot. In case you … Continue reading →

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Napa Valley Christmas – Day 4 & 5

Posted on January 4, 2010 by erinparker75

Day 4 – CHRISTMAS Christmas day was a little awkward. Raul and I were in the frozen foods aisle in the grocery store when my old lover happened upon me and touched my sleeve. Naturally, I jumped, in the process … Continue reading →

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Napa Valley Christmas – Day 3

Posted on January 4, 2010 by erinparker75

Hard to believe I’ve only counted up to day 2. I’d say I’ll make this quick, but I think we all know how much I love to explain things. Carrying on then… Day 3 Peju Turnbull Del Dotto Peju is … Continue reading →

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Napa Valley Christmas – Day 1 & 2

Posted on January 4, 2010 by erinparker75

Napa Valley, oh glorious Napa Valley! I did not expect the culinary delights that would tease my tongue and capture my heart to such a great extent. The wine gods surely smiled down upon me as they poured their ruby … Continue reading →

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Shreveport: I love thee, I hate thee

Posted on November 17, 2009 by erinparker75

I have a love/hate relationship with this gentle Southern town. It all began back in 1999, when I was a freshman in college. Wow. TEN YEARS AGO. Le sigh… Anywho, I met Meg – now affectionately known as Love. And … Continue reading →

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