Category Archives: Paros
Do not lose yourself in translation
Day 16 At the port, a line of cars waiting to get on the ferry to leave Paros. Finally, the chaos begins to dissipate. Some days the walks are more difficult than others. Maybe because of the heat. Maybe because … Continue reading
The Promontory
Day 15 August 15th is a Greek holiday–the Assumption of Mary. And tonight boats will make their way into the port illuminated by candles. Then there will be a big fireworks display and everyone will go “oooh & ahhh”. We … Continue reading
Stairway to Heaven
Day 14 Taking one step at a time: The Tamarisk boats before the stairway There’s a house past the Blu Lounge that has a marble plaque commemorating Bud Colburn (1917-2004). I don’t know who he is but the plaque, written … Continue reading
A Walk With Lost Light
Day 13 getting there the Blue Star is ever-present tamarisks and recycled seating is this foragable? rocks in the water Blue door near the Blue Lounge I’ve been reading Rebecca Solnit’s “A Field Guide to Getting Lost”. She’s fixated with … Continue reading
Swaying Like Bamboo
Day 12 getting closer all the time a little chapel by the sea another rock in the wall Near the Parian Village Wild Fig On The Road Bamboo growing in front of the Parian Village Hotel Bamboo knows how to … Continue reading



