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Julie Briere's avatar

Wow! Your writing is absolutely amazing; it makes me feel like I know them personally. It's truly fascinating how we can connect with strangers and how those connections can positively influence our lives. I genuinely enjoy reading your work so much!

Kathy Barlow's avatar

Awww thanks Julie. Can't wait to share what I brought you from Italy!

Amanda Aaron 🇨🇦's avatar

I have been drifting back in time through your writing. My bus trip with people from highschool through Italy had several of the same dynamics though people who were not friends at the start were still not friends when we returned but that's highschool for you.

Kathy Barlow's avatar

Isn’t that interesting. Teenagers are funny creatures! lol

Josette Diaz's avatar

What a gift Kathy! You had two adventures in one. Cannot wait to hear about Palermo! I have never traveled with strangers, yet, I have connected with people through a retreat or a short adventure, so much so, that they become part of the fabric of that experience. These people become part of my memories and the feelings I had at that time. Such a beautiful thing to capture. Thank you for weaving in the folks you adventured with! What a treat 🩵

Kathy Barlow's avatar

It was a bit of a shock being thrown on a bus with 40 people, but ended up to be an amazing experience.

Avril's avatar

Can’t wait for the next installments 😊

Kathy Barlow's avatar

So thrilled you're following along!

JoAnne McMeckan Dubeau's avatar

For both my trips the people were the best. And i understand how you can bond over 2 weeks of living together. I hope to do another trip in the not too distant future.

Kathy Barlow's avatar

Where will you travel next?