The day dawned bright and blue, promising a glorious day of visiting ancient Greek ruins. After eating a simple breakfast of honey and tea (I’m part bear), we took off along the appointed path to none other than the Acropolis. I was tripping over myself in excitement. The path slanted upwards as we ascended the … More Athens: Jewel of the Ancient World

Athens, the home of the world’s greatest philosophers. Athens, the cradle of Western civilization. Athens, the jewel of the Ancient World. Just the name inspires a tingling thrill throughout my body, so when I caught a glimpse of the actual land through the airplane window, I almost fainted. The feeling only grew worse as I … More My First Impression of Athens