Monday, December 6, 2010

Save the Earth


For a few months this summer, there was a display of globes down by the lake in Geneva. They all had environmental themes. Here are some examples.



























































Sunday, December 5, 2010

United We Stand


The flags in front of the Palais des Nations, home of the United Nations office in Geneva.



The Broken Chair across from the Palais. It represents opposition to land mines and cluster bombs.



The missing leg.












Just down the road. This shot dedicated to Janet.

Saturday, December 4, 2010

Alsace: Riquewihr II


Driving through the Alsace vinyards.


























Friday, December 3, 2010

Alsace: Riquewihr


The last town we went to in the Alsace was Riquewihr. Like the others, it had beautiful buildings and charming signs.























Thursday, December 2, 2010

Snow!


We had about 18" of snow fall on Tuesday night. We made it back from our trip to Basel just as it started. The last thirty miles or so were slow going, but we made it home alright.



I don't think the birds will be taking a bath anytime soon!








Wednesday, December 1, 2010

Alsace: Ribeauville III


Pipers seem to be the town mascot. That and the storks that inhabit the nests on the roofs.









A wonderful wine and liquor shop. We bought some Poire Williams.