Another Day Trip

After breakfast, Marty went to the garden to see if she could help Demetri, but he was coming in for breakfast and the gardening will take place tomorrow morning.

Marty and Cathy did some lesson planning and then walked into town to take a train ride to a Greek Monastery and a Greek Village in the mountains surrounding Crete.  Our first stop was at the Monastery which overlooked the coast of Heraklion.  It was absolutely beautiful.  Many pictures were taken and the nuns at the Monastery were very welcoming.  It was so beautiful and peaceful – so much so that Marty and Cathy are planning to return tomorrow! 

The train continued its journey to the village of Rogdia. A delightful village with very welcoming and kind people.  They visited a small shop where the owner made her own jewelry and had many more offerings.  Cathy bought a hand made colorful salad bowl for her niece and Marty bought some ouzo to enjoy in July with her Greek sister-in-law – opa!

The trip was too short but memorable.  We returned to Amoundara, visited some shops and yes, made a couple of more purchases and then went to our favorite taverna for our favorite food (dolmathes, fried zucchini, and white wine).  Life is good!

We returned to the hotel, did some lesson planning, showered and did laundry.  We managed to get in a short nap as well.

Karl enjoyed a peaceful day and worked on a lesson plan.