TOPICS :

1. Nature & Other Wonders
2. Castles & Churches
3. Arts & Crafts
4. People
5. Events
6. Grave Markers, Memorials & Cemeteries
7. Books & Films

 

Nature & Other Wonders

Prague, like other capital cities of Europe, is well know for it's hundreds of man made spires and a veritable trove of architectural wonders. Not as well known, but perhaps equally impressive, is the inspiration for much of this, which can be found in various natural and man made landscapes, both the products of a magnificent God and an industrious people. Thus, this section of the "Photo Album" contains pictures on the theme "Nature & Other Wonders".

Castles & Churches

As truly extraordinary symbols of wealth and power, castles and churches represented the height of science and technology at the time they were built. While at different times of war and peace their functions differed accordingly, A close examination is like a window into the past, where we can witness the ebb and flow of history. Not to be confused with the palaces and chateaus from later times, castles represent the harsh reality of the middle ages. Even more so, ancient Rotunda's and early Romanesque churches, which withstood countless times of war, now stand the test of time, some more defiant than others, but each as a symbol of towering aspirations.

Arts & Crafts

If there is any truth to the expression, "a picture is worth a thousand words", then here is the evidence. Let these pictures speak for themselves about the masters who crafted such lasting expressions in stone, wood, mortar, clay, textile (lace), oil and ink. Indeed, if you visit just about any town, and wander through the cobbled alley ways, there is no telling what your camera will find, or what stories those images will later conjure... To the patient observer, and sincere searcher, a further reward awaits inside the many galleries, old book stores, and museums.

People

People are everywhere. In case you haven't already noticed, it's not easy to find places where you won't see them. Although we are rather averse to crowds, there is never enough time in life to spend in the company of those people we call family and friends. One of my daughter's story books, "Lu and Swamp Ghost", makes the case that "you're not poor if you have family and at least one good friend". Thus, this page is dedicated to a few of the many people we are blessed to call our friends.

Events

For the moment this will be the final page in our Photo Album. In many ways it encompasses all the previous pages, since quite often Events Happen, wherever there are mysterious Castles, wonderous Nature, playful Art & Architecture, and lots of loving People. So here you will find, as the culmination of all the above, some of the Events we were fortunate to capture.

Grave Markers, Memorials & Cemeteries

Here we are posting just a few of the many markers and memorials that we have photographed. We offer to travel to villages and create photo albums for those who are searching and may not be able to visit themselves. The objective of most family history explorations, besides finding living family, ancestral houses and parish churches, is to visit the cemetery where relatives were laid to rest. 

Books & Films

There are some items from our library which we frequently recommend to visitors. If you are interested in Czech History, Heritage, Literature, or Film, we hope you will find something of interest here. Most of these can be bought elsewhere on line, while some were only published in limited numbers (mostly those concerning village histories). These help us to better understand this place we call home. It is an eclectic assortment of topics (i.e., religion, technology, architecture, politics, culture, poetry and art. For a more detailed description of a few of these titles, please visit the "Library" .