Tag Archives: history

Interviewing Avid Writer and Actress Deanna Proach

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Junying Kirk

I’m delighted to have an author-to-author chat with lovely Deanna today, whom I have met through Wonderful Read of the Month network. She is not new to my site, as she has kindly contributed a fabulous article on 5 Elements … Continue reading →

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Kefalonia – Beautiful Greek Island

Posted on March 6, 2012 by Junying Kirk

Since my very first visit to Greece in 1994, I’ve fallen in love with this beautiful land and her people. Today, in my first picture/video blog on this magnificent southern European country,  I’m showing you some fabulous sights in one … Continue reading →

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The Great Wall 中国长城： Mini Tours of China (5)

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Junying Kirk

不到长城非好汉 Today, I’m taking you to The Great Wall of China, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. If you are lucky enough to have been already, I congratulate you on your achievements – Since you are curious and … Continue reading →

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Jersey, Beautiful Island between England and France

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Junying Kirk

Today I am doing to a picture blog What that means is instead of my usual routine of writing a blog and then selecting a few photos to go with it, I’ll show you some photos of Jersey and then … Continue reading →

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Chengdu: “Country of Heaven” 天府之国成都 – Mini Tours to China (4)

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Junying Kirk

Today I’m taking you to a place which is very close to my heart; Chengdu (成都) is the capital of Sichuan Province, Southwest of China. Although I have never lived there, over the years I have been a number of … Continue reading →

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Rome, Italy: The City of Magic.

Posted on September 9, 2011 by Junying Kirk

Please enjoy these pictures and a short video clip of this amazing city   Follow us around Rome’s fabulous sights and enjoy this virtual tour Rome – City Of History & Magic These pictures are taking me back to that … Continue reading →

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