City Wall

Kotor City Wall City walls that protected medieval cities are not uncommon. But, the wall protecting Kotor, Montegero is in a class of its own. Built in the early 1400's, it is nearly five miles long, over 60' tall and 50' wide at its base. Thought for the Day: The strength of walls depends on …

What!?

Siesta Key Mailbox The beautiful bougainvillea in full bloom caught my attention in a quiet neighborhood of Siesta Key, FL. But, the mailbox through the wall is what kept my attention. The driveway entrance to the property is 50' to my left, and the wall continues to my right as well. The house inside the …

Walled City

The Christmas season is upon us, time to retell the Christ-mas story. You know, the story all Christians believe, the one about the three wise men that followed the bright star over Bethlehem, bearing gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh for the new King, Jesus, the Christ child. Today, the sleepy little town of Bethlehem …