https://meanderingsabound.com/2017/02/13/bee-ours/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/p2100387.jpgBee OursTiny Hippo and friends wish to be your Valentine2017-02-16T02:25:53+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2017/01/25/tiny-hippo-tucks-in-a-tree/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b240258.jpgTiny Hippo with Mossy TreeTiny Hippo has noticed that some of the trees need tucking in with blankets before they can go to sleephttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b240257.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b240256.jpgTiny Hippo Climbs a TreeBeing a kind and caring hippo he has taken it upon himself to make sure that they are snugly tucked inhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b240255.jpgTiny Hippo Wraps Tree"Yes," he murmurs "very snug and cozy perfect for winter"https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b240253.jpgTree Wrap, JapanThe next time you see a tree with a wee blanket, you will know that a Tiny Hippo is near2018-01-10T09:25:57+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2017/01/24/tiny-hippo-goes-leaf-viewing/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b250648.jpgKiyomizu-dera at Nighthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b250604.jpgKiyomizu-dera at Nighthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b250532.jpgKiyomizu-dera at Nighthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b250449.jpgKiyomizu-dera in Kyotohttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b250435.jpgTiny Hippo at Kiyomizu-derahttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b250412-1.jpgKiyomizu-derahttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b240404.jpgKiyomizu-dera in the Fallhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b240395.jpgRabbit at Kiyomizu-derahttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b240390.jpgKimono Girlhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/b240363.jpgTemple Kiyomizu-dera2017-01-25T03:02:10+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2016/04/11/tiny-hippo-arrives-in-kyoto-it-rains/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/b240039.jpgWoman on Bike with UmbrellaPeople were even riding bikes with their smashing umbrellas. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/b240031.jpgLittle Ones with UmbrellasThen I noticed all the bright and cheerful umbrellas that people were carrying!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/b240020.jpgTiny Hippo with UmbrellaEureka! I found an umbrella just my size, and it has little elephants on it! Rain here I come!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/b240009.jpgLittle Kids with UmbrellasI had to find an umbrella my size, if they make them small enough for these wee children there must be Tiny Hippo sized 'brellies. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/b240030.jpgKyoto Workers in the RainAt first I found the rain rather depressinghttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/b240111.jpgKyoto in the RainI have arrived in Kyoto, a lovely city, but it is raining!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/b240130.jpgMaple Leaves in the RainI have arrived in Kyoto, a lovely city, but it is raining! 2016-12-19T04:48:50+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2016/04/10/neko-danbo-makes-smores/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p4100038.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p4100036.jpgNeko Danbo is FullOh dear, I need a moist towelette.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p4100035.jpgNeko Danbo NomsNom nom nom...https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p4100033.jpgNeko Danbo FeastsAt last, we feast!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p4100032.jpgToasting MarshmallowPerfectly toastedhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p4100029.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p4100028.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p4100023.jpgMelting MarshmallowYes, toast that marshmallow!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p4100017.jpgNeko Danbo Needs HelpI need an adult!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/p4100016.jpgMarshmallow NekoTop with a homemade marshmallow, so gooey.2016-04-11T00:28:05+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2016/01/03/from-koyasan-to-kyoto/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/pb260398-2.jpgWinter Berrieshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/pb260381.jpgKyoto GardenAh yes, bask in the autumnal hills of Kyoto! https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/b230703.jpgTiny Hippo on Train in Japanhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/b230691.jpgTiny Hippo on Mount KoyasanYes, bask in the autumn sun, see you in Kyoto! https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/b230660.jpgFamily on Koyasan TrainNot everyone is as thrilled as I am, but surely they will perk up when they see the lovely viewshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/b230701.jpgTiny Hippo Going to KyotoOn my way to Kyoto, I am so excited! 2016-01-03T18:14:37+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2015/12/24/merry-christmas-from-tiny-hippo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/pc240124.jpgMerry Christmas from Tiny HippoPerhaps, this seems a bit small... but I like it just fine2015-12-24T21:35:02+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2015/10/19/tiny-hippo-stays-at-a-temple/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/b220258.jpgTemple Lodgings Mount KoyaOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/b220254.jpgRock CourtyardRock Courtyardhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/b220250.jpgRailing DetailRailing Detailhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/b220244.jpgTiny Path in the GardenTiny Path in the Gardenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/b220229.jpgCourtyardCourtyardhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/b220222.jpgHallwayHallwayhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/b220216.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/b220214.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/b220211.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/b220198.jpgFront of TempleFront of Temple2015-10-20T02:37:46+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2015/07/28/welcome-to-koyasan/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/b2201241.jpgKoyasanKoyasan (Mount Koya) is a small temple town atop mount Koya, it is the center of Shingon Buddhism.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/file0096.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/file0068.jpgKoyasanhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/file0040.jpgCedars of Koyasanhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/file0001.jpgSeated Buddha, Mount KoyaThe giant cemetery of Koyasan is dotted a mixture of old and new, this Buddha seems fairly new...https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/b220174.jpgKoyasan buildingThis mountain top sanctuary is full of hidden gems just off the beaten trail. We found this building hidden at the end of a old trail.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/b220171.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/b220151.jpgCedar Tree NumberParticularly fine cedar trees are given number to record their history. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/b220132.jpgA Tiny Pathhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/b220131.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA2015-09-14T04:23:17+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2015/04/29/johnnys-take-away-nara/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190449-2.jpgPapillonhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b1904491.jpgPapillonhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190453.jpgTiny Dog at Johnny's Take AwayThe food at Johnny's is amazing the company even better, you will be happy you went.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190449.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190440.jpgWee Dog at Johnny's Take Away, NaraNot only is the chicken amazing but there is also this wee dog who sleeps in a baby stroller! https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190479.jpgJohnny's Take Away, NaraThere is a tiny restaurant in Nara, Japan called Johnny's Take Away. This place is a gem, they make the BEST karaage (Japanese fried chicken).https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190478.jpgPapillon at Johnny's Take AwayThis little guy will wait in his stroller until something of note happens, then he will emerge in his finest jumper (note he has easy access to all his toys, stored in the bottom of the stroller)https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190477.jpgJohnny's Take Away with DogWhen you are in Nara, check out Johnny's Take Away you will leave feeling like you have just made several new friends!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190473.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190458.jpgPapillon Dog, Johnny's Take Away, NareThis little Papillon is eager to please and has a wide variety of flawless tricks that he will perform under the careful watch of his owner.2015-04-30T02:52:59+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2015/04/05/tiny-hippo-makes-a-friend-in-yoshikien-garden/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/pb190332.jpgTiny Hippo in a Treehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/pb190321.jpgNara Yoshikien Gardenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/pb190313.jpgLantern in Yoshikien Gardenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190390.jpgYoshikien Gardenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190387.jpgPath in Nara Gardenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190381.jpgTiny Hippo Moss Gardenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190377.jpgFountainhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190376.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190373.jpgTiny Hippo with Mosshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/b190364.jpgYoshikien Garden Path2015-09-14T04:25:57+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2015/02/28/nara-the-city-of-deer/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b201058.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/pb200560.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b200616.jpgNara Deer in the Morninghttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b200709.jpgTiny Hippo Rescued From the DeerThank you, kind lady, you have saved me from a horrific fate. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b200650.jpgNara Deer CrackersYes, that's it, distract them with your crackers!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b200663.jpgTiny Hippo Surrounded by Nara DeerThings are getting a bit cramped in here,https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b200676.jpgTiny Hippo with Nara DeerThey are everywhere! Please, someone help me!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b200639.jpgTiny Hippo and DeerOh! I did not see your friend behind me, you must forgive my rudeness at not complimenting both of you fine ladies this lovely morning. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b200657.jpgDeer and a Tiny Hippo in NaraWhy hello, what long eyelashes you have, madam. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b200725.jpgNara Park Deer FallHere comes one now, what a rare treat!2015-09-14T04:27:52+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2015/02/10/old-daijoin-temple-garden/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc00493.jpgDSC00493https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc00487.jpgDSC00487https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc00470.jpgOld Daijoin Temple Garden, Narahttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b190153.jpgOld Daijoin Temple GardenThis is the Old Daijoin Temple Garden that was created in the 12th century. It is just a short walk from Nara Hotel and well worth the visit. The building in the background is Nara Hotel.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b190147.jpgDucks at Old Daijoin Temple Garden, Narahttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b190146.jpgTiny Hippo at Old Daijoin Temple Garden, NaraThe Zen of the gardens is felt by even the smallest of hippos.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b190130.jpgBridge at Old Daijoin Temple Garden, Narahttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b190115.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/b190056.jpgSmall fountainhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/dsc00494.jpgTiny Hippo Old Daijoin Temple Garden, Nara2015-02-11T02:43:46+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2015/01/22/tiny-hippo-explores-nara-hotel/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pb200008.jpgTiny Mail Box Nara HotelThis is a very small mail box, just for Tiny Hipposhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pb200003.jpgTiny Hippo Plays a GameThere are game tables in the lounge, now if someone could explain the rules I am sure I would be quite good at this.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/pb180002.jpgTwin Room in Nara HotelThis is my glorious room, they gave little old me two beds, how posh!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/b201149.jpgTiny Hippo Dines at Nara HotelThis is mine. I know they gave me two forks, but don't get any ideas!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/b201146.jpgTiny Hippo with FlowersI enjoyed the fresh flowers that were at the table while I was waiting for my teahttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/b200563.jpgNara Hotel DrivewayThis is Tiny Hippo reporting to you from Nara Hotel, a 1909 luxury hotel. Join me while we explore!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/b200557.jpgLobby of Nara HotelThis is the hotel's lobby where you will often see tourists who want a peak at this historic hotel.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/b200545.jpgNara Hotel LoungeThis is the hotel's lounge for all the fine ladies and gentlemenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/b200542.jpgNara Hotel BarI made sure to visit the bar in the evening it was so prettyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/b200538.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA2015-01-23T03:49:07+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2015/01/05/travel-tip-from-a-tiny-hippo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/b180065.jpgMount Fujihttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/b180019.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/b180012.jpgTiny Hippo Rides the Bullet TrainThe Shinkansen or bullet train is an ideal way to travel in Japan. The ride is very comfortable, punctual, and there always seems to be a train when you need one.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/b180002.jpgMount Fuji from Bullet TrainRelax, eat a snack, and watch the beautiful countryside as you travel across the country without a care in the world. That is Mount Fuji in the distance. 2015-01-06T03:35:43+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/12/16/harajuku-and-a-tiny-hippo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b150509.jpgSailor MoonHere we Sailor Moon handing out some moon candieshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b150511.jpgHarajuku GirlThis Harajuku girl is sporting the cutest of all bunny bags https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b150507.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b150501.jpgHarajuku GirlsThese rad girls nom on some pastries while they stroll down the street (do the kids still say rad?)https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b150475.jpgWaldos in HarajukuOh oh look there, a group of Waldos! https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b150253.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/pb150053.jpgTiny Hippo HidesOnce you have found your watching perch, just wait for the fashion to beginhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/pb150051.jpgTiny Hippo Finds a Hiding PlaceFind an out of the way place to watch the crowds, don't mind my assistant. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/pb150014.jpgRabbit Mannequin in HarajukuFor great people watching in Tokyo, head to Harajuku2014-12-17T03:00:52+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/12/03/tiny-hippo-has-a-rest/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b170180.jpgKoiContemplate some Koi at the local gardenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b160536.jpgTea and Cake in TokyoIndulge in tea and cake in Harajuku, nom nom nomhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b140217.jpgSwan Boatshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b140036.jpgEdo Print LightBreak up the trudge of sightseeing with some relaxing momentshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/dsc00363.jpgSwan Boat Shinobazu Pond in UenoWatch the people pedal around in the giant swan boats on Shinobazu pond, very relaxinghttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b170310.jpgCat Subway Train, TokyoSeriously, the whole car is full of cute photos of cats, you can't help but be happy!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/12/b170306.jpgCat Subway Train, TokyoAnd to finish the day ride the allusive cat subway train home2014-12-09T16:18:07+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/12/01/tiny-hippo-visits-mori-art-museum/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/pb160279.jpgTiny Hippo ColorsWhen you order something from the cafe they give you cool markers to play with. I colored in the pen drawing inspired by the Pixiv exhibition at the museum.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/pb160276.jpgTiny Hippo with the Best ParfaitTo end me trip to the Mori Art Museum I had to get a parfait. It was the cutest parfait ever! Look at all the little chicks in it made out of cake!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/pb160271.jpgCafe at Mori Art Museum TokyoThen there was the cafe where you could make your own master pieces. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/pb160246.jpgTiny Hippo Mori MuseumFirst, there was the Tokyo City View Sky Deck where even the tiniest of hippos can feel like king of the world.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/pb160245.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/pb160244.jpgTiny Hippo Tokyo City ViewFirst, there was the Tokyo City View Sky Deck where even the tiniest of hippos can feel like king of the world.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/pb160243.jpgTiny Hippo at Mori Art Museum Tokyo City ViewI went to Mori Art Museum to see some fun contemporary art exhibitions but I was distracted by many things.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/pb160240.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/dsc00392.jpgDSC003922014-12-02T15:25:53+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/11/23/bird-watching-in-tokyo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/b150407.jpgBird Photography with Huge LensesThese gentlemen were doing some bird photography with very fancy camera equipment.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/b150388.jpgBird landing on fingerLittle did they know that all they needed to do was make the peace symbol for a cell phone picture and a bird would randomly land on it.2014-11-23T06:47:01+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/11/04/tiny-hippo-packs-camera-gear/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/a250082.jpgTiny Hippo with Huge LensOh bother, I'll have to get one of my tall companions to carry the rest for mehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/a250074.jpgTiny Hippo with Hit CameraTiniest things get packed firsthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/dsc00125.jpgTiny Hippo with his Camera GearI have gathered all the necessities for my trip to Japan2014-11-22T11:10:06+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/11/22/travel-safety/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/b150453.jpgSubway Warning SignToday's travel tip comes as a warning. No matter how delightful your hat maybe, don't try to fetch it if it falls on the subway tracks. A nice man with a long, non threatening, grabbing device will assist you with the return of the lost item. 2014-11-22T10:40:43+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/11/21/tiny-hippo-meets-tokyo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/10624738_10102190954591400_7031934471300944143_n.jpgBeef Curry PuppyFirst the donuts that looked like cats, bunnies, pigs, and even frogs then I discovered a beef curry that looked like a puppy!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/b150447.jpgFloresta Nature DoughnutsI have finialy arrived in Tokyo and have discovered that everything is adorable or kawaii!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/b150449.jpgTiny Hippo Eats Frog DonutWhat I had not anticipated was how delicious all the cuteness would be!2014-11-23T06:45:05+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/about/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/b140098.jpgTiny Hippo's Main ChaperonTiny Hippo's main chaperon2018-03-11T17:53:05+00:00weekly0.6https://meanderingsabound.com/2014/10/26/tiny-hippo-creates-chaos/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/pa220055.jpgTiny Hippo Demolishes CityTremble, foolish mortals!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/pa220048.jpgTiny Hippo Sets Fire to the Cityhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/pa220044.jpgTiny Hippo Topples BuildingI shall topple all your buildings!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/pa220047.jpgTiny Hippo Topples BuildingsOops... what fragile buildingshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/pa220035.jpgTiny Hippo the Monster?This city shall know my wrath!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/a250095.jpgTiny Hippo Wakes from NightmareEeeekkk! What a terrible nightmare!2014-10-27T13:27:37+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/10/07/tiny-hippo-gets-organized/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/pa070016-2-2.jpgTiny Hippo gets Organizedbut an organized Hippo is a happy Hippo!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/pa070016-2.jpgTiny Hippo Organizesbut an organized Hippo is a happy Hippo!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/pa070004-2.jpgTiny Hippo Learns KanjiNew adventure can be overwhelming, but a prepared Hippo is a Happy Hippo!2014-10-08T02:24:11+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/08/31/tiny-hippo-sunbathing/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p8310439.jpgTiny Hippo Sunbathing This is Tiny Hippo, working tirelessly, yes indeed! 2014-09-01T13:57:12+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/07/28/update-from-a-dapper-cat-man/2014-07-29T02:52:14+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/06/22/st-marks-basilica-and-doges-palace-explored-by-a-tiny-hippo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p2140463.jpgThe Courtyard Between the Basilica and the PalaceThe courtyard between the basilica and the palace was lovely in the afternoon light.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/p2140048.jpgSan Marco from Doge's Palacehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p2140465.jpgTiny Hippo in Fornt of the Arco FoscariJoin me as I burrow about Doge's Palace and the Basilica San Marco.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p2140459.jpgThe Tetrarchs and a Tiny HippoThese ancient fellows like to keep secrets, I explained that secrets don't make friends, they are much more open now.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p2140453.jpgPiazzetta San MarcoWhen visiting the Basillica San Marco be sure to visit the balcony for some great photos.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p2140452.jpgTiny Hippo in VeniceHope you enjoyed my quick exploration of these treasures of Venice, until next time, toodle-pip!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p2140450.jpgTiny Hippo Takes a SelfieI was trying to master the art of the "selfie" while I was in Venice, did I do it right?https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p2140440.jpgPorta della Carta Doge's Palacehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p2140437.jpgTiny Hippo in Fornt of the Porta della CartaHere I am in front of the 15th century entrance of Doge's Palace.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p2140068.jpgThe Giants' Staircase with a Tiny HippoHere I am in front of the Giants' Staircase, surprisingly, there is a swing just for Tiny Hippos stung across the stairs. 2014-06-23T18:04:48+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/05/29/tiny-hippo-enjoys-the-tastes-of-italy/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p2170426.jpgTiny Hippo with EspressoAfter the gelato, I enjoyed a wee cup of espresso. Now I can conquer all my travel adventures! https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p2170423.jpgTiny Hippo with GelatoLike this marvelous gelato I found at La Torinese in Bologna, Italy.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/p2170318.jpgTiny Hippo in a PurseI know that traveling can be overwhelming, but keep faith there is always something grand to look forward to.2014-06-01T21:09:18+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/04/28/tiny-hippo-and-leonardo-da-vinci/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140540.jpgTiny Hippo Testing da Vinci ToolThis device shows how ball barrings can be used.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140537.jpgDredger da Vinci MachineI just don't know about this one, the sign says it is a dredger, but it looks more like a cranberry harvester.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140535.jpgDa Viinci's Vertical OrnitotteroI am afraid he may have made this flying machine a bit too small for Tiny Hippos.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140532.jpgDa Vinci Hang GliderThis glider looks more suited to my kind, I knew old da Vinci wouldn't let me down!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140528.jpgDa Vinci GearsAfter all the excitement of touring so many da Vinci creations I need to unwind for a bit. See you next time!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140524.jpgTiny Hippo uses da Vinci MachineThis autolocking wheel must have been used to lift very heavy cakes without worrying about the weight falling backwards.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140522.jpgTiny Hippo uses Cam HammerThis Leonard da Vinci must have used this machine to crack open nuts when he was feeling peckish.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140105.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140103.jpgDa Vinci Exhibition Venice2014-04-29T13:19:54+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/04/07/tiny-hippo-tours-the-churches-of-venice/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140400.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140010.jpgSan Salvador SculpturesWhat a fabulous hat that man has!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p2140333.jpgSan Salvador, VeniceThe facade of San Salvador is adorned with many figureshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/san-trovaso.jpgSan Trovaso, VeniceSan Trovaso has two identical facades. This was so that the two rival Venetian factions, the Nicolotti and Castellani, could each have their own entrance of equal importance. I wonder where the Tiny Hippos enter.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/san-rocco.jpgSan Rocco, VeniceSan Rocco is one of five plague churches in Venice. These votive churches were built as symbols of thanks for the city's deliverance from plague epidemics.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/st-nicholas-of-tolentino.jpgSan Nicolò da TolentinoHere is the church of San Nicolò da Tolentino, my favorite part is the clothes line on the left.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/santa-maria-dei-miracoli-side.jpgFacade Santa Maria dei Miracoli, VeniceSanta Maria dei Miracoli went through a ten year restoration project ending in 1997 which stabilized and brightened the colored marble.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/santa-maria-dei-miracoli.jpgSanta Maria dei Miracoli, VeniceThis is the lovely church of Santa Maria dei Miiracoli, just after sunrise. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/san-giorgio-maggiore-churchtinyhippo2.jpgTiny Hippo and Church of San Giorgio MaggioreWelcome to Venice, I the Tiny Hippo, will be your esteemed guide! Let us start a whirlwind tour of the churches of this ancient city!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/san-giorgio-maggiore-church2.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA2014-04-08T02:37:02+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/03/05/sunrise-in-venice/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140662.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140793.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140788.jpgMan Painting Sunrise in VeniceArtists rise early to bask in the glory of the view.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140776.jpgVenice Cost SunriseSun over the water.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140691.jpgSunrise in VeniceSunrise in Venicehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140667.jpgSunrise in Northern VeniceThe sunlight glitters over the water.2014-03-06T22:49:37+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/03/03/church-of-san-zaccaria-as-seen-by-a-small-white-terrier/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140085.jpgTiny White Dog Plays Fetchhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140080.jpgWhite Dog and Flagstoneshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140496.jpgWhite Terrier Venicehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140515.jpgSmall White Dog with Ballhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140481.jpgWhite Terrier and Yellow BallYet when I offer Cat the ball he just ignores it, he must be embarrassed that human never asks him where the ball is.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140097.jpgCat in VeniceMy cat watches from the window with great interst. I know he puts on a stoic front, but sometimes I think my cat wishes he had his very own spiky yellow ball yet he denies this.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140475.jpgTiny White Dog in Venice, ItalyMy magnificent home is next to Campo San Zaccaria.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140506.jpgWhite Dog Playing Fetch at San ZaccariaThey are envious of my church and all the visitors it attracts. My church's visitors will sometimes throw my spiky yellow ball for me.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140503.jpgTiny White Dog in Front of San Zaccariahttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/p2140497.jpgWhite Dog in Front of San ZaccariaI live next to San Zaccaria with my spiky yellow ball. 2014-03-04T03:27:51+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/02/27/bikes-of-ferrara-italy/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110060-4.jpgFerrara Street With Bikerhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110137-3.jpgBikes and Buildings in Ferrara, Italyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2130098.jpgBike Outside Hotel de PratiWhile the natural preferances of bikes was to stay together, there were loners who were happy to take a rest on their own, like this bike outside our excellent hotel.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2130077.jpgBike in an Alley in Ferrara, Italyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2130063.jpgFerrara, City of BikesThere are bikes everywhere in the heart of Ferrara, Piazza della Cattedrale.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2130053.jpgBikes and a CourtyardIn every alcove and portico there were bikes lined up waiting for use.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2130050.jpgRed Bicycle with Basket, Ferrara, ItalyMost of the bicycles were adorned with baskets, everyone needs a good accessory, right? https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120584.jpgVintage Bike in ItalyWhile others were more rough and ragged.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120230.jpgPalazzo dei Diamanti with Biker, Ferrara, Italyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120208.jpgArchway with Biker, Ferrara, Italy2014-02-28T03:36:36+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/02/25/fantastic-cats-of-ferrara-italy/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120568b.jpgCat Looking Fabulousand the strike a fabulous pose that would make the women swoon. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2130071.jpgKitty Cat in ItalyNever has a cat looked so aloof while dozing on top of a car.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120578.jpgBlack and White Cat in the SunThis gentleman was enjoying a splash of afternoon sun.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120568.jpgCat Looking Fabulousand the strike a fabulous pose that would make the women swoon. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120566.jpgLong Haired Tabby CatHe would strut his stuff down the road...https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120565.jpgLong Haired CatWhile this fellow looked like he was the bad boy of the block he was a charmer who all the locals knew and loved.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110994.jpgOrange Cat in ItalyThis stunner was enjoying the view from the top of a car.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110916.jpgMorning Cat in Ferrara, ItalyWe found this sleepy head just waking up in the early mourning. 2014-04-10T04:44:08+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/02/24/girolamo-savonarola-ferrara/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120195-2.jpgGirolamo Savonarola StatueThis dramatic fellow was Girolamo Savonarola, a Ferrara born Dominican friar known for his bonfires of the vanities2014-02-25T03:08:31+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/02/23/castle-estense-castello-estense/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120010-2.jpgCastello Estense at night, Ferrara, ItalyCastle Estense at nighthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110408.jpgCastle Estense and Moat, Ferrara ItalyThe exterior that we see today was completed in the 1500 hundredshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110172-2.jpgDrawbridge of Castle Estense, Ferrara Italyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110036-4.jpgDrawbridge of Castle Estense, Ferrara Italyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110033-4.jpgDrawbridge of Castle Estense, Ferrara Italyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110025-4.jpgCourtyard of Castle Estense, Ferrara, ItalyThis is the courtyard of the castle. The two wells provided water in times of drought and the round stones at the far end of the courtyard were used as ammunition for catapults. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110015-2.jpgCastle Estense and Moat, Ferrara Italyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110014-4.jpgCastello Estense from Piazza Castello, Ferrara, ItalyHere is a view of the castle from Piazza Castello.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2110014-2.jpgDrawbridge of Castle Estense, Ferrara ItalyThe castle has three drawbridges that you can enter through.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120524.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA2014-02-24T14:45:36+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2014/02/22/ferrara-cathedral/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120034.jpgLion Outside Ferrara CathedralFerrara is full of delightful creatures like this griffon who reminded me of a Muppet.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120180-2.jpgInterior of Ferrara Cathedralhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120179-2.jpgCeiling of Ferrara CathedralThe walls and ceiling are beautifully decorated with gilt stucco.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120173-2.jpgCeiling of Ferrara Cathedralhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120172-2.jpgBronze Statues Ferrara CathedralThe bronze statues and crucifixion from the fifteenth century.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120164-2.jpgCeiling of Ferrara Cathedralhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120153-2.jpgNave of Ferrara CathedralThis is the nave of the cathedral looking towards the entrance.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120151-2.jpgNave of Ferrara Cathedralhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120141-2.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/p2120138-2.jpgCeiling of Ferrara Cathedral2014-02-24T11:02:13+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/01/30/tiny-hippo-has-a-snow-day/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/p1300428.jpgTiny Snow HippoWhile I did enjoy my time as the Snow Hippo, I became cold, and decided that Snow Hippos must take many breaks to go inside for hot cocohttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/p1300427.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/p1300424.jpgTiny Hippo Surfaces in the SnowTo reappear in a new location, the drifts provide the Snow Hippo with the stealth he needshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/p1300422.jpgTiny Hippo Digs in the SnowA Snow Hippo does not fear the snow, he dives right inhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/p1300419.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/p1300416.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/p1300414.jpgTiny Hippo and Snow Man with Blue ScarfSnow Hippos do enjoy building new cold weather friends https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/p1300412.jpgTiny Hippo Makes SnowmanSnow Hippos are also creative https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/p1300409.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/p1300404.jpgSnow HippoYes, this Snow Hippo can tackle any challenge winter has to offer!2013-12-28T03:12:27+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/12/27/snow-hippo-makes-an-igloo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc270293-3.jpgSnow Hippo in his IglooA job well done, bask in my brilliance!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc270270.jpgSnow Hippo Constructs IglooAs a well adapted Snow Hippo, I am a master of my own domain!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc270260.jpgSnow Hippo Getting Ready to Build an IglooHello, I am the Snow Hippohttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc270295.jpgFinishing Touches on Igloo Snow Hippos don't shy away from a little decoration, we are a proud peoplehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc270293.jpgSnow Hippo and Little Red WagonA job well done, bask in my brilliance!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc270283.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc270280.jpgTiny Hippo Places Last Blocks in IglooLast oneshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc270274.jpgTiny Blocks for Iglootiny blockhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc270273.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc270271.jpgStacking Blocks of Iglooadfaasf 2013-12-29T03:27:43+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/12/23/tiny-hippo-wrapping-gifts/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc230074.jpgTiny Hippo with Christmas Gift BagsTa-da! Now I have lots of bags to use each year for Christmas, and no more nasty tape and paper mess.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc220062.jpgTiny Hippo with DIY Gift BagFlip the bag right-side outhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc220057.jpgTiny Hippo uses Sewing MachineNow, to the great machine!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc220050.jpgTiny Hippo Pins Christmas BagAvoid pinning your self to the fabric.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc220047.jpgTiny Hippo Cuts FabricFirst, I must cut the fabric with my handy pizza cutter.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pc220035.jpgTiny Hippo Tries to Use Wrapping PaperArrg, wrapping presents is much too messy. There must be a better way2013-12-26T17:43:22+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/11/09/view-of-new-york-city-from-the-new-yorker-hotel/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pb090389.jpgView from New York Hotel and Tiny HippoThis large city is a bit overwhelming for a Tiny Hippo, such as myself!2013-11-12T18:56:09+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/11/06/tiny-hippo-prepares-gifts-for-his-new-york-city-host/2013-12-26T09:39:43+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/11/05/tiny-hippo-gets-ready-for-new-york-city/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pb030017.jpgTiny Hippo Packs his BagsI have my map, camera, scarf (so I don't take a chill), and grapes. What more could a Tiny Hippo need for a trip to the Big Apple? https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/pb030004.jpgA Tiny Hippo Wrapping GiftsTiny Hippos always take gifts to those hosting them, it is only proper!2013-11-09T16:23:05+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/10/30/tiny-hippos-all-hallows-eve/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa300880-2-edit.jpgTiny Hippo and His Halloween Candy Pilehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa300871-2-edit.jpgPA300871-2-Edithttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa290841-edit.jpgTiny Hippo FliesSometimes at terrifying speedshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa290833-edit.jpgTiny Hippo Bat Flies Through the ForestMy silent wings glide through the night air https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa290819-edit.jpgy Hippo is a Master HunterTiny Hippo is a Master Hunter I am a master hunter, know to all as the Deadly Candy Bathttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa290799-edit.jpgTiny Hippo with Big Bat EarsMy huge ears pick up the smallest of crinkly noises2013-10-31T22:07:06+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/10/21/tiny-hippo-goes-hunting/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa110003.jpgPA110003https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa110171.jpgGovernor Dodge State Park, Fall Colorshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa110167.jpgGovernor Dodge State Park, Fall Colorshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa110163.jpgPA110163The forest may seem overwhelming large to even the most adventurous Tiny Hippohttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa110158.jpgPA110158https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa110145.jpgPA110145Sometimes, the best way to view them is to climb a nearby branchhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa110142.jpgPA110142I like these mushrooms they look like turkey tailshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa110140.jpgMilk Thistlehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa110139.jpgGovernor Dodge State Park, Fall Colorshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/pa110128.jpgPA110128Hmmm... These berries look so good, but my mom always told me not to eat mystery berries and I am not sure what these are. Does that mean they are mysterious? 2013-10-25T02:29:36+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/10/03/sisters-garden-and-bloom/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/p4200184.jpgNew and Old Decorationshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/p4200182.jpgLace PennantsSisters also uses many soft light sorces to add a sense of drama and fantasy to each roomhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/p4200180.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/p4200140.jpgPeeling Paint CabinetA wonderful old cabinet with many layers of peeling paint is reflected in another mirrorhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/p4200137.jpgNumbered Stairshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/p4200134.jpgBird Eggs and Nestshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/p4200127.jpgPeach Hutchhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/p4200124.jpgMirrorsMirrors are a key element to the decorating of the shop, they add depth and wonder to the spacehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/p4200123.jpgRomantic Dark DresserAs you can see from the ceiling and walls the merchandice is not the only old thing about Sisters and Bloom. Each shop is housed in old, happily distressed, farm houses.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/p4200110.jpgParking Meter2013-10-04T18:39:38+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/09/24/sunset-on-the-mississippi/2013-10-02T04:12:58+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/05/travel-tip-6-dont-get-locked-in-the-castle/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08872.jpgWaiting at Huntly CastleWaiting sheepishly https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08785.jpgIron BarsThese iron bars were easy for me to slip through, but I could not leave my camera crew behindhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08767.jpgLight at the End of the TunnelA glimmer of hopehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08853.jpgBright ViewThis bright window may appear to be a way out, but the fall is much too longhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08734.jpgArrow Loop in Huntly CastleArrow loop in Huntly Castlehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08812.jpgLock at Huntly CastleThey are serious when they say closing time is at 5:30https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08739.jpgHuntly Castle RuinsHuntly Castle situated in Aberdeenshire, Scotland2013-09-24T01:39:19+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/12/winchester-cathedral/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09383.jpgNave of Winchester CathedralNave and alter of Winchester Cathedralhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09379.jpgNorth TranseptLooking up in the north transepthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09377.jpgNorth Transept Sun Shines InSun shining into the north transept https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09374.jpgThe CryptThe oldest part of the building is the crypt which dates from 1093, it floods frequently https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09362.jpgNorth Transept Winchester CathedralThe north transept shows the original Norman cathedral's stylehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09357.jpgLady Chapel of Winchester CathedralLady Chapel, showing wall paintings from the early 16th centuryhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09355.jpgInterior of Bishop Langton's ChapelInterior of Bishop Langton's Chapelhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09352.jpgBishop Langton's ChapelBishop Langton's Chapelhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09325.jpgWinchester Cathedral ChoirThe choir stalls date from 1308https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09306.jpgInterior of Winchester CathedralQuire from the south side, I think2013-09-24T01:38:54+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/18/kew-palace-the-dutch-house/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07766.jpgHallway of LeavesLooking west down the leafy hallway in the Queen's Gardenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07757.jpgMarble Satyr in Queen's GardenThis marble satyr stands guard next to this leafy hallway https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07751.jpgVenetian Well HeadThis Venetian well head forms the center of the parterre gardenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07747.jpgDuck in the Pond at Kew PalaceThis mallard liked the tranquility offered by this pond in the Queen's Gardenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07750.jpgBack of Kew PalaceThe symmetrical lines of Kew Palace are mirrored in plantings of the Queen's Garden https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07744.jpgThe Queen's Garden at Kew PalaceThe Queen's Garden is a formal garden that lies behind Kew Palacehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07734.jpgKew Palace FrontThe perfectly maintained hedges and topiaries add a key architectural feature to this property https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07732.jpgKew PalaceKew Palace, was once known as the "Dutch House" because of its Dutch gables2013-09-24T01:38:30+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/24/cill-chriosd-christs-church-or-kilchrist-isle-of-skye/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1769.jpgLooking Toward Swordale HouseThis picture was taken from just outside of the ruins, looking east towards Swordale Househttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09910.jpgNewborn LambThis little lamb was perfectly at home in the shadows of the ruins of Cill Chriosdhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1702.jpgSheep at Cill ChriosdCill Chriosd, solemn and serene https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09995.jpgBeinn na Caillich (Red Hills) and Cill ChriosdLooking through the entrace to the the berial enclosure up to Beinn na Caillich https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09993.jpgBeinn na Caillich (Red Hills)The burial enclosure of the parish looking toward Beinn na Caillich (Red Hills)https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09988.jpgBurial Enclosure of Cill ChriosdEast end of Cill Chriosd,showing the burial enclosure https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09997.jpgTree and Burial EnclosureLooking towards the burial enclosurehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09970.jpgTree Growing into Cill Chriosd RuinsWe loved the way this tree has become part of the ruinshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09980.jpgBird Takes Flight from RuinsBird taking flight from the ruinshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09976.jpgBird on Cill ChriosdSheep are not the only visitors to the ruins, this bird watched us while we explored the grounds2014-04-06T00:55:40+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/07/22/kew-gardens-the-pagoda-and-the-japanese-gateway/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc08083.jpgLooking up the Great PagaodaThe Great Pagoda offers a lovely shady spot in which to resthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc08081.jpgPagoda at Kew GardensThe ten story-high Great Pagoda is 163 ft high, making it a great landmark of Kew Gardenshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc08088.jpgPagoda from the Garden of HarmonyPagoda from the Garden of Harmonyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc08096.jpgJapanese GatwayJapanese Gatewayhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc08090.jpgJapanese GatewayChokushi-Mon (https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc08102.jpgJapanese Garden and Gateway, Kew GardensThe Japanese Gateway perched above the Japanese Garden2013-09-24T01:37:24+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/07/30/the-george-peabody-library-baltimore-maryland/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/p5220069.jpgGeorge Peabody Libraryhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/p5220067.jpgGeorge Peabody Libraryhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/p5220065.jpgGeorge Peabody Library Lightshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/p5220051.jpgGeorge Peabody Library StaircaseThe public is not allowed to go up into the stackshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/p5220049.jpgGeorge Peabody Library Lightshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/p5220044.jpgGeorge Peabody LibraryFive tiers of balconies surround the reading area of the libraryhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/p5220043.jpgStacks of the George Peabody LibraryThe stacks of the library are impressive and awe inspiring https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/p5220041.jpgGeorge Peabody Library SkylightThe cathedral like space is heightened with the giant skylight that stretches the with of the roomhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/p5220040.jpgGeorge Peabody Libraryhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/p5220113.jpgGeorge Peabody Library Tables with Tiny HippoThere are plenty of study tables that can be used.2013-09-23T01:47:14+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/09/22/campbell-center/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/p8070248.jpgLast Room in the Old GymOne last glimpse of the old gymhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/p8070245.jpgOld Room in GymI was not able to explore all of the rooms because the light was fading quickly, I pretty much just shoot these last two photos on the fly while i was finding my way out of the gymhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/p8070244.jpgDark Hallway with a Folding Chairhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/p8070239.jpgCaving in Shower Stallshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/p8070236.jpgSinks in ealry 20th century gymI had to take this picture by just sticking my arm around the corner because i could not walk into this room due to all the rubblehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/p8070235.jpgShower Stalls in Old GymThis was the old shower roomhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/p8070224.jpgPing Pong Table in Abandoned GymThere was a Ping Pong table in the room over looking the basketball courthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/p8070220.jpgBasketball Court and Theater From AboveThere was a small room overlooking the basketball courthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/p8070214.jpgBasketball CourtThe basketball court, complete with basketballhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/p8070213.jpgBasketball Court2013-09-23T01:47:00+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/08/19/hot-summer-day-with-tiny-hippo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/p8170022.jpgTiny Hippo is Too HotArgh, it is too hot! https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/p8170164.jpgTiny Hippo is PleasedNothing is better than a vanilla cone on a hot summer's day, Now, I need a dip in the pool, I have made a bit of a mess.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/p8170159.jpgTiny Hippo gets Brain FreezeOh the pain, I ate that way to fast now my brain is cold!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/p8170146.jpgTiny Hippo Makes a Messhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/p8170142.jpgTiny Hippos Love Ice Cream ConesNom nom nom...https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/p8170141.jpgTiny Hippo with Ice Creamhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/p8170140.jpgTiny Hippo Eats Ice Cream ConeDelicious, the dino sprinkles really make it goodhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/p8170137.jpgThe Perfect Ice Cream ConeNow it is the perfect ice cream cone, now to take it outside and enjoyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/p8170133.jpgTiny Hippo with Conehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/p8170127.jpgSprinkles Come from AboveSprinkles, thank you Sprinkle Fairy! 2013-08-25T15:52:29+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/07/09/baltimore-sculptures/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/p5220265.jpgBoy with Turtle FountainThere was a wee turtle and a child playing in a fountainhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/p5220256.jpgBoy with Turtlehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/p5220296.jpgNaiad Fountain by Grace TurnbullThere was a pretty lady in a different fountain, doing stretches https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/p5220288.jpgNaiad Fountain by Grace Turnbullhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/p5220283.jpgAntoine-Louis Barye Force SculptureThere was a series of four sculptures representing different themes. This one is Force.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/p5220280.jpgAntoine-Louis Barye Order Sculpturehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/p5220276.jpgAntoine-Louis Barye Order SculptureOrder was the most frightening statue, I had to run away from a very large cat!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/p5220233.jpghttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/p5200235.jpgBaltimore's Washington MonumentThe Washington Monument stands tall behind the Marquis de Lafayette atop his noble steed.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/p5200286.jpgRoger B. Taney Statue2016-09-10T10:35:59+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/06/06/jellies-invasion-exhibit-at-national-aquarium-baltimore/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5200457.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5200453.jpgNorthern Sea Nettle JellyfishNorthern Sea Nettle Jellyfishhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5200449.jpgNorthern Sea Nettle JellyfishNorthern Sea Nettle Jellyfishhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5200443.jpgNorthern Sea Nettle JellyfishHere you can see all of his great tentacles, they can reach a length of 10 feet!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5200694.jpgLion's Mane JellyfishLion's Mane Jellyfishhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5200689.jpgLion's Mane Jellyfishhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5200684.jpgLion's Mane JellyfishThis gentleman is perhaps a Lion's Mane Jelly?https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5200680.jpgLion's Mane JellyfishLion's Mane Jellyfishhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5200664.jpgLion's Mane JellyfishLion's Mane Jellyfishhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5200653.jpgLion's Mane JellyLion's Mane Jelly2013-06-07T17:49:15+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/05/18/tiny-hippo-goes-to-baltimore/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5180021.jpgTiny Hippo Looks out Over the CloudsI have started my journey to Baltimorehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5180031.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5180028.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5180026.jpgTiny Hippo and SuitcaseI just can't wait!2013-06-09T20:45:14+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/05/16/tiny-hippo-goes-to-the-railroad-garden/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc09184.jpgThe White House in MiniatureNo tour of the landmarks of America would be complete without a glimpse of the White House, and my was it impresive, with its large green lawn and organic vegetable gardenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc09155.jpgTrain ClosetAt the center of the train garden was a small depot housing trains not currently in usehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc09137.jpgTiny Hippo and Santa Fe TrainLet me welcome you to the Chicago Botanic Garden's https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc09103.jpgModel Train High Above the GroundTrains chug along tracks high above the ground, they must get dizzy, right?https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc09027.jpgSan Francisco HillsThe hilly landscape of San Francisco is looked down from by a trolly car.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc09007.jpgSeattle Space NeedleThe Seattle Space Needle looks better than ever made from branches and a large mushroomhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc08990.jpgMack Engine LocomotiveThis small Mack Engine delivers open passenger cars to a station.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc09082.jpgMinature Napa ValleyI just loved the miniature Napa vinyards filled with the smallest grape vines (of the ivy variety)https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5110231.jpgMark Twain's Boyhood HomeWhile admiring Mark Twain's boyhood home I noticed a colorful tent in the distance...https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5110221.jpgTiny Train High AboveTrains chug along tracks high above the ground, they must get dizzy, right?2013-05-24T14:06:09+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/05/13/tulip-time/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc07295.jpgCity of Pella with Tiny HippoEverything is very clearly labeled in this fine townhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc07261.jpgSONY DSCOrange and Yellow Tuliphttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc07255.jpgTiny Hippo with Yellow and Red TulipsThe Tulips may have still been wet from the rain but they still made for a great place to frolic gleefully, as only Tiny Hippo's are known to do https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5050053.jpgWindmillWindmillhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5050034.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAOrange Tulipshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5050025.jpgValery Gagiev TulipValery Gregiev Tuliphttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5050014.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5050012.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/p5050002.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERATiny Hippo and the Tulipshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/dsc07573.jpgSONY DSC2013-05-17T04:11:57+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/04/15/spring-is-in-the-air/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/springburrow.jpgTiny Hippo with DaffodilsIt is spring! I spent the afternoon relaxing in the yard amongst a clump of delightfully decadent daffodils! 2013-04-16T13:13:27+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/03/17/of-burrowers-and-butterflies/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/dsc07007.jpgOrange and Black ButterflyThis butterfly reminds me of a might tiger, eekhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/dsc06979.jpgBright Green and Black Butterflyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/dsc06975.jpgSONY DSChttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/dsc06973.jpgButterfly Flapping WingsI kept startling the butterflies as approached to make friends, they seem to be very timidhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/dsc06971.jpgTiny Hippo with Yellow and Black ButterflyThis kind lady shared her secrets of finding the best flowers with me; sadly, I am sworn to secrecyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/dsc06970.jpgSONY DSChttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/dsc06967.jpgTiny Hippo and MothTo end my visit, I sat quietly with this fellow, he seemed rather tired, I was not sure why, the butterflies seemed to think that was normal for his kind, whatever, that meanshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/dsc06964.jpgSONY DSChttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/dsc06958.jpgBlack and red butterflyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/dsc06956.jpgTiny Hippo with ButterflyHowever, once I explained that I would not steal their flowers they warmed up to me2013-03-26T13:57:14+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/02/13/valentines-day-surprise/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/p2120702.jpgTiny Hippo and a RoseOh my, what a beautiful rose!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/p2120723.jpgTiny Hippo Finds a Love NoteNom, nom, nom. That was a delicious gift, I wounder who it was from?https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/p2120691.jpgTiny Hippo Finds his Valentine's Day GiftWhat is this? A Valentine's Day gift for a Tiny Hippo?https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/p2120683.jpgTiny Hippo and Magical HeartsWow! An envelope full of love, it must be from a secret admirer. Happy Valentine's Day!2013-02-15T21:52:01+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/01/13/fabulous-french-toast/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/p1060197.jpgBest French ToastThe French toast is topped off with our tart berry compote and Kahloa whipped cream2013-02-06T15:30:36+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/01/06/childrens-room-fairy-tale/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/pc300079.jpgMiniature Dollhouse Children's RoomThe adoring teddy bear prince calls to his lady love to let down her hair2013-02-28T10:27:58+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2013/01/03/check-out-my-ride/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc04351.jpgT-Rex Push ToyRexy, let's go see the world!2013-01-05T18:01:57+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/12/30/happy-new-years-eve-from-a-tiny-hippo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pc300127.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pc300121.jpgSpiced Mint JulepSpiced Mint Julephttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/pc300117.jpgTiny Hippo with New Year's DrinkIt is New Year's Eve, a time for revelry, tiny hats, and fancy drinks!2012-12-31T14:48:17+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/12/30/spiced-mint-julep/2012-12-31T05:32:16+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/12/25/christmas-with-a-tiny-hippo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc05033.jpgMiniature Japanese Hit Spy Camera in Yellow Case 1950sOh cool! A miniature Japanese Hit camera from the 1950s! This is just the right size for a Tiny Hippo with an artistic side. Now, to find the perfect subject!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc05030.jpgMiniature Japanese Hit Spy Camera in Yellow CaseWhat a great case, this looks promising! https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc05029.jpgTiny Hippo Opening Christmas CamerasLast chance for the perfect gifthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc05022.jpgTiny Hippo with medium format cameraHmmm, this seems a bit large for everyday usehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc05012.jpgZeiss Ikonta Medium Format Folding Camera for ChristmasEEEEE... A Zeiss Ikonta medium format folding camera with pop up view finder!!!!!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc05011.jpgZeiss Ikonta Medium Format Folding CameraNice, a vintage camera is just what I was hoping for! https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc05010.jpgPretty Gift for a Tiny HippoLet me see what is in this boxhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc05007.jpgTiny OM is Too TinyOn second thoughts, this camera is too small even for mehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc05005.jpgTiny OM in a Tiny BoxWhat a tiny camera, how perfecthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc05002.jpgTiny Hippo and a Tiny BoxThis package is oh so cute!2013-01-15T14:05:29+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/12/09/tasty-treats-for-the-christmas-tree/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc046301.jpgTiny Hippo with Tasty TreeWhat a delectable treat, I mean tree, just for me.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc04630.jpgTiny Hippo with Yummy Christmas TreeWhat a delectable treat, I mean tree,just for me!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc04642.jpgSugar Covered Star OrnamentAnd lastly, top it all off with a sugary star!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc04650.jpgGingerbread Christmas OrnamentsSome of my expertly decorated gingerbread cookies go on next.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc04660.jpgCandy Christmas OrnamentsSome peppermint sticks and gum drops will go nicely with the salty popcorn.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc04671.jpgTiny Hippo Has No FearA tiny hippo must have no fear, the popcorn will not hang itself. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc04665.jpgSONY DSChttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc04669.jpgHippo and PopcornEven distribution of the popcorn is key.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc046841.jpgTiny Hippo ChristmasA delicious tree just for me to eat?https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/dsc04674.jpgStringing a popcorn garlandI must season this tree, a sting of popcorn will be the perfect start!2013-01-04T03:36:26+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/11/21/tiny-hippo-creates-the-perfect-hostess-gift/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/dsc03974.jpgTiny Hippo Delivering CaramelsOnce you lovey caramels have been all wrapped up safe and sound, all that is left is for you to take them to all those fancy parties where it is only proper to give a great give.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/dsc03922.jpgTiny Hippo Wrapping CaramelsNow for the fun part! Set up a work station for the caramel wrapping extravaganza. You will need the cut caramels, squares of wax paper, and a neat surface to roll the caramel up the paper.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/dsc03892.jpgCutting Caramles with Tiny HipoInstead of scarfing down the whole block of caramel just divide it into even rectangles or squares using a sharp knife or a pizza cutterhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/dsc03881.jpgApple Cider Caramels waiting to be cutAlright, remove the caramels from the pan using the parchment paper. While you may be tempted to wrap this huge block up and keep it for yourself, willpower must prevail. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/dsc03996.jpgSpiced Apple Cider Caramels, perfect for giving to party hostsBehold! These lovely cider caramels are a hit for anyone who tries them, and they look so cute in a little bowl or even a mason jar with a bow. 2013-04-25T19:28:15+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/10/29/how-to-carve-a-pumpkin-halloween-laboratory/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/dsc03314.jpgTiny Hippo with PumpkinThere is nothing better than an experiment well done, and new friend to show for ithttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/dsc03307.jpgLit PumpkinFinally, bask in the splendor of your creationhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/dsc03294.jpgTiny Hippo Lights PumpkinNext, set the experiment aglow! https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/dsc03280.jpgCarving the face of pumpkinNow, carefully make your cutshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/dsc03272.jpgCleaning out the pumpkinExcavate the subject, this will be messyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/dsc03260.jpgOpening Halloween PumpkinMake the incisions for opening the gourdhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/dsc03243.jpgTiny Hippo Puts on Goggles Now, don your protective eye warehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/dsc03231.jpgClean the PumpkinPrepare the patient for the operationhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/dsc03212.jpgTools for Carving PumpkinLay out all your clean tools, an organized scientist is a good scientist https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/dsc03200.jpgScience BubblesOops, too many bubbles!2015-10-07T00:03:28+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/07/spring-shoes/2012-09-11T03:48:59+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/07/a-baby-ducks-first-adventure/2012-09-11T03:47:45+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/09/09/tiny-hippo-at-the-apple-orchard/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc02471_1.jpgWalking home with prized appleMy hard work has paid off, I can go home with my prize, after I show it to a few friends, of coursehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc02468_1.jpgLittle Red Wagon Full of ApplesOnce I have my apple plucked from the tree I put it in my red wagon, it is the perfect size for such thingshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc02460_1.jpgApples in a Tree with a HippoAh, at last I reach my lovely apple, how crisp it looks!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc02454_1.jpgClimbing an Apple TreeWhile many say tree climbing is an extreme sport for tiny hippos, I say they are weak of heart and don't know the true meaning of fallhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc02451_1.jpgRope up to ApplesNow then, once I secured my climbing rope in the tree it is time to climb!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc02441_1.jpgRope for Tree ClimbingI like to use a sturdy rope with knots in it to reach the appleshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc02432_1.jpgPlanning in the Apple OrchardFirst, develop a battle plan, you don't want to get half way to your dream apple only to be foiled at the last minute by poor planninghttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc02434_1.jpgClimbing a bucketGetting the best apples is always a bit of a challengehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc02428_1.jpgTiny Hippo in the Apple OrchardEnough with delightfully tasty flowers, while at the orchard, apples are my ultimate objectivehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/dsc02410_11.jpgPumpkin Flowers are so GoodI do love a good pumpkin flower!2012-10-16T18:34:27+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/08/21/tangy-red-rice-salad-with-apricots/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc02025.jpgRed Rice Salad with Apricots 2012-08-21T17:51:57+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/08/02/activities-for-when-the-electricity-goes-out/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc01649.jpgTiny Hippo and Kitten CuddleDon't forget that you can always end the evening with a nice cuddle https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc01749.jpgTiny Purple Hippo Makes a DrinkWhile your in the kitchen, make yourself a delightful drink like a spiced whiskey sour (recipe coming soon)https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc01769.jpgIce Cream Sundae in the DarkMake yourself an ice cream sundae, it is just going to melt and go to wastehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc01758.jpgTiny Hippo Shadow Puppet ShowInstead of being frightened by the shadows, make yourself a puppet showhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc01714.jpgKitten and Tiny HippoIt is probably just an adorable kittenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc01655.jpgCat ShadowDon't be frightened by any strange shadows that your flashlight may create https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc01627.jpgHippo Finds LightsNow that you have a mobile light source, you can hunt down all the candles and flashlights in your househttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc01619.jpgHippo on Move with LightUsing some yarn, tie your illuminated mushroom to your back. This will help improve your mobility in the dark.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc01616.jpgHippo and Mushroom Nightlight First, find your emergency rechargeable mushroom light, and turn it on2012-11-21T18:37:01+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/08/07/spiced-whiskey-sour/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc017491.jpgTiny Hippo makes Spiced Whiskey SourEven a Tiny Hippo can make this drink in the dark, it is that easy and oh so goodhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc01797.jpgSpiced Whiskey Sourshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/dsc01797b.jpgSpiced Whiskey Sour2013-01-02T19:11:33+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/07/28/diy-baby-name-letters-for-nursery/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc09917.jpgNursery LettersThe dots on the tail of the squirrel which I think makes him extra greathttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc09898.jpgFinished Letters for NurseryDon't forget to get a fun picture of your completed letters https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc09912.jpgLetters for BabyThese letters are a great gift 2012-07-29T02:51:46+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/07/08/avoiding-post-vacation-blues/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc09270.jpgPloughman PicnicHere is my ploughman's sandwich with a lovely picnic spread 2012-07-16T08:26:52+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/07/15/spicy-apple-chutney/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc01350.jpgPloughman's Sandwich with Spicy Apple ChutneyThis ploughman's sandwich will make you feel like you are back in the United Kingdomhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc01333.jpgFinal ChutneyCompleted chutney with cranberries addedhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc01332.jpgChutney Simmering AwayThis is how the chutney will look while you are simmering ithttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc01330.jpgOnion and Spice MixtureThis is what the onions should look like after about 8 minutes, note that they are not browned. We are just looking for the onions to become slightly tender and the spice profile to develop. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc01359.jpgSpicy Apple Chutney Spicy apple chutney stores nicely for several weeks in a glass jarhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc01322.jpgChutney ingredients Gather the ingredients before you start the cooking process 2012-07-16T07:42:46+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/07/14/grackles-in-the-garden/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00851.jpgThe best GrackleIn the end, this grackle was able to hold on to his prize spot as the best bather!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00864.jpgDiscovery!Then the intruding grackle makes his presence known!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00870.jpgGrackles in the WaterWait for it...https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00859.jpgWaiting for the MomentSplosh Splash https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00857.jpgGrackle in the WaterStill unaware of his rival this grackle splashes about with pure joyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00855.jpgDistracted BirdsAs soon as this grackle became distracted with his bath another grackle decides to sneak into the picturehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00848.jpgSplashing AboutOne must be very fast about enjoying the birdbathhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00841.jpgGrackles Love WaterBeing sure to puff himself up, Mr grackle is able to drive off the rival water goer https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00838.jpgGrackles at the BirdbathMr grackle has to stand his ground when others try to disturb his peaceful bath timehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00835.jpgGrackle at BirdbathThe birdbath is also a great place to take a bath, but be warned, others will want to join in...2012-07-14T20:27:42+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/07/04/travel-tip-9-how-to-get-the-most-out-of-every-day/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1610.jpgAzaleas at Kew GardensStop and smell the Azaleas, but be sure not to eat too many of them, people will noticehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc07322.jpgHippo in the British MuseumThis colorful camel was able to show me around the British Museum, a place he has called home for several yearshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/img_1607.jpgWater Fountain and a HippoThe fountain in the Queen's Garden at Kew Gardens is a great place to rehydrate https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc07678.jpgKew Gardens, Umbrella PlantThese umbrellay plants at Kew Gardens provide an excellent shady spot in which to take a quick break2012-07-04T19:09:27+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/07/01/loch-slapin-isle-of-skye/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00074.jpgLoch Slapin and Bla Bheinn and Clach GlasThe sun slipping behind the mountains, across from Loch Slapinhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00072.jpgLoch SlapinLoch Slapin, an ideal retreathttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/dsc00080.jpgLoch Slapin, Isle of SkyeBla Bheinn and Clach Glas mountains from the opposite side of Loch Slapin2012-07-04T19:14:28+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/27/tiny-hippo-in-the-silver-room-at-the-victoria-and-albert-museum/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08270.jpgHallmark from V&ARetrieve your treasure, it is your badge of honor for a wonderful visit to the Silver Galleries at the Victoria and Albert Museumhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08268.jpgPress for HallmarkApply all your force on the leverhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08266.jpgHallmark PressPlace silvery disc under the press, be sure to center it evenly https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08258.jpgHallmarks or Maker's Marks on SilverOne can first view real hallmarks through magnifier glass on the works displayed in the galleries before trying to create a hallmarkhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08274.jpgHiding in SteinOne can easily play hide and seek in the silver steinshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08257.jpgMiniatures in the Silver Room at V&AWhile children may have been the intended users of these pieces, one should not negate the ways in which a tiny hippo could take advantage of them, if only someone would open the case for himhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08253.jpgSilver Bird ScissorsThis sharp bird scissors is just one of the many whimsical things that lives in the silver galleryhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc082521.jpgMinton Ceramic ColumnMinton Ceramic Column in the Silver Gallerieshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08240.jpgTiny Hippo in the Ceramic StaircaseThe Ceramic Staircase is as functional as it is fanciful and no one mind of a tiny hippo slides down the banister; in fact, a small crowd tends to form while hippos slide down the staircase.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08241.jpgCeramic Staircase, Victoria and AlbertThe Ceramic Staircase is a remarkable work of art that is as functional as it is fanciful 2012-06-27T05:11:33+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/21/the-needles-isle-of-wight/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc02103.jpgNeedles Marching Out ot SeaThe Needles marching out to seahttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc02107.jpgNeedles, Isle of WightThe little building at the end of the Needles is a light house that was built in 1859https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc02101.jpgNeedles, Isle of Wight The wind on the waves was wonderful 2012-06-22T13:39:00+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/18/kew-gardens-golden-pheasant-dont-give-a-hoot/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07890.jpgGolden PheasantHe will leave when he wants to, don't mind him.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07893.jpgGolden Phesant at Kew GardensGolden Pheasant at Kew Gardens does not care what you think2012-06-18T05:23:40+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/15/kew-gardens-the-adventure-continues/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07881.jpgMama and Goslings"Come dears, its time to continue on our walk."https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07872.jpgGoslings Fight Over Bread"Aww! Come back here!"https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07874.jpgBaby Geese"Whats that there! No, don't look, its for me!"https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc078511.jpgGoose with a Mouthful"Mmm... yes still good."https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07844.jpgMama Goose and GoslingsThe wee goslings could not find the bread on their own, mama had to show them where to find it.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07851.jpgMama Goose with a Row of Goslings The wee goslings could not find the bread on their own, mama had to show them where to find it. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07829.jpgPapa Goose StutsPapa goose strutted back to mama goose and the little ones, "Puffing-up always does the trick!" https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07832.jpgMama and Papa Goose HonkMama and papa goose honked and hollered at Raven, but he did not leave.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07836.jpgRaven Watches and WaitsBecoming more famished by the minute, Raven watched the goslings devour the scrumptious orange bread.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc07827.jpgPapa Goose FlappingPapa goose even needed to puff up so that Raven would be frightened of him2012-06-18T15:21:46+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/14/summer-salad-with-blueberry-vinagrette/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc068002.jpgSummer Salad and Chicken WingsThe perfect summer mealhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06792.jpgSummer Salad with Blueberry VinaigretteBlueberry vinaigrette drizzled over a crisp summer saladhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06757.jpgSuppliesThe different colored radish used here taste like regular ones, but they are so much cuter https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06790.jpgSummer Salad2012-06-16T04:13:56+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/10/sweet-and-spicy-chicken-wings/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc068001.jpgSONY DSChttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06800.jpgChicken and saladhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06775.jpgSweet and Spicy Chickenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06763.jpgGrilled Chicken2012-06-15T04:32:45+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/13/neist-point-isle-of-skye/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09586.jpgSun Over the Sea at Neist PointA perfect end to a long day, at Neist Pointhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09612.jpgNeist Point Walkerhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09564.jpgCliffs at Neist Point, Isle of SkyeA new perspective grants new photo opportunitieshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09542.jpgCliffs at Neist PointThe clouds on the grassy cliffs add another layer to this awesome landscapehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09550.jpgSheep and Neist Point LighthouseSheep, they go everywherehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09540.jpgLoch MorLoch Mor, on the way to Neist Pointhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/neistpoint_sm.jpgPanorama of Neist PointPanorama of Neist Point, click on image to enlarge https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09569.jpgNeist Point LighthouseNeist Point Lighthouse perched a top the cliff2012-06-14T01:41:07+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/06/british-coins/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01822.jpgRolling in Moneyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01815.jpgBritish Coinshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01816.jpgExaming My Wealth2012-06-09T19:45:19+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/06/travel-tip-7-five-rainy-day-ideas/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1873.jpgCream TeaNever mind that there is no tea in the picture, there are more important things to consume! https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1614.jpgGift Shophttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc02052.jpgPub Quizhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc02047.jpgJenga and Hippo DownOh bother.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc02046.jpgJenga and Hippo FallingQuick somebody grab it!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc02045.jpgTilting JengaCareful, careful now!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc02044.jpgJengaEasy does it...https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc02040.jpgJengaJengahttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc02024.jpgHippo Builds a Castlehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc02005.jpgGrumpy BunnyThis bunny is grumpy, don't be the grumpy bunny2012-06-08T23:10:02+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/08/travel-tip-8-washing-up/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08530.jpgFinishedOh bother, I forgot to take a Dramamine before I got in the bath. *Burp*, will at least now I am all fresh and clean.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08516.jpgSpin CycleHere comes the spin cycle. Wa wa wa weeeeeeee! https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08497.jpgMachine StartingThis is my favorite part, the gentle agitation of warm water with lavender scented bubble bath.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08495.jpgWater Filling the WasherAt this point the water will start to fill the drum of the machine, make sure that you have set the temperature to warm. Hot will scald your delicate hippo hide and cold will leave you chattering and a much darker purple color.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08494.jpgHippo in the MachineHave a friend close the door for you, or devise a system of levers and pulleys that you can use to shut the door from the inside, I have yet to master this technique. https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08493.jpgClimbing into the WasherThe busy traveler often has difficulties when looking for adequate facilities in which to bath in. Never fear, a little ingenuity can go along way. One can use a large sink or basin for sponge baths. A hose is just a portable shower, try it out. Or you could go with my personal favorite... (note for safety reasons the technique that follows should only be used by properly trained tiny purple hippos)2012-06-08T23:02:48+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/07/inspection-of-the-hms-warrior-by-admiral-burrower/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1886.jpgHMS Warrior (1860)Overall, I issue gold stars all around for the grand HMS Warrior!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1959.jpgIMG_1959https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1940.jpgPistols on HMS WarriorNow if I just pull this back something should happenhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1936.jpgPistols on a Crocus Mounting AftHmm, very nice symmetry, I approve https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1935.jpgLee Enfield RiflesGuns, nicely lined up, well donehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1929.jpgRope and Main MastMain mast looks good from herehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1928.jpgShells on Upper Deck of HMS WarriorThese pointy thermoses for hot coco are an excellent addition to the boat.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1924.jpgSmall Cannon on Upper DeckNet in place to catch cannon balls, checkhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1916.jpgCompassHmm, glass over compass is foggy. Someone, see to this!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1907.jpgRope LadderRope ladder seems sturdy enough. 2012-06-07T22:25:43+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/06/celebrating-the-diamond-jubilee/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01854.jpgDiamond Jubilee2012-06-05T22:13:36+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/05/travel-tip-5-remembering-where-you-are-and-were/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08728.jpgHuntly Castle SignClose ups of the signs will help with readability https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc087171.jpgHuntly Castlehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08717.jpgSONY DSChttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08726.jpgHuntly CastleHuntly Castle situated in Aberdeenshire, Scotland2012-06-05T21:30:51+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/04/everything-is-larger-in-london/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08319.jpgTrafalgar Square LionHe did not seem to like being called "kitty kitty"https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08307.jpgLion at Trafalgar SquareThere were several cats at Trafalgar Squarehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08247.jpgClose UpMinton tiled column in the Silver Galleries at the Victoria and Albert Museumhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08252.jpgColumnhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc08324.jpgGold CoinThis gold coin at Harrods was huge!https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07713.jpgDetail of Stumphttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07711.jpgHuge Stump2012-06-05T12:19:49+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/31/lost-and-found-on-the-isle-of-skye/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08969lol.jpgSmiling Sheephttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc09364.jpgRolling 3https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc09363.jpgRolling 2https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc09362.jpgRolling 1https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc09361.jpgStart of the Rollhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc093692.jpgNakedhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc093691.jpgSONY DSChttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc09369.jpgSONY DSChttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc09331-e1338503548599.jpgOne is Not Like the Othershttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc09394.jpgPondering2012-06-05T10:32:22+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/03/burrowers-photography-tips/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1853c.jpgStoatThis little stoat was running about the cliffshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01535.jpgSoaringUnidentified Soaring Bird (USB)https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01434.jpgGannet on the MoveGannets, they are watching youhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01207.jpgGannetsGannets, the spotted one at the top is not yet an adulthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01287.jpgGannet SeekingGannet seeking https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01196.jpgGannets taking off from cliffs at Troup Head https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01311.jpgGannet with a SnackGannet with a snackhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01186.jpgGannets in FlightGannets in flighthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc01442.jpgGannet in FlightGannet in flighthttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc00758.jpgRazorbills and GuillemotsRazorbills and Guillemots at rest and in flight2012-06-04T22:22:57+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/06/01/highland-cows/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1828.jpgPheasant and Hairy CowThis pheasant saw the hairy coo in the background and decided to go the other way.https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/img_1839.jpgHairy Coos in a Grouphttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09113.jpgHighland Cowhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/dsc09143.jpgMom Calling to Baby Hairy Coo2012-06-03T22:25:45+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/30/travel-tip-4-go-where-the-locals-go/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07159.jpgNew Friends2012-05-30T22:50:21+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/29/travel-tip-3-advice-from-a-purple-hippo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08465.jpgRolls Royce2012-05-31T16:44:54+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/28/travel-tip-2-advice-from-a-purple-hippo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07680.jpgLook with Your Eyes, Not Your MouthTaken at Kew Gardens2012-05-29T06:59:33+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/27/tiny-hippo-mails-letter-in-london/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08460.jpgPosting the Letterhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08445.jpgStainhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08437.jpgStampshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08432.jpgLick the Letterhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08344.jpgWriting the Letter2012-05-27T23:52:52+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/26/travel-tip-1-advice-from-a-purple-hippo-2/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08440.jpgJournal2012-05-26T22:12:41+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/25/arriving-at-the-flat-in-earls-court/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08411.jpgMail Slot 4https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08410.jpgMail Slot 3https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08409.jpgMail Slot 2https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08408.jpgMail Slot 1https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08407.jpgFront Door, Looking Uphttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08403.jpgSONY DSChttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08401.jpgFront Door with Keyshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08389.jpgSliding Down the Stairs 3https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08387.jpgSliding Down the Stairs 2https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08386.jpgSliding Down the Stairs 12012-05-25T22:48:45+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/25/tardis/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc08348.jpgTARDISTARDIS discovered in Earl's Court, Greater London.2012-05-25T01:57:02+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/23/kew-gardens-the-adventure-begins/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07697.jpgFurry Cactus2012-05-23T22:42:40+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/22/the-british-museum-explored-by-a-tiny-hippo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07401.jpgMeditationhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07323.jpgHorsehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07333.jpgGiant Foothttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc073502.jpgGanymede and Eaglehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc073501.jpgGanymedehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07350.jpgGanymedehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07243.jpgIsishttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07250.jpgTwo Old Menhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07238.jpgChariothttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06955.jpgSONY DSC2012-05-23T00:36:19+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/21/hardys-original-sweet-shop/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_1570.jpgCandy Helperhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_1569.jpgLucky Charms are Candy in Englandhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/img_1572.jpgHardys2012-05-21T23:14:22+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/20/this-is-burrower-clocking-in/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc07153.jpgClocking in2012-05-20T20:28:05+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/20/how-to-avoid-jet-lag-advice-from-a-purple-hippo/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06936.jpgBurrower and the Old Manhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06923.jpgWater Hydrationhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06904.jpgComfort on a Planehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06926.jpgRelaxing Music2012-05-20T20:06:33+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/19/tiny-purple-hippo-ready-to-go/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06887.jpgLondon Maphttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06854.jpgUnited Kingdom Trip Route2012-05-19T23:22:28+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/19/baby-ducks-explore-the-pond/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06471.jpgDuck Kisshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06516.jpgGoing Homehttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06623.jpgThe Watcherhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06320.jpgBaby Ducks Huntinghttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06372.jpgPapa Fishinghttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06637.jpgPapa Duckhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06640.jpgRacinghttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06366.jpgExploringhttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc06316.jpgStay close to mamahttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc065461.jpgSONY DSC2012-05-19T22:59:57+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.com/2012/05/07/red-bats-take-naps/https://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc022331.jpgRed Bat Napshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc02233.jpgRed Bat Napshttps://meanderingsabound.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/dsc02232.jpgRed Bat2012-05-08T01:12:45+00:00monthlyhttps://meanderingsabound.comdaily1.02018-03-11T17:53:05+00:00