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About Judith Gardiner

I'm a pilgrim, a traveller, a tourist! I'm on a journey of life, and my life is like a rich and varied garden, with new growth, blooms and even some weeds which I keep trying to eradicate! I'd like people to read my blog and feel positive about life and the earth we share. The world is a place of good news stories and experiences we can share.

First day at sea

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Judith Gardiner

Experiencing shipboard life was today’s goal! Began the day with a stretch class in the gym and time on the treadmill and machines. Breakfast in the dining room, art auction, presentation on acupuncture, digital camera lesson, champagne, doing the laundry, … Continue reading →

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Two elderly ladies…

Posted on July 12, 2015 by Judith Gardiner

That is probably how the young men on the station thought of us as we struggled to get our heavy bags on the train from Amsterdam to Rotterdam at 9.30 on a quiet Saturday morning at the Central Station. Thankfully … Continue reading →

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A trip in the countryside

Posted on July 11, 2015 by Judith Gardiner

A fine, sunny day! Imagine a Brisbane winter day: bright, sunny, cool in the morning and warm during the day – that’s what it was like today as I headed out on a tour in the countryside to see the … Continue reading →

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Just another day in Amsterdam!

Posted on July 10, 2015 by Judith Gardiner

Just another day in Amsterdam!.

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Just another day in Amsterdam!

Posted on July 10, 2015 by Judith Gardiner

Today was stunning! This city is vibrant and interesting. I did the usual tourist thing and took the red ‘hop on hop off’ bus to see the sights. The Gassan Diamond factory was brilliant! A pun! But the diamonds were … Continue reading →

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People watching in Amsterdam

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Judith Gardiner

I arrived in Amsterdam around 2.00pm (local time), about 24 hours after leaving Brisbane, and I was very tired. After a brisk walk and then a shower, to get the blood circulating and freshen up, I headed down to the … Continue reading →

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Planning the next trip!

Posted on June 11, 2015 by Judith Gardiner

Well, this time next month I will be in Amsterdam. And about to leave for Rotterdam and board a cruise ship fora 21 night cruise around the Baltic. Really looking forward to it. Our first stop is Copenhagen. I’m hoping … Continue reading →

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Part 1 – Tel Dan, Megiddo, Hazor, Bethsaida, Bet-Shean – Towards an Identity

Posted on April 26, 2015 by Judith Gardiner

The ancient sites of Tel Dan, Hazor, Megiddo, Bethsaida and Bet-Shean are important as archaeological sites. They demonstrate the ancient settlement patterns in the land that the Israelites ultimately regarded as their own, given to them by their god. These … Continue reading →

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Making melody unto the Lord, the God of Mercy – Introduction

Posted on April 26, 2015 by Judith Gardiner

I’ve decided to share some of my reflections that I put into my major assignment! I’ve tried to bring together some of my reflections on the tour using the vehicle of the Psalms. It is the duty of Christians to … Continue reading →

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Assignments Finished!

Posted on April 26, 2015 by Judith Gardiner

The study tour, which was part of my Masters in Theology degree, had three assignments as part of the requirements. This week I finished them, and now have some free weekends before the next semester begins. In July I will … Continue reading →

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