Pathways

In life, we each take, follow or lead different pathways. Sometimes, it is our choices, our experiences, our heartaches and our longings that pave way to finding our true route in life.  May we all follow our own true path and enjoy the journey as well.

Pathways...

that seem unending.

that lead to the sea.

that show a glimpse of the destination.

to a lovely home.

that seem to end.

to togetherness.

going down.

to the top.

to an overview of the beautiful town of Fira.

Note: If you look to the right, lower corner of the last photo, you'll see the winding, traditional route going down to the old port of Fira. You can hike, take the cable or ride a mule to take that steep pathway. If you decide to hike that route, just be careful with mule droppings.

Exploring Fira By Foot

Perched on the edge of a cliff, draped with white painted houses, adorned with blue domed churches and sun exposed verandas, Fira is as warm as the sun and refreshing as the Mediterranean.

It was noon when we started our ascent to Fira. The sun was high, but in November, the Mediterranean sun felt cool and a tad warm to the skin. Although I'm so far away from the Philippines, this type of weather reminds me of Baguio. It is funny how the places we love seem to be transposed every time we experience or see some place like it. I guess it is true - there's no place like home. But I can't be talking about Baguio right now, this post is about Fira.