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Housesitting in New Jersey: Highlights of My USA Visit

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Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro, New Jersey, among the primary destinations on my current visit to this Eastern part of the United States where I was born and grew up. Buried beside my grandmother are her parents, my great-grandparents, Carrie K. Hunter, 1883-1975, and William G. Hunter, 1882-1937.

Many readers will know that I enjoy visiting cemeteries and have seen quite a few along my journey. I’ve been to two cemeteries in my current destination and each has had special meaning for me.

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Bulgaria: A Pleasant Surprise

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Starting month three of a delightful stay in Sofia

Enjoying a recent event in the center of Sofia, my friends and I toast Bierra Moretti, an Italian beer promoting its recent introduction to the city. I’m here with friends, from left, Liubo, an author of several books in Bulgaria, Nick, president of the local Taxpayers Association, Nick’s wife Alexandra, and my fellow retiree and good friend Chris, an Australian living in Bulgaria.

As the warmth of Spring arrives in this Baltic country of Bulgaria, where I’ve been a guest since April in the capital city, Sofia, I’m captivated by the easy-going, comfortable way of life and the warmth and friendliness of the many friends I’ve made here.

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