Note: Scroll down for many photos by members of this group. “Painting with Light – A Nature Photography Experience” was blessed with beautiful weather for nine field trips to 11 different areas this spring (2015). Each session consisted of a leisurely, two-hour photo-walk. During the next week participants shared their photographs – and commented on them – in a […]
TSH Members Enjoy the Wonders of Barcelona and Tarragona
Text and pictures by Jennifer and John Brindisi This was the fourth trip to Spain that Mariano Merino has orchestrated with Ben and Louise Taggie of MSA Tours, and there were 28 of us on the 10-day trip, 20 of whom were from The Second Half. All the excursions have been wonderful explorations of the unique picturesque cities […]
Day tripping with Salma – past, present, and future
“Thank you Salma,” said Jennifer Brindisi. The Second Half president, and everyone in the room at the Venus de Milo knew who she was talking about and burst into a standing ovation, for Salma Jabbour and her day trips have been a celebrated fixture of The Second Half for a dozen years. As Jennifer summed it […]
Political Explorers on the Polarization Front
Elsewhere on this website it is written that The Second Half “classes are small and informal, providing an atmosphere where ideas are freely exchanged and debated, as well as the time to reflect upon the discussions and experiences of others. The Second Half is an ideal vehicle for sharing life experiences, exploring unfamiliar and interesting […]