A bit of trivia about me is that I like to travel.

One of my most interesting trips was to Svalbard. Ever heard of it? I hadn't until God gave me a dream one night that Norway went all the way to the top of the world. I knew it physically didn't but couldn't wait to take a look at the world map hanging in our recreation room.

Sure enough, there were islands near the top of the world that belonged to Norway! And so I discovered Svalbard.

I finally went there after I worked up the nerve to go. I don't like being cold.

Quick facts about Svalbard.

- World's most northern community.

- Wild reindeer wander around the small town of Longyearbyen.

- World's most northern church is Lutheran.

- Polar bears are very dangerous. (A week prior to my visit there a young woman was killed by a polar bear.)

- If leaving the city limits, it's a law that you must carry a gun.

- University students must bring guns to school. Their dorm is outside of city limits. Very strange to see a gun hanging on each school locker.

- Snowmobiling heaven. No trees or fences.

Photo I took while snowmobiling

- Trees once grew there. I bought a fossil found on Svalbard, of a large maple tree leaf, in a little shop in Barentsburg.

- Russian city of Barentsburg can only be reached by ship or snowmobile.

- Water in the sea there is icy cold. (I know, I just had dip my toes in.)

- Great place for dog sledding...if you like dog sledding.

That's me on the left all set to go snowmobiling!

My next adventure? A trip to Alaska to visit my brother, Duane and wife, Rena, at Ose Mountain where they've hand built a wonderful log lodge. It's only accessible by plane or a several day hike.

So, now you know a little bit more about me.

I'd like to know more about you! Where is one of your favorite places to visit?

Thanks for taking the time to read.