That’s the great thing about where I’m staying. I can actually just decide to do something like see the acropolis at a moments notice (mind you, it’s not summer – the height of tourist season).

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So, after a late lunch today, I walked over several blocks and climbed the steps to this ancient site.

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Getting closer. Not all the way up there yet.

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Again, I’ve made it in during the last hour open. I can do it! I can climb, see, experience in 40 minutes.

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I’m thinking of my daughter a lot here, as every step reminds me of our visit together. I wish she were here with me. It would be fun to see if any of it feels familiar to her (as it does to me).

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This is the greatest time of day to come! There are only two small tour groups here with me and a few individuals. Last time I came it was PACKED. This is awesome.

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I have to admit, I’m a little bit amused to find a cat at the top of this climb. I know they like high places, but this is a little overboard. (Notice that he’s looking inward and not out over the entire city of Athens at his back.)

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I had to share this shot (above). Is it just me, or does it seem like God is shining a spotlight on the stage, in the amphitheater? Amazing.