|
by Lydia Agidius, Program Director  Typically, I write about more compelling topics — big-picture travel inspiration, transformative cultural experiences, all that noble stuff. But today, I thought I’d dabble in something a bit more light-hearted: the curious phenomenon of travel-style opposites attracting
 The Pantheon in Rome, Italy with Lisa Blair The Senior Center’s most recent trip to Italy was about as wonderful as it gets. The weather was perfect, and the countryside of Tuscany was everything you see in the movies. We explored vineyards and truffle businesses as well as places that specialized in the creation of olive oil (of course!). We had the opportunity to make homemade pasta, and now every one of the 26 travelers are experts! We got to taste a variety of Italian cuisine and explore historic sites and amazing architecture. Rome was buzzing with the celebration of the 25-Year Jubilee event and the untimely and unfortunate death of the Pope. The crowds were chaotic, but we were all aware that we were participating in a historical event. It was a trip that won’t soon be forgotten. For now, chao Italy!
Lisa took nearly 1,000 photos on this bucket list trip to Italy. We've selected some of our favorites to share with you in the gallery below.  by Lydia Agidius
Program Director In just about a year, our great nation will celebrate a milestone unlike any other—the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Happy almost birthday, America! That’s two-and-a-half centuries of grit, growth and glory. It's a moment to pause, reflect and revel in all that we’ve become—and all that we still strive to be.  by Lydia Agidius, Program Director The past several weeks, I’ve felt an undeniable pull to reconnect with a part of myself that I thought was lost in the swirl of family life and the ever-demanding rhythm of daily routines. It’s as if a part of me, the adventurous spirit I once knew so well, is calling me back from the quiet corners of my mind. I was once the free-spirited traveler, a woman who would throw a suitcase together at the drop of a hat and jet off to discover new corners of the world — savoring croissants at a café in Paris, wandering the lively streets of Dublin under the soft glow of streetlamps or chasing the golden hour across the rooftops of Rome
 February 20-28, 2025
Costa Rica – what a place! Sixteen of us just came back from an incredible experience in the beautiful country of Costa Rica by Lydia Agidius, Program Director  Lydia at the top of St. Peter's Basilica (551 steps to the best view in Rome). Hello again! I hope everyone is staying warm and enjoying the new year so far. This is a time of new beginnings, new goals and new experiences that will last a lifetime. It's often during this season of reflection that I find myself thinking about the monumental moments of my life. I often return to the same few: the day I met my husband, the day I got engaged, my wedding day, and the day my babies were born. But what I've noticed over the years is how easily we as humans get caught in the cycle of working tirelessly toward that next big thing—the “one day” goal that will bring us happiness. We pour ourselves into it and once it’s achieved we quickly move on to the next goal, often without pausing to savor the accomplishment we’ve just reached.
|
livewire PDFsMany of the articles in our News section are digital versions of articles in our monthly newspaper, The Livewire. You can view digital PDF copies of the newspaper in its entirety by selecting editions below:
ARCHIVESCategories
All
|
RSS Feed
|
Home
About -> FAQs, Our Board, Our Staff Activities -> Directory, Calendar, Room Rentals, Senior Discounts Thrift Shop Fundraising -> Capital Improvement Project, Business Partners, Donations, Rewards Programs, Events, Angel Fund Travel Program -> Details, Make Reservations Media -> News, Vibrant Living & Vibrant Motion TV Shows Memberships | Business Partnerships | Employment | Contact Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy |
Wenatchee Valley Senior Activity Center
1312 Maple Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801 (509) 662-7036 (Office) (509) 888-9602 (Thrift Shop) Get Social!
|
Designed by Alman Media Group