In the year 1900 my grandfather came to this country from Sao Miguel, Azores as a young man of 16.  My grandmother also came from the same island.  Both settled in Southern Massachusetts and would later start a farm in Rhode Island and raise their children.  My dad and his siblings worked the farm along side their parents.  Dad later moved to Eastern Massachusetts with my mom.  My grandparents passed away long before I was born so I never had a chance to hear the stories about the "old country".  My dad's dream was to someday visit Sao Miguel.  Sadly he never made it so it became a purpose of mine to live his dream.  My husband, son and I just returned from our visit.  When I first set foot on Azorean soil, I knew my purpose was real.  I was now walking the same places my grandparents did.  What I wasn't totally prepared for was the absolute beauty of this island!  No matter where I went or where I turned there was beauty in front of me.  The landscapes were breathtaking.  Here are a few of my favorite places.  There will be more to come.  I took over a 1000 pictures!  I just couldn't stop!  Powerless over God's Creations.

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