Today’s challenge has us exploring villages in the Carpathians. From Hutsul churches, Museum of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army, to a ceramics factory, the rain did not dampen our trip.

I must admit, up until now, all of my travels have been independent excursions, so joining this photography tour is a completely new experience. I’m not a big planner…I like the way life just happens. So far, this trip is perfect. Some things are planned (it is a true gift not to have to cook for myself) yet, other things just happen. Like today.

Even with all the rain, we decided to walk through the village of Pisten. Roaming through the village we even had the chance to visit with delightful Baba Iryna who gifted us fresh peaches…