About Us
The Wandering Friends and Family
Great memories were made as a group of moms, daughters, and granddaughters experienced an epic tour of Europe in 2004. Word got out, friends and family joined in on the fun, and the wanderlust began. The group has grown and so many friendships forged over the years that this group truly has become family. From trains, planes, boats, trams, and cable cars - hotels made of salt, jungle cabins, and big city high rises, the journeys have been fun, educational, and have created so many memories.
To find out a little about the WanderingFriends, scroll down for bios, spotlights, and how they keep busy!
Postcards from Kandy
Kandy started traveling with the Wandering Friends in 2009 to Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. She brings fun and laughter to every tour and we are excited to travel with her again soon!
Postcards from Carolyn
Carolyn has traveled extensively around the globe. She and her husband, Dan, most recently went back to Italy with us and trekked the Cinque Terre. She is always in for adventure and we are looking forward to our next exploration!
Postcards from Valerie
Valerie started her journey with our group in Ireland. Since then, not only has she not missed a trip, but she has also explored the world extensively with her grandkids. Always great to have her along!
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Work Hard ~ Travel Hard!
See what our WanderingFriends are up to when they are not on the road, or on a camel. :)
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Pat
Author
Do you know someone who’s downsizing or helping a family member downsize? Pat offers workshops in person and online to help apply the power of storytelling to the downsizing process. If you know a group that may be interested in such a program, contact Pat at Patsnyderonline.com
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Linda
Realtor
As a long time resident of central Ohio, I have been licensed as a full-time Realtor since 1985. I have the skills and abilities to help buyers and sellers navigate real estate today. I work with all price points & all areas for condos, single family homes, residential land and/or new build homes. I have spent my entire career helping clients reach their housing goals.
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Wendy and Mike
Owners Ace Hardware
We opened the first store in Sunbury in 2011 and now we have 4 stores designed to meet our customer’s needs. We specialize in BBQ, paint, and home preservation. We are a multigenerational family owned and operated business that is proud to serve the communities where we live.
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Howard and Wendy
Owners Hotworx
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Our studio is equipped with our cutting-edge infrared saunas that use light to generate heat, penetrating deep into the body to detoxify, burn calories, and relieve pain.
We offer a variety of virtually-instructed workouts, including Hot Yoga, Hot Pilates, Hot Cycle, and more. Let us help you achieve the mind and body connection you’ve been looking for. Your mind will be renewed and your body stronger and fitter.
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Spotlight on Sarah!
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Sarah is an avid world traveler and has joined us in Greece, Egypt, and Jordan
Some little known facts about Sarah:
Her dad was Wayne Cleveland, a direct descendant of Moses Cleveland - yep, THE Moses Cleveland that founded the beautiful city on Lake Erie.
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Yes, THE Cleveland!
According to Sarah’s 9 year old grand daughter, the family owns the city. I will ask permission to cross the border next time I am in town.
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There is more!
Her GGGGG uncle Edward Preble (August 15, 1761-August 25, 1807) was the Commodore of the USS Constitution in Tripoli. He is considered America’s first navel hero. Commodore Preble hung out with our country’s founders, including a Mr. Thomas Jefferson.
Her passion for genealogy extends to her love of history in her home town, You will find her volunteering her time at the museum in Alexandria, Ohio.
Spotlight on Gracie!
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Gracie is the granddaughter of our long time Wanderer, Ellie
Ellie’s dad was an artist and shared with Gracie his love for drawing, painting, and creating. Gracie loved the stories of how Mimi (Ellie’s mom) and granddad lived in Rome in the early 1950’s while he pursued his craft.
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Babington's Tea Room
Great granddad and Mimi rented a villa on the coast from the family that owned Babington’s Tea Room. They spent many happy afternoons sipping tea at Babington’s.
This is a photo of Ellie and the manager of Babingtons on our 2019 trip to Italy.
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The Dream
Gracie was very close to her granddad and Mimi. The dream is to find those cobbled streets in Rome and enjoy a proper tea where her great grandparents began their lives together.