Tuesday, 3 July 2018

A Postcard A Day - Tuesday 3 July 2018 - T for Vordingborg

Hello lovely people,

Here I am again on Tuesday. It’s time for the T-party hosted by Elizabeth band Bluebeard.

I would normally show you a postcard (or two) but I am not at home so I am showing you this birthday card that I made for a friend’s birthday. All the elements are cut out and stuck on.
 As you might know, we have just come back from a month-long road trip through Europe. Today I will share some photos from Denmark.                       We visited a small town called Vordingborg. It is famous for its medieval ‘goose’ tower. Its spire has a golden goose on top.


The tower is part of a fortified castle complex, of which only this tower survives (and some parts of the walls).  Legend has it that King Valdemar Atterdag had a goose put on the spire to poke fun at the German Hanseatic towns across the water.

We bought tickets and climbed to the top where there was a wonderful view over the town and the sea. 

There was a small museum with artifacts which we were allowed to handle.
 The armour is sooo heavy. I could hardly lift that glove let alone wear it. 
Hubby having fun with a heavy hat, and below, with a helmet.
One of our friends having a laugh!
After the visit to the tower we walked into the little town of Vordingborg and found a nice cafe to have a drink:



I've just noticed that I am in the reflection of the window taking the picture.
My friend and I had this delicious concoction of latte with caramel sirop. In the background you can see hubby taking a sip from my glass while I was taking pictures. I think he regretted ordering rosé.

The above drinks qualify me for the T-party and I hope you will all join me with any post which has a beverage in it.

Have a good week all of you and stay safe,

Happy T-Day!

Lisca


14 comments:

Linda Kunsman said...

Oh how wonderful to travel about Europe.Beautiful birthday card. Thank you for sharing your marvelous adventures. Looks like hubby and friend really enjoyed the museum visit:):) I would love to see Denmark (along with a long list of other places) which is listed as the happiest place to live in the world! That latte looks delicious. Happy T day!

My name is Erika. said...

It looks like you had a fun trip. I had to smile at your photos. You are all having such a good time-it is obvious. :) Thanks for sharing, and happy T day. hugs-Erika

Sharon Madson said...

Your latte looks delicious! Great photos in the Goose Tower. Your friend looks like he is having fun! :) Have a great week!

Valerie-Jael said...

That was a fun place you visited, how great to be able to touch and try on the artifacts - they look great on you two! Love the goose tower, too, and the birthday card is gorgeous. Happy T Day, hugs, Valerie

froebelsternchen said...

I love this tower and the cool artefacts and the funny photos - your card is pretty made and the latte looks delicious too! Looking forward to more photos of your super trip!
Wishing you a happy time and July and happy T-Day!
Enjoy!
Hugs, Susi

Halle said...

What a cool place...I love that you could try on the armor pieces. I knew they had to be heavy but to actually experience it is quite unique. Looks like a fun group to hang out with. :)
Happy T day!

kathyinozarks said...

Oh Wow your trip through Europe must have been amazing. I loved the tower-and how cool that they let you handle and try on the armour Back then I wonder how the poor goose stayed up there.
Your drink looks so good I would love one of those.
The birthday card you made is just lovely
Happy T Day Kathy

Let's Art Journal said...

Hat a beautiful card, I bet your friend loved it too 😁. Your trip to Denmark looks such fun and your cold drink looks yummy! Wishing you a very Happy T Day! J 😊 x

jinxxxygirl said...

Lisca your friend will surely treasure that Birthday card. One of these years i will have my act together enough to make homemade cards for my friends and family..that hasn't happened yet.. :( I love to see your travels with your hubby.. Great to be around someone who doesn't take themselves too seriously.. lol Wow i think i would have gotten your drink too.. :) Happy T day hugs! deb

Divers and Sundry said...

What a great story about the goose tower! I'm impressed that you can still climb to the top. And being allowed to try the armor? Fun! The caramel drink would be such a treat. It looks like y'all found wonderful places to go. Happy T Tuesday.

Meggymay said...

A beautiful card for your friend. The photos looked super it must have been hot to wear that armour as well as being heavy.
Happy T day wishes.
Yvonne

Eileen The Artful Crafter said...

Lovely birthday card, Lisca. I enjoyed the interesting history about Vordingborg. The pictures of the guys in the helmets are a riot.

Happy T-day! Hugs, Eileen

Unknown said...

It's a beautiful card Lisca! I look forward to seeing more of your photos, Denmark is somewhere I would like to visit. Loved seeing hubby and friend dressing up!!! Belated Happy T day! Chrisx

Unknown said...

I am having a few difficulties - I now see I am unknown!!! xx