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Doors, doors, and more doors

June 4, 2024 By Tamera Alexander

When you travel, do you have a specific item you take pictures of? For me? It’s doors.

I love doors. Especially doors in Europe. They seem to have so much more character that the “routine” American entry way.

Here are some pictures from a recent trip Joe and I took. And the last pic holds a teeny weeny clue as to what part of the world we were in. 🙂 See if you can guess!

Maybe I love doors because they always lead to something. Same for path pictures. I love exploring possibilities. I think that’s why brainstorming a book is always so enjoyable. The possibilities are endless!

I love door knobs, too. 🙂

The gospel of John tells us that Jesus said, “The one who enters by the gate is the true shepherd of the sheep”—and that Jesus himself is the gate for the sheep. I thought of that as I took this next pic . . .

Such a beautiful path leading to an 11th century church. Just think of all the people who have walked that path.

“Yes, I am the gate. Those who come in through me will be saved. They will come and go freely and will find good pastures. The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life.”

Jesus (John 10:9-10)
Isn’t this just lovely? (My sweet friend Beth took this one on our trip.)

I’ve been threatening to make a collage of door pictures that I’ve captured through the years. Maybe I’ll do that in coming months. But what form should it take, do you think? Little framed pics maybe? Or a larger frame with a cut mat? If you’re one of those creative, artsy people, please share your ideas!

Finally, here’s a clue as to what part of the world we’ve been in for the past ten days. Anyone recognize this place?

HINT: a very popular TV series was filmed on location here

We had a marvelous trip and so as to not totally inundate you with pics, I’ll share more about our trip—with more pics—next time!

So tell me… Is there something specific you love taking pictures of? Perhaps especially when you travel?

Much love from my corner of Nashville,

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Tamera Alexander is a USA Today bestselling novelist and one of today's most beloved authors of inspirational historical romance and women’s contemporary fiction. While being Gram Tam is her current favorite role, she’ll never turn down a stroll through an old cemetery or browsing through antique shops.
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  1. Deborah Raney says

    June 4, 2024 at 3:46 am

    I know! I know! But I won’t give it away. 🙂 I love all the door photos. I love doors and paths as well. And anything with arches. Glad you’re home safely and know you had a wonderful time!

    • Tamera Alexander says

      June 4, 2024 at 8:39 pm

      LOL, yes, you do!! LOVE the pics from your recent adventure too. So pretty! Glad y’all got to make that trip in the new RV. : )

  2. Judy Wolven says

    June 4, 2024 at 4:35 am

    I always try to be sure there are people in my pictures, not just scenery. But I love your door knob pictures, very cool.

    • Tamera Alexander says

      June 4, 2024 at 8:41 pm

      I love people pics, too, Judy. But when I’m writing about a place (which I’m hoping to write a book based in this area) I LOVE having the scenery scroll by on my second monitor. Really helps to create a sense of place for me.

  3. Colleen says

    June 4, 2024 at 5:12 am

    Paths, doors, and gates–so much “scope for imagination” there, with a bonus if the path curves around a bend. I certainly think you should make a collage of your photos–my preference would be a lot of picture tiles that you could arrange or rearrange as desired. No matter how you do it, I hope you post a picture if you decide to go for it!

    • Tamera Alexander says

      June 4, 2024 at 8:42 pm

      SO agree on the “scope for imagination,” Colleen. And will do! 🙂

  4. Roxanne Henke says

    June 4, 2024 at 6:45 am

    I love the door pictures! I have a fascination for them, too. (And, many photos from our travels.) I’m looking forward to hearing more about your trip.
    Roxy

    • Tamera Alexander says

      June 4, 2024 at 8:42 pm

      Thanks, Roxy! Love that you love doors as well, my friend. 🙂

  5. D'Ann Mateer says

    June 4, 2024 at 8:15 am

    Looks like you had a great trip to a part of the world I love. ( I guessed it early on!). The doors are wonderful.

    • Tamera Alexander says

      June 4, 2024 at 8:43 pm

      LOL, I’m sure you did! ; ) It was a wonderful trip, but there’s no place like home. : )

  6. Betty Strohecker says

    June 4, 2024 at 8:41 am

    Love the pictures of these doors and your scriptural references. I’m afraid I can’t guess with any certainty, but I am happy you have had a wonderful trip. I await your answer and future pictures!

    • Tamera Alexander says

      June 4, 2024 at 8:44 pm

      Highclere Castle! That’s the location of the pic of me and Joe. And we were in the Cotswolds. It was LOVELY!! More about the trip next time. Thanks for the kind words and for sharing today, Betty.

  7. Elisa says

    June 4, 2024 at 10:06 am

    I’ve been to the UK 3 times (who’s counting?) so these pix were enjoyable. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
    Highclere Castle and surrounding environs has been used as a TV and movie filming location over the years. “Downton Abbey” among them. It’s a beautiful place to visit and its history is fascinating.

    • Tamera Alexander says

      June 4, 2024 at 8:46 pm

      You got it, Elisa! And yes, Highclere is so popular. I loved visiting the home after watching Downton Abbey for years. Fascinating history, indeed. Do you follow Lady Carnarvon’s blog, by chance? Very interesting too.

  8. Rebecca Reed says

    June 5, 2024 at 6:50 pm

    I love taking pictures of doors, also. And you’re right, there’s something about European doors that give them more character than North American ones – though I did find some fascinating doors in Mexico and Peru when I visited this past year. I’ll look forward to more pictures!

    • Tamera Alexander says

      July 1, 2024 at 9:02 pm

      YES to Mexico and Peru, Rebecca. You’re so right. Beautiful doors there as well. 🙂

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