Who Was St. Valentine? How did St. Valentine, a 3rd century Roman priest who was martyred under the reign of Claudius II in 270 AD become associated with paper hearts, candy, love notes and flowers?
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Skip the Carry On – Get a SCOTTeVEST
SCOTTeVEST RFID Travel Vest for Women has 18 specially-sized pockets to keep items safe and organized. Pockets are spread out enough to not “bulk up” the clothing. Style is still a thing with this clothing. Plus sizes are available
N.C. Wyeth Studio in Chadds Ford, PA
For years I saw photos of the great Palladian-style window that occupies the north wall of the N.C. Wyeth Studio, and somehow I was drawn to it. I knew N.C. Wyeth was famous for his illustrations in early 20th-century books like Treasure Island, The Black Arrow, and Last of the Mohicans. I also knew he was the father of Andrew Wyeth
Wounded Knee – Should You Visit?
For those, like me, who like to travel to feed the mind, body, and spirit, a trip to Wounded Knee will be food for the soul, but it’s liable to break your heart. Reading about it is difficult enough, but standing in the presence of the mass grave where […]
Christmas Letter 2024
Merry Christmas, my friends and family. I write this while sitting by the fire on a gloomy December day just as the sun is setting. We’re only nine days from Christmas and I’m still finding it difficult to feel “Christmas” like I used to. I think one needs children to experience that old magic.
Christmas Letter 2023
Here’s to the end of the dark nights and any winter in our hearts. It’s finally Christmas, my friends. Wishing you love and abundant blessings. And, I hope you can kiss a baby this Christmas. It’s good luck for the coming year.
Drawn to the Mystery of Ireland’s Stone Circles
Ireland has hundreds of stone circles scattered across its landscape. Some are nearly in tact, some have been carefully rebuilt, while most have just a few stones left – making them fragments of their former glorious selves. Most of these circles have been standing in place for 3000 to 5000 years
The Malin Wee Cave
There’s a small beach on the Inishowen Peninsula at the northernmost point of Ireland where the Irish Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean. Like most of Ireland’s northern beaches, it’s scenic and rugged while having a sense of calm about it.
Treylor Park in Savannah
This foodie destination in Savannah has Southern food with a twist. Treylor Park Pot Pie, and Chicken and Pancake Tacos, and PB&J Chicken Wings were a few of the menu items I considered at Treylor Park restaurant.
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