Barrow, Alaska
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On my first trip to the Arctic Circle, I had no idea how I would handle the cold. The sports gear stores in So Cal weren’t much help. I did it the old fashioned way – I layered! I looked … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: July 2012
Clouds
I have a thing for clouds. I love ’em! So I try to take pictures of the ones that catch my eye. I love the transient nature of clouds. Capture the moment you see one, because it will change in … Continue reading
NASCAR experience
I went to a NASCAR race on Sunday in Loudin, NH. What a great experience! I’ve watched a few moments of a couple of races on TV, but being there is totally different. Bring earplugs because the noise level of … Continue reading
The Ring
Three Rings for the Elven-kings under the sky, Seven for the Dwarf-lords in their halls of stone, Nine for Mortal Men doomed to die, One for the Dark Lord on his dark throne In the Land of Mordor where the … Continue reading
Nichols Library
Stumbled across this beautiful old building in Kingston, NH. We had to turn around to take a closer look and get pictures. Traveling the USA has been an amazing experience. Beauty is found in some unexpected places and we get … Continue reading
Bird feeder
Just a lazy summer day, watching the birds gather sunflower seeds from the bird feeder. A nice breeze is blowing and the music of the leaves rustling in the trees serenades us. Ah yes, life IS good! For more information … Continue reading
Men At Work
From John Adams to his wife Abigail
Written by John Adams in 1776 to his wife Abigail in a letter. What was originally July 2nd later became our 4th. “The Second Day of July 1776, will be the most memorable Epocha, in the history of America. I … Continue reading
Happy Independence Day!
IN CONGRESS, JULY 4, 1776 The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America When in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another and … Continue reading
A Salute to Independence
A pre-Independence Day musing: Independence is essential to travel and adventure. The desire, curiosity, and ability to venture out of one’s comfort zone requires an independent spirit. Ya never know what’s just around that bend in the road; but a … Continue reading