Castles

When I think of castles, I immediately think of the castles of Europe. Most of these castles are now in ruins, with a few that remain in their former glory.  These ancient relics are something I would love to explore, but I do not think…

Walls Off Washington

“Welcome to the armpit of America,” was our greeting when we said we were Canadians. Neither one of us had expected to hear this when we walked into Walls Off Washington.   We love seeing large displays of art on the sides of buildings’ walls. We…

Museum of Miniature Houses

When planning a trip, there is a lot to research.  Finding destinations to explore can be time-consuming, and trying to discover everything that can be done requires considerable effort. However, even after conducting thorough research and being satisfied with the plan, I still miss a…

Parthenon

As much as we love to travel, we will likely only ever visit Canada and the USA. The reason is cost. Airplane tickets are not cheap, and there is always a need for a hotel and transportation. Staying within driving distance on the continent of…

Field of Corn

Every year, 90 million acres of land in the United States of America are planted with corn. Corn is a vital crop used for food, animal feed, sweeteners, alcohol, fuel, plastic, and even medicine. Without corn, things will be very different in our society. The…