The first state we ever visited was New York. The first place we went to see was a tourist area where we gathered every brochure they had for the state. They had a lot. I finally went through them all and added them to my…
As part of our Bewitched in Salem road trip for Hallowe’en, we were supposed to mine for diamonds in Herkimer, NY. Unfortunately, the weather was just nasty. High winds, heavy rains and loads of mud. I, regrettably, had to say no to something that would…
I love living in an area with changing seasons. Autumn is one of my favourites with the changing of the leaves in the annual display of colour. I created a map and an itinerary for a four-day excursion into western New York to see some…
Many people like to take souvenirs when they visit a place—a little memento of where they have been to help preserve the memory. On occasion, we want to take an interesting rock to bring home. However, a movie made this trend popular, and I have…
After an unusual hiatus from travelling, we will be venturing out to see a bunch of waterfalls. These natural wonders where one can watch water falling over some rocks were the first destinations we sought when we first discovered an entire world outside of our…
There is a story behind every picture, and here is one for this picture of Charlene clearly forcing a smile and getting wet. Being here was a physically intense experience. Charlene and I have often visited Niagara Falls. There is a remarkable amount to do…
I have a four-day weekend coming up in February. I suspect I will be travelling to New York with Charlene. Since so much is closed down, February is one of the most challenging times of the year to plan a trip. I have started my…
I would prefer a better day than Friday the 13th. I have an eye doctor appointment and might get a needle in the eye. It should be fun; at least, that is what I am told. Since we have the afternoon off, I decided we…
One of my favourite gifts to my kids is the gift of time. This Christmas, my present to my daughter, Caitlyn, will be her first trip to the USA. I have called this trip Birthdaymas in celebration of Caitlyn’s and Jesus’ birthdays. It is a…
I have taken many pictures. I am fortunate to have Google Home, which displays my pictures daily. I have decided to share my albums with everyone. Many of the pictures have the location where they were taken. PICTURES FROM 2016 – 71 photos I did…
