Category Archives: America

Today’s Image • Forsyth Park In Savannah

In the center of old Savannah sits the city’s largest park with its centerpiece a nineteenth century fountain. The city planners worked to emulate Parisian elements when designing this city. According to some historical accounts, the fountain is an exact replica of the Fontaine des Mers in Paris but that is only a legend. ItContinue reading “Today’s Image • Forsyth Park In Savannah”

Pearl Harbor, Hawaii

On December 7, 1941, the Japanese Navy launched a surprise attack on the U.S. naval base at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The attack began at 7:48 am and lasted for about two hours, resulting in the deaths of 2,403 Americans and the destruction of numerous ships and aircraft. The attack was a major turning point inContinue reading “Pearl Harbor, Hawaii”

Hawaii – Visiting Paradise

Hawaii is a dream destination on many peoples bucket list. If this Pacific Paradise is on yours, what are you waiting for? There are eight major islands in the Hawaiian archipelago so the first decision is which ones to visit? As a great introductory visit consider a cruise. Cruising is a perfect option as youContinue reading “Hawaii – Visiting Paradise”

What’s Causing Homelessness?

On a recent visit to Halifax, Nova Scotia we arranged a tour out to Peggy’s Cove. As we left town we drove by several downtown parks containing homeless tent encampments. When we asked our guide what was going on she had an interesting response. She said that this had sprung up only a few yearsContinue reading “What’s Causing Homelessness?”

Around St. Petersburg, Florida

A Few Of Our Favorite Places Around Tampa Bay On the western side of Tampa Bay is a peninsula that encompasses four cities. St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Largo and Dunedin. In addition to spectacular beaches, the area has a lot more to experience. Starting in the north is the city of Dunedin famous for a dailyContinue reading “Around St. Petersburg, Florida”