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Growing Up In Washington

I was born in Washington D.C. and grew up in the suburbs. I moved away several times and ended up moving back twice – both times because of job transfers. I left for good about 45 years ago and have never thought of returning. Too expensive, political and government oriented. These images are from backContinue reading “Growing Up In Washington”

Orlando’s Audubon Birds of Prey Center

Meet some birds of prey at the Audubon Birds of Prey Center near Orlando Florida. A great educational experience for all ages. If you live near to Orlando or are visiting for several days visit the Audubon Birds of Prey Center located near city of Maitland in the small Town of Eatonville. Stop by and experienceContinue reading “Orlando’s Audubon Birds of Prey Center”

Visiting The National Parks of Utah

Utah has a lot of amazing sights, wide open landscapes and incredible National Parks. You won’t be sorry planning a road trip across this state. Start in Salt Lake City go down and across Utah and end in Los Vegas. Nine Mile Canyon On our trip we headed South out of Salt Lake City inContinue reading “Visiting The National Parks of Utah”

Visiting Helen, Georgia

A Dying Town That Saved Itself On the surface it’s difficult to believe but Helen is the third most-visited town in Georgia, with Atlanta number one and Savannah two. Even more difficult to believe for a population of less than 1,000 people! A town in Indian country and part of America’s second gold rush, HelenContinue reading “Visiting Helen, Georgia”

Less Well Known Attractions in Florida

A Few Small Museums and Attractions Well Worth the Time There was a time when small roadside attractions where the highlight of family road-trips. While they have been overshadowed by the mega-parks and major resorts, there are still a number of roadside gems that you should explore – amazing little pieces of history encased inContinue reading “Less Well Known Attractions in Florida”

Todays Featured Image Water Lilies

They draw our attention and our cameras. Perhaps it’s because they’re complete, beautiful and untouchable or maybe it’s that they’re isolated while being part of that world of water but also of air. Named nymphaeaceae commonly referred to as water lilies. They grow in temperate and tropical climates around the world. Water lilies are rootedContinue reading “Todays Featured Image Water Lilies”