If you have ever talked to anyone who has been to the great big national parks in the western U.S., they will have undoubtedly told you that the pictures that you are now looking at, that they were somehow unnaturally compelled to show you, though dumbfoundingly beautiful, no, downright stunning, are not a fair representation of the the subject at hand. No, as glorious as … [Read more...] about This is not Cedar Falls
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They Sure Don’t Make ‘Em in Pittsburgh Like They Used To!
Walking through the neighborhood of Shadyside in Pittsburgh last weekend was a delight. You see, I'm in love with old churches and other places of worship, and this part of town has several gorgeous specimens including the Third Presbyterian Church of Pittsburgh. It makes me giggle when I think about how big city churches got their names. So, take this church for instance, in … [Read more...] about They Sure Don’t Make ‘Em in Pittsburgh Like They Used To!
Caves Worthy of a Hike in Hocking Hills
Two separate trips to Hocking Hills. Two separate visits to two separate caves, each one as beautiful as the other in its own way. Both have waterfalls when it's rained, both have picturesque views worthy of framing. Both have hiking and walking trails surrounding each. If you've never visited, here's the scoop on what makes Ash Cave and Old Man's Cave worthy of a visit and why … [Read more...] about Caves Worthy of a Hike in Hocking Hills
Flying Hot Dog At Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
I've heard of flying fish, but this hot dog belongs to the band Phish so I guess I could say flying Phish! The 15-foot long foot log was a prop in the band's 1997 New Year's Eve concert in Florida. According to the band's manager, John Paluska, they were all throwing around ideas for the concert when Phish's drummer stated, "What if we flew out in a giant hot dog?" Everyone … [Read more...] about Flying Hot Dog At Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
Pay Binoculars at Niagara Falls
I have visited Niagara Falls, Canada, dozens of times in my life. In fact, I've been so many times that I couldn't keep count. But, no matter how many times I've visited, the view from the pay binoculars is still as I remember it. It's one of those views that I never tire of. I've seen the Falls in every season and in 100 degree and 10 degree temps. Looking through these pay … [Read more...] about Pay Binoculars at Niagara Falls
