Hike to Barrett and TJ Lakes
For the third year in a row I went on a hiking trip to the Mammoth Lakes, California area of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. However this year I went with family rather than on[…] Continue reading →
Yearly Archive: 2024
Fun at SeaWorld San Diego
The original SeaWorld, which is an aquatically inspired theme park, is located in San Diego, California. I, along with my younger brother’s family, visited it in 2006. This year is the 60th anniversary of[…] Continue reading →
A Harbor Cruise at Portland, Maine
Sometimes the best vacation plans have twists and turns. On a recent late summer trip to Maine, we planned for hiking and kayaking in the Maine mountains. A unexpected knee injury, however, dampened the[…] Continue reading →
George Washington’s Cherry Bounce Cordials
Several months ago — in April 2024 — archeologists at Mount Vernon plantation announced an incredible discovery. They found 250-year-old perfectly preserved cherries among 35 glass jars at George Washington’s estate. The cherries were[…] Continue reading →
Cape Cod, Massachusetts
One of my favorite vacations was in August, 2022, with a wonderful two-day trip to Cape Cod, Massachusetts. It was a new place to visit and we enjoyed the beautiful ocean and cool, crisp[…] Continue reading →
Six Picks for Fabulous Summer Squash Recipes
Yellow summer squash is probably not the most popular vegetable around. It is either too strongly favored, too mushy or to bland. However, this summer vegetable is delightful when prepared properly. Add in fresh[…] Continue reading →
Laura Creole Plantation in Louisiana
In Feburary, we took a sightseeing visit to Laura Creole Antebellum Plantation on the west bank of the Mississippi River about 30 miles northwest of New Orleans. This is one of the fascinating historical[…] Continue reading →
Sights at WonderCon 2024
WonderCon is a convention for movies, television, comics, animation, fantasy, science fiction, and all things related to pop culture. It takes place at the Anaheim Convention Center in California. This year I once again[…] Continue reading →
Krewe of Endymion Mardi Gras Parade
I love a good parade. Who doesn’t? The parades during Mardi Gras season in New Orleans and surrounding areas are a unique experience. Rather than being a spectator and watching the floats, bands and[…] Continue reading →
Sherwin Lakes Hikes
The fourth and final hike on the 2023 Sierra Club trip, like the third hike, was near the town of Mammoth Lakes, California but was in a different area. The fourth hike was at[…] Continue reading →
