Sights Along the Way to Bertha Peak
When we were at Big Bear, California over Memorial Day weekend we decided to hike to Bertha Peak. It was a clear day and there are good views of Big Bear Lake and its[…] Continue reading →
Picturesque Photo Views Blog
Pierre Part in Cajun Country Louisiana
My travels in recent job assignments sometimes took me to Pierre Part, Louisiana. This small Cajun fishing community is about 60 miles from Baton Rouge. It is close to the swamp of the Achalafaya[…] Continue reading →
Journey to the Point Fermin Lighthouse
The Point Fermin Lighthouse located in San Pedro, California is a nice place to visit with an interesting structure which is surrounded by a park. We decided to get a little exercise by hiking[…] Continue reading →
Sightseeing in Rochester, New York
On a recent visit to Rochester, New York, we took in several scenic sightseeing spots which made for some nice photo opportunities. Here’s Lake Ontario. Lake Ontario is one of the five Great Lakes.[…] Continue reading →
Greenwood Plantation in Historic St. Francisville Louisiana
Greenwood Plantation in St. Francisville, Louisiana, is one of the most classic plantation homes around. It dates from the early 1800’s and is built in the Greek Revival style. I’m sure that many years[…] Continue reading →
The Desert Garden in Balboa Park
To survive harsh desert conditions plants must adapt resulting in some unique and fascinating plants. The Desert Garden in Balboa Park in San Diego, California was established at its current location in 1976. The[…] Continue reading →
Hot Creek Geologic Site
The Hot Creek Geologic Site which is 8 miles east of Mammoth Lakes, California is an interesting place to explore. Along Hot Creek geology in action can be observed with steam vents and bubbling[…] Continue reading →
Big Bend National Park 1964
In 1964 my husband’s family took a trip to Big Bend National Park in western Texas. They traveled in a large auto station wagon– quite stylish for it’s time — and slept in a[…] Continue reading →
Cedar Valley Arboretum and Botanic Gardens
Last summer at a family reunion we had in Waterloo, Iowa we visited the Cedar Valley Arboretum and Botanic Gardens. The gardens showcase beautiful flowers along with a variety of plants and trees. Just[…] Continue reading →
Apple Picking in Upstate New York
On a visit to upstate New York in October we decided to go apple picking. We set out in the morning through rural New York and arrived at “The Apple Farm” in Victor, New[…] Continue reading →
