We left Oswego, New York, and enjoyed the scenic backroads for two and a half days. Our journey took us south-southwest through New York into Pennsylvania, then south-southeast through West Virginia and Maryland to Virginia, near Richmond. Finally, we headed west-southwest toward our home in Charlotte, North Carolina. Somewhat strangely, autumn colors were only beginning…
At first glance, the southern Virginia town of Bedford may seem like an unusual place for a national military memorial. However, it makes perfect sense once you know the story of Bedford’s sacrifice on June 6, 1944, D-Day. They called them the Bedford Boys, 35 young men who grew up and enlisted together to serve…
I’m grateful for the much-needed rain that Post Tropical Cyclone Debby amply provided as it passed through the area yesterday. The weather apps indicate it rained about five inches here, but that seems high from my post-observation, at least locally. Still, it may be correct since a good part of my experience during…
By county and soon to be state orders my body must “stay-at-home” but my mind and spirit can roam. It seemed time for a little mental getaway and what is better than getting back to nature? Nothing I think.
