A while ago, I came across film negatives from 1987. These negatives revealed a long-ago trip to Nine Mile Canyon in Utah. With the power of a film scanner, the images from a point-and-shoot camera came into the 21st century. Others can enjoy them. This July of 2024, we visited Utah. 2024-07-2216:37DM49tt82wd39.8006° N 110.3422° WI […]
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Rome October 20th, 2023: Wandering around Rome, Italy We landed in Rome at 19:45, showed our passports, picked up our luggage and met our taxi driver. At that time, we were a little bit exhausted, and we piled into the car for a fast drive to the Hotel Mozart in the centre of Rome. After
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Getting There October 19th 2023: Seattle to Dublin Sheryl and I spent several weeks getting up earlier each day. Over time, we shifted our schedule to the Central European Time zone. Seattle airport is relatively clean (broom swept clean). We were very surprised at how much litter we saw in the International Terminal. We walked
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Autumn in the Pacific Northwest: A Season of Unparalleled Beauty As the warmth of summer gently yields to the cool embrace of autumn, the Pacific Northwest transforms into a realm of unparalleled beauty. This corner of the world, known for its lush green landscapes and mild, wet winters, takes on a breathtaking charm during the
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The Concealed Doodle Artwork Pig of Rancho Palos Verdes: Understated Rebellion in a Posh Suburb With its striking cliffside vistas and grand homes, Rancho Palos Verdes boasts an unexpected and nearly invisible addition to its tableau: a 20-year-old cunningly hidden doodle artwork depicting a pig. Tucked away amidst the splendour of this upmarket district, this
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On-the-Go Eating Eating well on the road can be challenging, especially when relying on fast-food restaurants for your meals. But with some creativity and preparation, you can enjoy delicious and nutritious food no matter where your travels take you. Road Trip Recently, went on a road trip. On the way, I stopped to recharge. I
Ski Meals Skiing can be an expensive sport. Lift tickets, equipment, locker rentals, and dining can add up for a single trip. Equipment costs Most equipment is a one-time cost with years of service. For example, a good pair of skis and boots can last years. We can depreciate that cost over seven years (durable
Long Wait to Ski in Utah After 36 years, we made it back to some favourite Ski resorts. Utah is known for fantastic winter sports and some of the best powdery snow. Solitude Located in Big Cottonwood Canyon, Solitude is one of two ski resorts. Solitude is the first stop up the canyon, and Brighton is at the top.
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What are Petroglyphs? Petroglyphs are images carved or etched into rock surfaces, typically by ancient cultures. They can be found on rocks, cliffs, and cave walls, and often depict animals, humans, and abstract symbols. Petroglyphs are believed to have been created for various reasons, including religious or ceremonial purposes, hunting magic, or as a form
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What is White Rock Lake Park? White Rock Lake Park is a 4,112-hectare urban park in Dallas, Texas. The park features a large man-made lake famous for boating, fishing, and swimming. The park also offers several recreational activities, such as hiking, biking, and jogging on its many trails, as well as picnicking and bird watching.
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