Pennsylvania & My Other Daily Travels

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

Although Doubtful, One Can Hope That This Will Work

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Monday, April 5, 2021

We Have Been Patiently Waiting, And Now It Will Finally Be Available To Us

Vaccine appointments will be available to everyone in the state eligible by April 19th, and the state will move into the next phases of distribution next week. State health officials say the vaccine expansion is happening because supplies have increased from the federal government which is good news... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, April 4, 2021

I Am Not A Fan Of This Famous Easter Candy, But Over 1.5 Million People Are

Americans eat about 1.5 million Peeps during Easter. That makes these colorful marshmallows the most popular non-chocolate Easter candy. The Peeps candy factory, located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania makes an impressive 5.5 million a day. Peeps are so famous in Pennsylvania that the candy even has its... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, April 3, 2021

From Germany To Pennsylvania, And Now It Is A Worldwide Tradition

In our area, we have many German immigrants who brought their culture with them during the 1800s, and it has remained an integral part of our heritage today. In and around Pittsburgh it is an Easter tradition to decorate trees with Easter eggs. I am not a native Pennsylvanian, nor am I German, so I... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, April 2, 2021

These Pretty Ladies Are Ready For the Easter Parade

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Thursday, April 1, 2021

Visit This Beautiful Baby Who Is A Part Of the Endangered Species Program

This fluffy little African penguin chick has been named Marge after the mother of a board member and generous donor of the Pittsburgh National Aviary. Location: 700 Arch Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. National Aviary Introduces Marge: A Fluffy New Penguin Chick (thekoalabears.com) Home | National... Sign in to see full entry.

Wednesday, March 31, 2021

A 13,000 Square Foot Amish Food Paradise

The Amish understand fresh quality foods that are made from only the best ingredients, and they are sharing them with us Englishers. Not far from Pittsburgh, an Amish paradise awaits the hungry cheese & meat lovers of the world. A 13,000 square foot cheese paradise sits filled to the hilt with a... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, March 30, 2021

What Is Your State's Famous Mythical Creature? They All Have One

Pennsylvania's mythical creature is a miserable crying Squonk, which according to witnesses has saggy, ill-fitting skin that’s covered in warts. It’s ashamed of its appearance, hence the tears. The American Bestiary: The Most Famous Mythical Creature of Every US State, Illustrated - CashNetUSA Blog Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, March 29, 2021

The Millionaire Mansions From the Coal Era Are Still Standing

Millionaires were once a large part of historic Uniontown during the coal era. Popularly known as "Beesontown", the "town of Union" was founded by Henry Beeson on July 4, 1776. This was, coincidentally, the same date the United States Declaration of Independence was adopted. Troops once mustered in... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, March 28, 2021

Life Is Short, I Am Changing Things Up Today

Spring only comes once per year in our area, so since it is promising to be such a beautiful day starting around noon after the early morning rain has settled down, we are changing our Friday pizza day to today. This came about after our two youngest daughters informed us that it is their turn to... Sign in to see full entry.

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