My Daily Travels

I love grilled sandwiches that are packed full of cheese, meat, and a delicious sauce, so today I am making John one of his favorite diner sandwiches. He loves the traditional Philly cheesesteak, but I don't have any Ribeye on hand, so I am making us a late lunch of Rueben on rye with a side of... Sign in to see full entry.

My brother just sent me the link for four free COVID tests for at-home use. There are no shipping charges or taxes. For once, something advertised as free is actually free. The form is fast and easy to fill out too. COVIDtests.gov - Free at-home COVID-19 tests Sign in to see full entry.

Snowstorm Izzy caused major issues on Highway 70 yesterday due to icy conditions. Our main highway was blocked both ways, causing traffic pile-ups. Rescue vehicles were on the scene of a commercial vehicle accident on Interstate 70 East at Exit 42. No injuries were reported. Crews controlled fluids... Sign in to see full entry.

The grandkids spent the night with us last night and couldn't wait to get out and play in the snow. I first had them sit down to a big breakfast before getting them bundled up in preparation for snowstorm Izzy's aftermath. They managed to build a small snowman; the snow was just too wet for packing... Sign in to see full entry.

As you can see by our local Walmart store shelves, shopping was an epic fail. We will just have to make do with what we have in our pantry and our freezer. Sign in to see full entry.

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This is such a beautiful way to honor a loved one. A horse-drawn funeral procession is not something you see very often these days. It is a very southern thing, so perhaps the deceased had roots stemming from the south but eventually settled in western Pennsylvania. They were taken through their... Sign in to see full entry.

Even for those cold weather fanatics who adore the cooler elements, it doesn't stop one from missing warmer days, especially when it comes to grilling and eating outdoors. At the Beaumont Inn, you can savor the delicious cuisine that comes with fine dining while taking in the great outdoors during... Sign in to see full entry.

The Braddock Carnegie Library in Braddock, Pennsylvania, is the first Carnegie Library in the United States. It was built in 1888 and dedicated by Andrew Carnegie on March 30, 1889. The library was named a National Historic Landmark in 2012, following its listing on the National Register of Historic... Sign in to see full entry.

One of the most beautiful communities located along the Youghiogheny River is found in the small community of Boston, also known as "Little Boston," which offers visitors a walking trail that leads them to the very haunted Dead Man's Hollow or to the haunted cemetery in nearby Dravosburg. Founded in... Sign in to see full entry.