My Daily Travels

Although the first part of November is usually pretty mild weather-wise in Pittsburgh, it is still warmer than normal. This weekend, our immediate family plans to take advantage of the weather by grilling Italian sausage, peppers, and onions for an early Veteran's Day barbecue to celebrate our... Sign in to see full entry.

This morning, Pittsburgh's temperature is 67 degrees with a zero percent chance of rain. I have nothing more planned for today than doing laundry, preparing a Chef's salad for dinner, and tuning into an uplifting Hallmark holiday story. I am avoiding the political rhetoric and instead focusing on... Sign in to see full entry.

Starting from scratch is not easy after exiting a fifteen-year marriage. Walking out on a cheating husband with little more than her clothes and a few dishes, our youngest daughter just moved into a new house of her own with our grandson, and is currently existing from day to day on the bare... Sign in to see full entry.

John and I enjoy walking and driving around the summit of the Appalachian Mountains in Ohiopyle. There are so many sites to see, from waterfalls to the roaring rapids, gorgeous trails, historic homes and businesses, and a long list of places to enjoy a fabulous meal, so after we vote today, we are... Sign in to see full entry.

Sometime in the mid-1920s, William Kryskill promised his beloved wife, Clara, that one day she would live in a castle he built for her. But he left out one rather important detail. They would not hire builders. Rather, the Kryskills would build their dream themselves. This began a seven-year journey... Sign in to see full entry.

Even though many of the trees along the summit are almost bare, a few vibrant yellow leaves can be seen along the trails in Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania. Sign in to see full entry.

Since it rarely happens during this time of year, I never turn down a chance to snuggle up with a good book or watch a "feel good" Hallmark movie, especially on a chilly day. The family-oriented entertainment channel has been running around the clock with one holiday love story after the other. Last... Sign in to see full entry.

It is downright chilly this morning with a high expected of 59 degrees. All I can think about is what kind of soup I will be preparing and simmering away on the stove. When this time of year comes around, I dig through my recipe box for my favorite soup recipes. John's number one request is... Sign in to see full entry.

Even though it's hard sometimes, John and I try to avoid foods that aren't heart-healthy, but sometimes you just have to indulge when a food craving hits. Since it's the first of November, I thought of making a pot of chili with all the fixings for dinner today. John loves hot dogs, so it is a... Sign in to see full entry.

John and I plan to spend a part of the day returning casserole dishes and utensils to their rightful owners. Traveling to each home will not only give us a lovely autumn drive, it will also give John and me the chance to thank everyone for making our shared birthday a special day filled with many... Sign in to see full entry.