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Wednesday, August 26, 2020

Our Very Own Smaller Version Of Niagara Falls

In a world where waterfalls flow freely, Bushkill Falls offers a series of bridges and man-made walkways that allow you to see various angles of the eight various falls that have been referred to as the "Niagara Falls of Pennsylvania. https://www.visitbushkillfalls.com/ Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, August 25, 2020

The Haunted 13 Bends

One of the most popular and haunted destinations located on the outskirts of Pittsburgh is the “13 Bends," a stretch of road found on the Orange Belt that is named for its multiple curves." An old orphanage from the 1800s once stood at the top of the hill along the 13 Bends but burned down years... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, August 24, 2020

The Most Tantalizing Kiss That You Have Ever Had

The sweet little kiss came onto the scene in 1907, and back then, factory workers individually wrapped each of the kisses that would become an American favorite. Hershey’s Kisses is perhaps the most famous of all of Hershey’s chocolate. The Hershey Manufacturing Plant in West Hershey is able to make... Sign in to see full entry.

Sunday, August 23, 2020

Family Day...A Time For A Country Drive, Walks and Laughs

We will be heading out to our two youngest daughter's houses in a bit for our regular Sunday visit. The drive takes us about 40 minutes and it is visually appealing with the many country scenes. Our girls live just a few miles from each other, so we venture from one to the other. The youngest... Sign in to see full entry.

Saturday, August 22, 2020

Fun With Food

Since the pandemic, in our house, we have been having fun with creating various food choices, and I draw plenty of inspiration from my favorite channel. I am a Food Network fanatic. It is hard not to be inspired by the daily creations represented on their various shows, so to add some spice to our... Sign in to see full entry.

Friday, August 21, 2020

Beautiful Things Are Happening In Bethlehem At the Prettiest Of Farms

A lovely vision filled with sunflowers and butterflies can be found at the Black River Farms where nine-acres of grapes sits nestled in fields that beckon you to come and relax and enjoy the sights, sounds and a sip of one of their many wines. Location: 2472 Black River Rd, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania... Sign in to see full entry.

The Ultimate Fungi Deliciousness Is Also Our #1 Vegetable Cash Crop

Due to the 2020 pandemic, the Mushroom Festival has been canceled this year, but that has done nothing to stop Pennsylvania’s number-one vegetable cash crop, worth well over $400 million a year. Agriculture and mushrooms are big in Pennsylvania and nowhere bigger than Kennett Square, the “Mushroom... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, August 20, 2020

One Of My Pet Peeves

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Wednesday, August 19, 2020

One Of the Deadliest Accidents In U.S. History Happened Here

On the morning of December 7, 1907, 240 men and boys headed to the Darr Mine for their regular workday. At approximately 11:30 a.m., the townspeople heard an explosion that was so powerful it shook homes and shattered windows for miles. The locals rushed to the mine in an effort to help. Thankfully,... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, August 17, 2020

One Of the Greatest Quarterbacks Hails From the Keystone State

The state of Pennsylvania has no shortage when it comes to being home to celebrities and famous sports figures, and one of the greatest quarterbacks in the history of the National Football League just happens to be from New Eagle, a coal mining town located just 25 miles south of Pittsburgh. Joe... Sign in to see full entry.

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