My Daily Travels

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Animals are just as curious about us as we are about them. Sometimes they remain still, watching you rather than running away. Thank goodness for that, or else we would never be able to capture their images. Sign in to see full entry.

This morning, the terrorist showed up to wreak havoc on the smaller creatures who visit our yard. I instinctively knew there was something wrong when I looked out my kitchen window and there were no birds on the feeders. Then I spotted the hawk, hanging out on my lamp post near their comfort zone.... Sign in to see full entry.

Looking out towards the river, it is so misty this morning that I can barely see the bridge that spans across it. I am going to finish a few chores and make a light meal of breakfast sandwiches for John and me, before we hit the road to Point Pleasant, West Virginia, where the Mothman once terrified... Sign in to see full entry.

The feel of autumn is definitely in the air today. The leaves are damp from the soft rain, and it is comfortably warm outdoors. Just a few miles down the road, the smell of apple cider donuts is calling my name at the Triple B Farms, where everything is fresh. While I'm there sampling the donuts, I... Sign in to see full entry.

In Pennsylvania, we trust the local weatherman less than the guy at the gas station who said, “My knees are actin’ up—it’s gonna snow.” One fact about our weather is that it can be sunny and warm and then turn cold with flurries, followed by a full-blown blizzard within a half hour. Autumn is... Sign in to see full entry.

Over the past few years, since we started our wildlife habitat, I have learned to expect the unexpected when it comes to critters visiting our yard. I mean, we do put out a large variety of food for any and everything that has an appetite. The fur babies and the birds are my favorites to watch. I... Sign in to see full entry.

Unfortunately, like many people, when it comes to extracurricular activities and celebrations, my immediate family lives life by busy work schedules and available calendar dates. Our three daughters, John, and I all work, so gatherings are often difficult to organize. Our youngest daughter, Joni,... Sign in to see full entry.

Scenes like this one at the waterfront in Pittsburgh almost make me feel like I'm back home in Delaware. Sign in to see full entry.

My medical issues were found and addressed during my visit to the gastroenterologist yesterday. All I can say is that today I'm feeling relieved after my recent health scare. Moving forward, I am making travel plans for our mini ghost town road trip next week, and I also plan to fire up the BBQ this... Sign in to see full entry.