My Daily Travels

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.

Some of my favorite foods are the ones that are best eaten during the hottest season, and Pittsburgh is experiencing a heatwave this week, so baked beans with crispy bacon, cucumber salad, and peppercorn-crusted steakhouse burgers are on our radar for dinner today. We had the pleasure of eating a... Sign in to see full entry.

It has been a memorable and eventful week. Several out-of-town relatives visited John and me for our big 60th birthday party. After enjoying a big brunch buffet yesterday we dropped the last of the relatives off at the airport. John and I have spent most of this morning opening our gifts and tidying... Sign in to see full entry.

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