My Daily Travels

It's steeper than it looks, and I wasn't willing to climb up the other side, so we turned around after cooling off by the creek. Years ago the fresh spring water located all over the valley was clean enough to drink, but not these days. There are too many contaminants polluting the creeks around our... Sign in to see full entry.

The threat of rain stayed in place for most of the 4th, with a 74% chance of precipitation predicted to start during the fireworks display at 9:30 down on the Monongahela River. It never happened. Not one drop of rain. It is overcast today, so I am crossing my fingers that the sky will open up and... Sign in to see full entry.

A few autumns ago, I planted white snapdragons along the side yard of my house. While watering that area yesterday in the late afternoon, I discovered one oddball beauty amongst the sea of white. It is such a lovely shade of dark pink. 🌺 http://www.blogit.com/Blogs/Blog.aspx/sassyass_649112/983282 Sign in to see full entry.

We love grilling every chance we get, especially on the 4th, but tomorrow is a jam-packed day for John and me, so it is happening this afternoon. I found a great deal on thick bone-in pork chops. I have them marinating in olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion... Sign in to see full entry.

After working three double shifts, John needed time off and some rest before climbing up on the shed with his brother to install my rooster weathervane. Even though we had a pretty good idea of which way the N, S, E, and W should sit, the guys used a compass to ensure the four cardinal points were... Sign in to see full entry.

When I planted my Madame Butterfly snapdragons a few years ago, I had no clue as to what color they would be since they are known to come in deeper colors of red, purple, pink, orange, yellow, white, and lavender. I was happy when they showed their snow-white selves last summer. Planted next to the... Sign in to see full entry.

Known for his bright orange cart filled with sweet treats, 92-year-old Gus Kalaris died on June 28, 2024. Today, Pittsburghers are mourning the loss of a local legend. Gus served ice balls, popcorn, and smiles for the past seventy-five years at his world-renowned Gus & YiaYia’s Cart, located on the... Sign in to see full entry.

The forecast predicts rain for most of the day, which I look forward to. I enjoy a warm thunderstorm minus the dangers that can sometimes accompany it. John is working a double at the mill today, so after finishing the second load of laundry I started early this morning, I plan to finish the romance... Sign in to see full entry.

Pittsburgh is known for its many historical sites, including hundreds of beautifully crafted bridges everywhere you look. The Gateway Clipper cruises down the Allegheny River, passing under the Rachel Carson Bridge, one of Pittsburgh's iconic Three Sisters bridges. The three identical bridges... Sign in to see full entry.

Even though there has been some relief from the extreme heat these past few days from the scattered rain showers, it was a restless evening last night due to tornadoes threatening to blast through three counties in western Pennsylvania. For more than 3 hours, weather warnings interrupted regular... Sign in to see full entry.