My Daily Travels

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Located just across the Monongahela River from California, Pennsylvania, lies the small borough of Newell, with a population of just slightly above 500 residents if you don't include the ghosts. Newell sits nestled in Fayette County, in a remote area that is saturated by a deep, rich history that... Sign in to see full entry.

This is never the place to be during rush hour traffic in Pittsburgh, especially when you need the far right lane and you are stuck in the far left lane. It takes nerves of steel, but I used to do it multiple times per week. I am so glad that those days are behind me. Sign in to see full entry.

I woke up this morning to a gorgeous sunny day only to find out that it was anything but warm outdoors. There was a bit of frost on the ground and my bird bath had a thin layer of ice. I had plans to putz around in the yard today, but I quickly changed my mind and redirected myself to plan B once... Sign in to see full entry.

The best part is that the trees and other blooms absolutely smell heavenly. Photo courtesy of Dave Dicello Portfolio Photos (davedicello.com) Sign in to see full entry.

I'm not sure what this pretty flower is called. I only have one growing in my yard, and I am thankful that the chilling temperatures over the past two days haven't caused her any issues. The Phipp's Conservatory in Pittsburgh grows them by the hundreds. Phipp's Conservatory. Photo courtesy of Todd... Sign in to see full entry.

Spring is definitely in the air if my yard is any indication. The weather, not so much. It is borderline chilly today, but this Dove didn't care when she hopped into my freezing cold bird bath. Sign in to see full entry.

We celebrated my oldest daughter's birthday yesterday at the Texas Roadhouse. I arrived at the restaurant a few minutes ahead of the gang. The weather was not favorable as in there were high winds that not only blew my hair into a crazy mess but the strong wind also whipped my daughter's birthday... Sign in to see full entry.

When it comes to eating a slab of moo cow, I have considered the possibility that it is a texture thing, but the jury is still out on that one. What brings up this discussion is the fact that we are heading to the Texas Roadhouse later today to celebrate my oldest daughter's birthday, which is... Sign in to see full entry.

Pittsburgh is a city that has several communities with residents of Irish heritage, and the city's St.Patrick's Day parade is absolutely phenomenal, with thousands of people celebrating Irish pride. This year the parade will be held on March 16, and Mother Nature has decided to cooperate and allow... Sign in to see full entry.