Arlington National Cemetery
May 16, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 75 °F
It has been a long time since Sharon and I had been here. It is always good to visit this hallowed ground and pay tribute.
Tomb of The Unknown Soldier
May 16, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 77 °F
Changing of the guard, changing of the wreaths, and taps…
Arlington House
May 16, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 79 °F
Once was the home and working plantation of Robert E. Lee. This site now commemorates both the positive and negatives of this American legend.
National Army Museum
May 17, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 66 °F
WOW. This was one of the most interactive and well laid out museums we have ever been to. Yes, I’m an Army Veteran. Yes, I may be a little biased. But, this would be time well spent by ALL.
Glad you made it to the National Museum of the United States Army, a very special place that honors our Soldiers and their families and preserves their legacy! Great meeting you both today! Safe journeys! I’ll be following you! Burt Thompson, President Army Historical Foundation. [Burt Thompson]
National Museum of the Marine Corps
May 17, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 75 °F
The few. The Proud. The Marines. This an excellent collection of their history, achievements, artifacts, and legends. The Navy should be very proud!!
Geaux GurusBud, take a look at the picture right before that one. You can see that I did a close up of the soldier on the far left.
Guinness Brewery Baltimore
May 18, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 70 °F
We did the brewery tour and tasting. Fantastic! We loved the Pineapple Coconut Stout and the Preakness Ale. Yum!!
We Like “Perform” in The Preakness
May 19, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 55 °F
Leg two of our Triple Crown visits. The Preakness at Pimlico. Great tour of the facility, the stables, the starting gate, the paddock, etc. our money will be on a Mage and Perform exacta!
Monocacy Battlefield
May 19, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F
This was one of General Lee’s last ditch efforts to change the outcome of the Civil War. He split his army and sent a large force to invade a lightly protected DC. Union forces delayed thisRead more
Gettysburg Battlefield (part one)
May 21, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 75 °F
The turning point of the Civil War. Hands down, one the most impressive battlefields we have visited on our trip thus far.
Gettysburg Battlefield (part two)
May 21, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 75 °F
Such a beautiful day…we needed more than only twenty pictures to share.
Flight 93 National Memorial
May 22, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 68 °F
We all remember that dreadful day. We all know where we were when it happened. This National Memorial visitor center does an excellent job of depicting the harrowing events of United Flight 93. TheRead more
Fort Necessity National Battlefield
May 24, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F
So much history in this small corner of Pennsylvania. Here is where a young George Washington was labeled “an assassin”, learned some hard lessons of fort placement, and essentially started theRead more
First National Road and Friendship Hill
May 24, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 77 °F
Do you know Albert Gallatin? No? Google him. An immigrant who moved hear from Geneva. Senator. Congressman. 4th Treasury Secretary. Devised financing of Louisiana Purchase. Negotiated treaty of Ghent.Read more
Ohiopyle State Park
May 24, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 73 °F
Pretty park and nice camping spot. Whitewater kayaking dream. Very close to a real treat tomorrow!
Fallingwater by Frank Lloyd Wright
May 25, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 55 °F
This has always been one of my most favorite buildings by Frank Lloyd Wright. It simply one of the most iconic buildings in the world. Seeing it in person was a very special experience!
Allegheny Portage Railroad Historic Site
May 25, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 63 °F
It’s funny how we all take things for granted. Trains. Planes. Automobiles. Back in the 1800’s, efficient travel was a challenge. In 1835, this was revolutionary. It served it’s purpose forRead more
Johnstown Flood National Memorial
May 25, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ⛅ 64 °F
It was 1889. Days of torrential rains were wreaking havoc for all streams and rivers in this southern PA area. A privately owned dam, which was already a topic of discussion, due to it’s lack ofRead more
Rivers of Steel - Carrie Furnace Tour
May 26, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 59 °F
What we didn’t know about iron or steel production could fill many volumes. Therefore, a two hour tour of the grounds, process, and final production was very enlightening.
Pittsburgh Sights And Eats…
May 26, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 68 °F
We had a great day exploring around the steel city. Excellent recommendations by all.
Kinzua Viaduct
May 28, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☁️ 75 °F
Many years ago, I was watching The Discovery Channel and they had a disaster story on this bridge. Long story short…it was originally built with iron. It was later updated with steel. However, in anRead more
Eternal Flame Falls
May 29, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 68 °F
Well, the current drought in the northeast was very evident on this trail. Much lower amount of water flowing than usual. However, seeing a natural eternal flame in nature was a new experience.
Around Buffalo NY
May 29, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 75 °F
We have been pleasantly surprised by the abundance of beautiful buildings in and around this city. Definitely not what we were expecting!
Our Lady of Victory Shrine & Basilica
May 29, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 81 °F
This place of worship has served Buffalo since 1921. The priest, Father Baker, outlined his desire for the finest materials and artist to come together to create a masterpiece. We think he achievedRead more
Another Frank Lloyd Wright Home
May 29, 2023 in the United States ⋅ ☀️ 84 °F
We had such a great experience at Falling Water, we were excited to find out he had another in Buffalo. Unfortunately, the interior was closed. The remaining were photos of our campsite.
Niagara Falls
May 30, 2023 in Canada ⋅ ☀️ 84 °F
WOW. Well, by now, you all should know that Sharon and I love waterfalls. So, it should geaux without saying that we were very excited about today’s adventure.
Geaux GurusWe did not. On a budget. And, I get sea sick in a kayak. So, behind the falls won. Just as impressive.