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Nebraska Rock: Chimney Rock National Monument
Criss-crossing the Midwest one summer, we found ourselves passing through the non-flashy state of Nebraska, where we stumbled upon the Chimney Rock Museum. In fact, it is a state famous for its flat farmlands and unassuming nature. However, unknown to us was how many...
Serene Cape Cod Beach: Marconi Beach
What draws us to the embrace of the sea? The charm of a Marconi Beach print provides an ideal backdrop for these thoughts. It shows the peacefulness of the Atlantic Ocean stretching as far as you can see. Tucked within the Cape Cod National Seashore, Marconi Beach in...
Augusta Maine State Capitol: The Maine State House
On a summer vacation to the state of Maine, we were headed to Acadia National Park up north next to Bar Harbor. We saw the signs of upcoming cities, and eventually it included Augusta, the state capitol. Since my husband is a U.S. history junky, he suggested we take a...
Fargo Wood Chipper Movie Prop at Fargo-Moorhead Visitors Center
As a fan of the Coen Brothers’ entire filmography, I burst out laughing when on a visit to Fargo, North Dakota. I stopped at the Visitor Center and saw an actual woodchipper used as a display. Memories of the shocking (and unintentionally hilarious) way the hapless...
Castle Museum and Carriage House: White Sulphur Springs
If the grand walls of the Castle Museum and Carriage House could talk, what stories from the past would they tell? Nestled in White Sulphur, the Castle Museum offers a glimpse into history. Under a bright blue sky, this historic gem in the city showcases amazing...
Split Rock Lighthouse at Sunset, Minnesota North Shore
So, what draws us to a lone lighthouse standing boldly on a cliff? Perhaps it is the promise of protection, or the unshakable determination it represents. The clifftop guardian known as Split Rock Lighthouse on Minnesota’s North Shore stands as a powerful symbol of...
Majestic Shiprock: The Power of Shiprock Monadnock New Mexico
What draws us to monuments carved by nature’s hand? Is it their sheer size, their solitude, or the history they hold? The famous Shiprock Monadnock in New Mexico exemplifies these astonishing qualities. On a trip from Arizona to the Badlands, I made a detour...
Minnesota’s Ellingson Island at Sunset off the North Shore Lake Superior
What if one quiet island, such as Ellingson Island in Lake Superior, could help you hear your own thoughts again? The tranquility of Ellingson Island Lake Superior can indeed offer such an experience. I arrived early at Split Rock Lighthouse State Park, chasing the...
Sunsphere Sky High Marvel: Knoxville World’s Fair
It's hard not to be drawn in at Knoxville's World's Fair Park. Knoxville's Sunsphere, with its golden globe against a cloud-swept sky, created a moment of clarity when I captured it. This made me realize what makes a city landmark truly iconic. This tower isn't just a...
Knoxville World’s Fair Park: Sunsphere Fountain Tennessee
How often do you pause to admire the symmetry of modern marvels amid nature? Here, the scene captures more than just the physical structure; it reveals a story of ambition and artistry. With my camera in hand, the reflective waters of the fountain and the towering...