We followed a trail and climbed to the top of Devil’s Den, a tumbled cluster of large boulders. It provided several good hiding places for Confederate soldiers to shoot at Union soldiers. Late afternoon sunshine burned my back. I looked directly across the wide valley named the Slaughter Pen by Confederate soldiers to the hill … More Are You Going the Wrong Way?
Good leaders correctly size up situations and take swift decisive action. Our visit to Gettysburg National Military Park had a profound impact upon me. We stood on the rocky slope of a hill known as Little Round Top. From this vantage point we gained perspective of the immense battlefield. Like the large size of the … More Gettysburg — the Story of Little Round Top
The famous Liberty Bell was originally called the “Old State House Bell.” When most people think of the Liberty Bell, they expect to see that iconic crack in it. Everyone wants a photo including the distinctive characteristic. It wouldn’t be the Liberty Bell without it. Most of us don’t realize that these bells were actually … More The Liberty Bell
In honor of Presidents’ Day the National Park Service at Independence National Historical Park (Philadelphia) has several activities scheduled for this weekend. One is a Gallery Tour at the 2nd Bank of the U.S. Portrait Gallery: “The Early Presidents” tour is scheduled for this Saturday, February 17, 2018. View details for it and several other … More Founding Personalities
When we rented our car at the Philadelphia Airport, the rental agent offered us a package deal for $25.00 to cover the cost of all toll roads we encountered. At the time we had no idea we would find so many toll roads in this part of the country. What is with all the toll … More For Whom the Toll Surprises
As promised I have more food tales to share from our visit to Pennsylvania. Today let’s start with breakfast—a smorgasbord breakfast. Shady Maple Farm Market advertises their business: Where Food is a Destination. Now that is the truth. This family owned business is actually a combination of Farm Market, Smorgasbord, and Gift Shop. Marvin Weaver … More Shady Maple
Did you know there are dragons in Lancaster County? Another surprise! Green Dragon Farmers Market & Auction advertises a carnival atmosphere. Indeed it did remind me of a carnival or a county fair—without the Ferris wheel. The grounds had several buildings to shop in as well as outdoor stalls. Furniture to food, clothes to candy, … More Green Dragon
Do you like beautifully modernized antique vehicles? If so, a National Street Rods Association® event may be the place for you. The NSRA annually hosts several specialty shows in the U.S. featuring hot rods and muscle cars among others. The photos in this post were taken at the Street Rod Nationals East this summer in … More Gleaming in the Sun
On a beautiful summer morning we climbed into a large Amish buggy. Levi, our Amish driver and tour guide was a retired farmer. He skillfully drove our wagonload of seven tourists (including 1 small boy) across the highway. Many people think of the Amish and Mennonites when someone mentions Lancaster County. Those same people often … More Amish Country
One glimpse of those buildings tucked away from the road and I was immediately intrigued. Their architecture was obviously early (1700s) and obviously European. What in the world were they doing here in Lancaster County? The sign read, Ephrata Cloister. Dressed in white monastic garments similar to descriptions of those worn by original members of … More Ephrata Cloister
