Traveling Across America
In 2011, I wrote a story about a young man, Nathan, who buys old structures, takes them apart piece by piece, and then rebuilds them on his land. Recently, he received a call about a nineteenth century corn crib/hay loft that was going to be destroyed. He and his dad quickly got to work, but this time they did not have a chance to number each piece of wood as they … [Read more...]
Saturday, April 20, 2013, the oak trees at Toomer’s Corner in Auburn, Alabama, were rolled for the last time. A time-honored tradition, that began when Toomer’s Drug Store would toss telegraph paper over the power lines to let the people of Auburn know that a win had taken place during the away games. On December 2, 1972, the Auburn Tigers played the second ranked, … [Read more...]
...visit a long-time friend, Patricia, and her three amazing sons. When I left New York, I left four hours later than I had planned. The drive time from Southold, New York, to Chesapeake, Virginia was over 9 hours. This was avoiding the toll roads. HATE THEM! You pay to drive on some of the crappiest roads in the country. I decided to lower my head and drive on roads … [Read more...]
...a drive to the end of the two forks of Long Island. The sun was shining, the air was crisp and the wind was soft as we headed east. A leisure stroll along the rocky beach lead us to the end of the North Fork of New York and I spotted my first lighthouse. To the left of the lighthouse is Connecticut, a mere stones throw away. Not really, but you could see … [Read more...]
...we were off! Now, the BEST way to see "The City" is with someone who lives there, and lucky for me, my girlfriend has lived there for the past 20 something years. No tourist map was needed! Let me start out by saying, IT WAS COLD! I'm not complaining, (I prefer the cold, and I have always said, "you can always add more clothing, but, you can only take off so much … [Read more...]
Big cities are not my thing. I avoid them at all cost because of the crowds and the unending traffic. I prefer the small towns with the laid back people and slower pace of life. I’m in New York... I have always wanted to see New York City. I wanted to see the city, but I would want to avoid all the traffic and crowds, and, if I ever had the chance, I would want to … [Read more...]
I know this is a smidgen late, but I have been a smidgen busy... Another year has passed, and once again, too quickly. It is true that time goes faster the older you get, but it certainly doesn't mean I enjoy it less. I believe I have learned to enjoy it more, and hopefully, you have enjoyed the sharing of my adventures with you. 2012 started out with me … [Read more...]
Two years ago I kept a journal every day. It was rather daunting and time-consuming and I felt like I was writing ALL THE TIME. Last year I decided to try the Photo 365 thingy. You take a photo everyday and at the end of the year you will have a nice little collection that visualizes your year. I failed miserably with this one. I'm not sure why because I ALWAYS have a … [Read more...]
For the past few weeks I have been in Pennsylvania helping the Sandy storm victims. I know Pennsylvania was not as hard hit as New York and New Jersey, but this is where I was sent so, I'm making the most of it. On a recent rainy day that we couldn't work, I had a chance to meet up with my best friend, Quynh in Philadelphia for a Cheesesteak and a little sightseeing. I … [Read more...]
We have all seen the various Truffle Ball recipes floating around, and I have made my fair share of them. Here is one that is a bit different... Red Velvet Brownies 3 Tbs cocoa powder 2 1/2 tps vanilla, divided 1 oz bottle red food coloring 1 stick butter, room temperature 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 eggs 1 1/4 cup flour 1/4 tsp salt Heat … [Read more...]
HI! My name is Nanette Cole... I travel. I write. And then there is the food! Life should not be a destination, but a journey that is shared and enjoyed. This is my journey... This … [Read More...]
