“…tell me again about how you used to watch movies in a car. It sounded so cool to me.” — Conor Knighton outdoor cinema car seat entertainment fifties legacy *. *. * Particularly popular in the fifties and sixties, drive-in cinemas let patrons enjoy films from the comfort of their vehicle with concession stand snacks … More Drive-in
“A great many people, and more all the time, live their entire lives without ever once sleeping out under the stars.” — Alan S. Kesselheim free from walls and such asleep beneath nighttime stars nature’s peace at work *. *. * Marketed for both work and camping trips, the 1947-1951 Frazer Vagabond/Kaiser Traveler could be … More Camping Out
“Your life is your canvas, and you are the masterpiece. There are a million ways to be kind, amazing, fabulous, creative, bold, and interesting.” — Kerli fabulous fifties decade of extravagance dazzling chrome and fins *. *. * Classic car lovers and retro enthusiasts alike find much to enjoy at the Dauer Museum of Classic … More Fabulous
“I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in order.” – John Muir place of soothing joy healing reserve of beauty nature’s sacred ground * * * Formed by sand and stones from melting Ice Age glaciers, the 30’ diameter, 15’ deep granite Basin in Franconia Notch, NH, … More Soothing
“I’m going to North Pole to help out Santa this year.” — Jimmy Fallon sure-footed helper shiny red nose not needed move over Rudolph * * * Miles of snow and Nala is in her element. Wishing a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all! • “North Pole” haiku by Mary O’Connor • Photo by … More North Pole
“A cold wind was blowing from the north, and it made the trees rustle like living things.” — George R. R. Martin stripped clean of treasured golden autumn leaves, branches bow to bully winds * * * As the moods of seasons change, so nature adapts • Tennessee artist Gloria McRoberts depicts the seasonal transformation … More Windswept
“Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.” — Hamilton Wright Mabie festive lights and cheer holiday remembrances reflect time and love * * * Built with lobster traps and 460 hand-painted buoys, the Stonington (CT) Lobster Trap Tree lights up the town dock in annual tribute to the … More Holiday Tribute
“Some are not who they say they are, and some are not who they seem to be.” — Ellen Raskin disguised for the day decked out in yellow or pink safe for one more year * * * Gozzi’s Turkey Farm is known for its “Guilford Gozzi White” turkeys that are brightly colored with natural … More Disguised
“The piano keys are black and white but they sound like a million colors in your mind.” — Maria Cristina Mena nature’s own music piano key butterfly melody of wings * * * The Piano Key Butterfly is named for its distinctive black and white wing markings, resembling the keys of a piano. A Central … More Piano Keys
Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down. – Oprah Winfrey sticking together during tough times and peaceful best buddy bonding * * * Snuggling up close, as if the best of buddies, avian … More Buddies
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