Monuments, Museums, and a Batmobile – Our D.C. Honeymoon February 23, 2025 Photo Story Back in 2019, my lady and I spent our honeymoon in Washington, D.C., exploring the Smithsonian museums, admiring the city’s stunning architecture, and taking in the sheer history woven into every street. It was an unforgettable trip, filled with moments of awe and appreciation—not just for the exhibits and monuments, but for the time we got to spend together in such an incredible place. If I […]
A Night to Remember: Pop Century, January 2007 February 22, 2025 Photo Story Some nights stay with you forever. The night of January 11, 2007, was one of those for me. I was staying at Disney’s Pop Century Resort for the second time, and for whatever reason, everything about that night just clicked into place. The air was crisp but not cold, just enough for me to break in a newly purchased Disney fleece. A gentle breeze rolled through the […]
Dog with a Pipe February 18, 2025 A Poem About A Wise Dog Smoking a Pipe A dog with a pipe, so grand and so wise, Stares at the trees with thoughtful eyes. “The squirrels are busy, the birds are a’chirp, But I think I’ll nap and let out a burp.” The wind whispers secrets, the leaves start to dance, He puffs on his pipe, lost in a trance. “A bone in my dreams, a treat by my side, […]
When she reached the first hills of the italic February 17, 2025 Maddy Leads Mohonasen to a Stellar 61-41 Win On January 14th, Mohonasen’s basketball team delivered an impressive performance, securing a 61-41 victory over Cohoes. It was a game full of energy and skill, with standout plays from the entire team. However, it was Maddy who truly stole the spotlight, was without a doubt this game’s MVP of the game. The intensity on the court was matched only by […]
Senior Night Victory: Mohonasen’s Special Win Over RCS February 14, 2025 Senior Night! Last night’s game between Ravena-Coeymans-Selkirk and Mohonasen was a memorable one, with Mohonasen securing a solid victory with a final score of 47 to 37. The energy in the gym was electric, not just because of the win, but because it was also Senior Night—a special evening dedicated to honoring the graduating players. As part of the celebration, some of the juniors took the time to write […]
Masked and Marveling: A Pandemic Visit to Madame Tussauds NYC February 14, 2025 The Beautiful People Back in 2011, in celebration of Morgan’s 13th birthday, Lady and I took her down to New York City for the day. It was an exciting trip, even though it came with its share of stress—mainly because we went during the height of the COVID pandemic. Many places were closed, and we had to wear masks everywhere, but that didn’t stop us from having […]
Reflections on Madame Tussauds Washington, D.C. February 8, 2025 A Visit To A Museum That No Longer Exists During our honeymoon in Washington, D.C., my wife and I visited Madame Tussauds, and I was completely blown away by how lifelike the wax figures looked. It was almost unsettling—like they might blink if I looked away for too long. I took a lot of photos, trying to capture the eerie realism in their eyes, the meticulous detail in their expressions, and […]
There’s something timeless about the way water moves through stone, carving its path over centuries. Texas Falls, tucked away in the Green Mountain National Forest, is one of those places where nature’s quiet persistence is on full display. On this particular fall day, the air was crisp, the trees a patchwork of gold and crimson, and the light filtered through the leaves just right—casting everything in a warm, fleeting glow. The rush of water over smooth rock, the hush of […]
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