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The Shemer Art Center is a small arts education center and museum near the foot of Camelback Mountain in Phoenix. It is a welcoming place with a large, sculpture-filled yard. Part of that yard includes Read More …
The colorful tile dome of the Old Pima County Courthouse is an iconic symbol of Tucson. I use links to improve your experience using this website. Some may be affiliate links that pay me a Read More …
70 years ago today, Allied forces consisting of American, British, Canadian, and Free French soldiers landed on the beaches of Normandy in northern France. They landed in rough seas under leaden skies with low clouds. Read More …
Tucson’s beautiful Saint Augustine Cathedral stands just outside Tucson’s downtown core. The exterior has a stunning Mexican baroque façade, complete with southwestern details. It is a 1928 remake of the original (unfinished) 1897 structure. I Read More …
I love to travel and I have traveled at least a little all my life. That may not sound very impressive, but I grew up in a place where few people expressed any curiosity about Read More …
Spring has come late to Minnesota, but now that it has arrived, it has arrived in full-force. There are blossoms everywhere, including Irvine Park – the historic heart of Saint Paul. I use links to Read More …
History is a fickle lover, turning against the great leaders she once adored when the tides of fate bring new leaders and new ideas to power. I use links to improve your experience using this Read More …
The Riad El Yacout sits outside the medina wall near the gate of Bab Boujeloud. Along one side, the scene is dominated by a large construction site that is becoming a new hotel. This is Read More …
I wandered down to St. Paul’s newly restored Union Depot the other night to get a few shots during the blue hour. I use links to improve your experience using this website. Some may be Read More …
Fès has been famous for its fine leatherwork for 1000 years. Even today the medina features locally-made leather items. Most prominent of these may be the gaily-colored babooshes – the pointed toe, open heel shoes Read More …