Rudy’s Smokehouse Barbecue in Springfield, Ohio

Growing up, one of my summer jobs was working at Perkins on Upper Valley Pike.  It was a temporary position, but it was such a…

A New Watering Hole Opens in my Hometown of Springfield, Mother Stewart’s Brewing Company

Mother Stewart’s Brewing Company was not without controversy when it first applied for its permit as an upcoming craft beer maker in Springfield.  Taking its…

Politics, Theaters and Automobiles: Springfield, Ohio’s Rich History!

After filling up on a hearty lunch, I returned to the Clark County Heritage Center in Springfield.  With so much history, I began my second…

Springfield, Ohio: The City at the End of the Road

Arriving at the The Clark County Heritage Center, I was excited to learn more about the history of Springfield, Ohio.  This city was once my…

Tips for Entering Holy Sites Abroad

While traveling abroad, many of the main historical attractions include holy sites, such as cathedrals, churches, temples and mosques.  Within these establishments, visitors may be…

Touring the Sweet Spangler Candy Company

I remember as a child I loved Dum Dums suckers and even more, I enjoyed saving the wrappers so I could send them in for…

Cantwell Cliffs at Hocking Hills

It was a beautiful weekend of hiking throughout Hocking Hills State Park and I wanted to find a short, moderate hike that would be a…

What to Expect in 2017

This year will not only be full of local travel throughout Ohio, but also Las Vegas, Nashville, Boston, a Caribbean Cruise, as well as Israel…

A Collection of Blog Posts: 2016

ASIA Philippines:  General Santos City, Naomi’s Heart Mission CARIBBEAN: San Juan,  Puerto Rico:  Walking Tour of Old San Juan  and  Walking Tour of Old San…

Glacier Ridge Metro Park, Plain City, Ohio

A couple of months ago, I decided to take afternoon walks after my busy days at work.   A great way to wind down, I started…