When you first arrive at Plimoth Plantation they suggest you watch the short welcome video. The video is an overview of what you will see during your visit…
The look I was going for here would be called, weathered. What a wonderfully photographic face this sailor has…I really liked the texture of his beard. Normally, I…
This is the Master’s Quarters. The Mayflower’s Master (today referred to as captain) was named Christopher Jones. The Master’s job was to direct the course of the ship…
The cook’s room, on the Mayflower, may have been housed in the forecastle (also known as fo’c’sle, the forward most cabin of the ship). The two images above…
This is a Traverse Board. “It was used to record the direction and speed of a ship during a four-hour watch. Each half-hour a crewman would place pegs…
Just sit right back an you’ll hear a tale,A tale of a fateful trip.That started from this tropic port,Aboard this tiny ship. The weather started getting rough, The…
My pie skills were passed down from three generations of wonderful bakers. From my great grandma Bryant to her daughter Elinor (my grandmother who I unfortunately never met)….
Step 2: Peeling the apples. This is probably my least favorite part of making an apple pie. Although, cleanup and washing the dishes are very close behind. When…
The original apple. Nutritious, delicious and no batteries required. While I didn’t go apple picking (except at the supermarket) these apples are a sign that Thanksgiving is just…
History has been made today. The first African American has been elected President of the United States of America. On January 20, 2009, Barack Obama will take office…
First, a little history from the Plympton website: The town of Plympton was incorporated in 1707. It is approximately 14.8 square miles and is, therefore, the smallest town…
Happy Halloween! I took this picture in the Downtown Crossing area. The skeleton was guarding pumpkins and gourds at the fruit/vegetable stand. I found the original image to…
Business first: I must give credit to AndreaMosaic which is the software I used to create this image. It’s a free download and I really like the results…
The fall colors have really been spectacular this past week. Besides the leaves changing, another sign that winter is fast approaching, is that we had to change the…
Here’s another sign that Fall is in full swing. I was walking around the Muddy River and came across these acorns. Apparently, someone had a fine meal. There’s…
I mentioned on Wednesday that I walked around trying to take photos that would showcase the sky that day (Tuesday’s & Wednesday’s posts). This daisy was another shot…
Jamie
"Thank you. Mayflower House has a beautiful flower garden. "
Kathy
"I just love your flowers! "
Jamie
"Yes, it was at Nelson Park. An event they have once a year ..."
Michelle
"So pretty. I love how the American flag is highlighted by the snow. "
Michelle
"She is so sweet. It makes you think twice about eating hot dogs! "
Michelle
"That is serious devotion! So cute. Is this at Nelson Park? What was ..."
Shirley
"Yes. So lovely! "
Shirley
"Wow. That is crazy lush! "
Jamie
"They really do a great job with their parks and there are so ..."
shirley
"Oh my. This is freaking beautiful! "