by B.L. Unkel | Apr 9, 2022 | Travel
Most of us were taught there are no stupid questions. If you don’t know something, ask. But sometimes the answer—rather the person providing the answer—can make you feel foolish for asking. Question #1 – Food Years ago, Mom and I left my dad with his cousins in...
by B.L. Unkel | Mar 26, 2022 | Travel
Let’s finish our journey through the Lake District National Park in Cumbria County, England, by stepping back in time. The Romans For over 400 years (55BC to 410AD), Romans played a significant part in England’s history. Their presence can be seen in various...
by B.L. Unkel | Mar 12, 2022 | Travel
A friend of mine is currently visiting England’s Lake District, and I’m jealous. I’ve holidayed there several times in the past, but it’s been years since my last trip. Whether you’re familiar with the area or not, here are some fascinating facts you may not know....
by B.L. Unkel | Nov 6, 2021 | Travel
Several years ago, a couple of friends and I visited the Biltmore Mansion in Ashville, N.C. It was mid-November, and we’d gone specifically to see Biltmore decorated for Christmas. (If you haven’t done that, I highly recommend it.) We toured the main house twice,...
by B.L. Unkel | Oct 2, 2021 | Travel
Tennessee celebrated its 225th birthday on June 1 of this year. In honor of my adopted state, the June Did You Knows (as well as a couple in July) were all Tennessee-related. There were also Tennessee-related food and entertainment DYKs I wanted to share, but I...
by B.L. Unkel | Aug 28, 2021 | Travel
How many of you have heard Disney’s song, It’s a Small World (After All)? Unless you’ve been living under a rock since the early 1960s, you’ve probably heard it at least once in your life. (In fact, after just reading the song title, I’ll bet many of you are humming...
