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Annapolis Naval Academy

Last year Lisa took us on a tour of the Naval Academy, and this year, after watching the rain pour down, we took a chance to repeat our tour for Synara.  

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Naval Academy in Annapolis

Yesterday, Lisa took Alejandra and I on a tour of the Naval Academy. It had been ages since I had been there, so it was like learning about it all over again for me. Before we crossed the Naval Academy bridge, we had a stop on the scenic overlook. (Click...

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Our Independence Day

We had a quiet 4th of July this year. We had some tennis watching time, swimming, and cookout. Alejandra and Miquel played tennis. After that, a good American tradition over a fire, Smores.

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Saying Goodbye to Miss Elisabeth

…or as Rubi­ says, Miss Sipsipee This past Saturday, we were invited to Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis to say good-bye to Elisabeth, who is off to work and study in Wisconsin. She has been wonderful to have in our home. She will be missed. People come and people go...

Winnie the Pooh, and Silas Too! 1

Winnie the Pooh, and Silas Too!

Silas had never been to the movie theater yet, and with the new Winnie the Pooh movie, I just HAD to take him! You see, Silas and I have spent a lot of time watching the old Winnie the Pooh movies. They are so charming and so dear, often if...

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In Annapolis with Georgie

It was another beautiful day, and for her last outing, I decided to take Georgie to Annapolis. Then we decided to take a Harbor Cruise! Yet something else I had never done! Once on the boat, we got to see the Naval Academy, the Bridges over the Severn, and the...

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Blue Angels 2010

I took Laura, Silas, and Cammy to Annapolis to see the Blue Angels. This year, I think they did a lot more things than last year. We all had fun!

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Back to the B&A Trail

Today the good weather took Laura and I to the B&A Trail. It seems like forever that we had been there. The trail has about an 8-foot wide paved surface and is in good condition. The total length is 13 miles between Annapolis and Glen Burnie, MD. Once you reach...

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Blue Angels!

Each year the Blue Angels come to Annapolis. The first time I saw them was unexpected and almost scary! |A few times back now, it’s just a thrill to see what it is they can do. This was my first time though with my new Canon camera using the 70-300mm...

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Annapolis

Annapolis is the capital of Maryland and a very pretty and historic city. We decided to go for a look. John enjoyed all of the buildings, brick work, and even some maple pecan fudge. 🙂 In 1694, soon after the overthrow of the Catholic government of the lord proprietor, Sir...

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Old Photos: Sandy Point State Park

Sandy Point State Park, a 786-acre park near Annapolis, Maryland, offers a variety of recreational activities including swimming, fishing, crabbing, boating, and hiking. With its convenient location on the west side of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, Sandy Point State Park is a popular destination for families during the summer months. Facilities include picnic...

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Been Busy

Um….my last post I informed you that I finally purchased my dream camera! – The Canon 40D Well, I’ve been busy…. The camera has so much going for it. It brings birds right to your eyes! Like this Sparrow: Or this Goldfinch: …and yesterday Laura and I went to Annapolis...

Enric & Miranda visit: Annapolis 0

Enric & Miranda visit: Annapolis

My son and his wife have graced us with a sweet visit before they go off back to Northland Baptist Bible College. Yesterday we went to Annapolis to just casually walk around. We looked at the shops, had some smoothies at Ben & Jerry’s, and went to the Harbor to...

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Our Independence Day

We had a very sweet July 4th. The weather was sunny and great, the pool water was not too cold, and my sister and her husband came (fixed the bathroom fixtures, which was very nice!) and we had a cook out; all the usual, grilled barbecue chicken, hamburgers, corn on...