Farming, forestry, tillable land, navigable rivers and roads combined to make Frederick, MD. the center of a network for travel since earliest times in Colonial America and onward through today. Looking at the map with its modern interstates, I-70 and I-270 get the most attention and traffic. But the original National Road, Rt 40, runs straight...
One of the best things about a custom jeweler is the artistry involved. Emerald, diamond, garnet, amethyst – the gems certainly matter, but so does the ring or necklace that holds the gem. Large or small, simple or fancy, Doug Zaruba of Vortex 13 does amazing, creative work. For exacting quality images of your...
I love BBQ. I love beef ribs, pork ribs, pulled pork, brisket, chicken…. I love it all. In fact, my contribution to a family reunion back in Pennsylvania was – you guessed it – BBQ, and specifically BBQ from the Black Hog. We had family in from all over, including Europe, and the ribs and...
If you can forgive my Dr Seuss moment, I first met Anna O’Brien, DVM when we created new photos for her blog, website and books. In addition to being a veterinarian, an accomplishment in itself, Anna has many other interests. Take it from her self description: Writer, veterinarian, lover of books, triathlons, cookies, weird science....
