Monthly Archives: August 2026

Summer Road Trip, Stop #2: Springfield, Illinois

Posted on August 31, 2026 by Janette

I arrived in Springfield to visit my 26th state capitol on a gorgeous summer day. Completed in 1888, this is the first state capitol building I’ve visited with a silver dome, made from raw zinc for its durability and corrosion … Continue reading →

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Summer Road Trip, Stop #1: Indianapolis, Indiana

Posted on August 23, 2026 by Janette

My quest to visit more state capitols brought me to the Midwest this summer. Indiana, known as “The Crossroads of America,” became my 25th state capitol visit. Completed in 1888, the Indiana State Capitol features a magnificent stained-glass inner dome … Continue reading →

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New York: Visits and Views

Posted on August 17, 2026 by Janette

I’ll never get tired of visiting the city. There are so many things to see, do, and discover. In the past few months, I made two trips and enjoyed several new experiences. Each visit included a stop at the Morgan … Continue reading →

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Dominican Republic, Beyond the Historic Capital

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Janette

Although most of the trip was spent in the historic district visiting old forts and church ruins, I also ventured outside the area to explore more deeply. One stop was the Columbus Lighthouse, a massive cross-shaped monument said to house … Continue reading →

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Land of Larimar

Posted on August 1, 2026 by Janette

Nestled in the heart of the Caribbean, the Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti, in the eastern portion of the Greater Antilles. Known for its tropical climate and gorgeous beaches, I traveled here not to spend time … Continue reading →

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