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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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Forged in History

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Janette

About 20 miles outside Philadelphia, along the banks of the Schuylkill River, lies Valley Forge – best known as the site of General George Washington’s winter encampment during the Revolutionary War. Although no battles took place here, the encampment played … Continue reading →

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Back to Italy: Alberobello

Posted on May 19, 2025 by Janette

About 3.5 hours East of Naples sits the iconic town of Alberobello in the Puglia region. Visiting the “heel of the boot” was a highlight of my trip. I’m glad we had two days to explore the area’s unique charm. … Continue reading →

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Jim Thorpe or Mauch Chunk?

Posted on October 25, 2024 by Janette

This tiny town is nestled in the Pocono Mountains. Although I have been to the Poconos before, I have never ventured to this historic location. My mistake was not realizing what a tourist trap the little town would be! My … Continue reading →

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Mississippi: The Magnolia State

Posted on October 17, 2024 by Janette

Anyone who knows me understands my love of decorating and home renovation shows. Perhaps it’s my love of making a mess only to reorganize, making a space feel new. This was the inspiration for a recent trip to Mississippi. The … Continue reading →

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