Jan 30, 2012 17:21 - By: Rosalind Cummings-Yeates
Trattoria Roma
If you’re ever visited a big city and got herded into the nearest tourist trap when you found yourself hungry, you know that these are never the places that locals inhabit. Whether it’s an “authentic” version of the local cuisine or a gimmicky landmark filled with overpriced dishes, you recognize when a place is a genuine hangout or not. From now until February 4, you’ll get the chance to discover real Chicago eateries during Chicago Originals Restaurant week. Read More »
Jan 30, 2012 9:49 - By: Whit Honea
With all of the presidential campaigning and primary hoopla, I thought it appropriate to ask some former presidents their opinion. So far, no comment.
Mount Rushmore National Memorial is located near Keystone, South Dakota and features some of America’s greatest presidential hits.
Mount Rushmore is an amazing place to visit and should be included on every family road trip within a 100 mile radius. Give or take. It’s fun and educational!
Over the years people have suggested other presidents be added to the monument — who would you like to see on Mount Rushmore?
Directions to Mount Rushmore
This post is part of the Uptake Monday Museums, Monuments and Memorials Series.
Photo: jimbowen0306 via Flickr
Jan 28, 2012 20:33 - By: Rosalind Cummings-Yeates
A graveyard at Brookgreen Gardens
Just 18 miles north of Myrtle Beach, Brookgreen Gardens stands as the country’s first public sculpture garden, with 50 acres of lush, landscaped gardens dotted with over 14,00 artworks spanning the early 1800s to the present. Besides art, nature trails, a zoo and exhibits, Brookgreen Gardens also boasts ancient graveyards that give a peek into the history of the people that lived on the land centuries ago. Read More »
Jan 27, 2012 23:09 - By: Whit Honea
We rode the cable car (pictured), walked along the curves of Lombard Street, took in the view from Fisherman’s Wharf, and shared a couple of scoops at Ghirardelli Square — all in all, a good father and son vacation in San Francisco (and that was just one afternoon!).
It was his first time visiting the city of San Francisco, and the look on his face shows it.
My oldest son and I took a weekend trip to San Francisco, just the two of us — although we spent time with friends during our stay. It was a different experience, and while we missed the rest of the family it was nice to have the time together. More to come!
This post is part of the UpTake Friday Family Series.
Photo: W. Honea
