Tag Archives: tourism

Today is Under Construction

Poor translations are often funny, and sometimes unintentionally wise. On this sign, the translator left out the subject of the sentence - waterfalls. The sign is for visitors to a park in Japan. It says  that because of construction work around … Continue reading

Posted in in the news, this and that | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Bikes, Blues, and Barbecue

The bikers are here! Since 2000, Fayetteville has hosted an annual motorcycle rally called Bikes, Blues, and Barbecue (BBB). Motorcycle enthusiasts come from everywhere to show off their motorcycles (“Bikes”), to listen to live music (“Blues”), and to enjoy delicious food … Continue reading

Posted in my world | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Vacation in Tornado Alley

Summer is the season for dramatic weather such as thunder, lightning, and tornadoes. It’s also the season for taking a vacation. Some people think that storms + vacation = the ultimate summer experience. Storm chasing is a popular and growing … Continue reading

Posted in interesting people | Tagged , , , , | 5 Comments

Liberty Quiz

On this day 125 years ago (June 19, 1885), a French ship arrived at Bedloe’s Island, New York. It was carrying a large structure created by the sculptor Frederic Bartholdi. Bartholdi’s name for his creation was “Liberty Enlightening the World,” … Continue reading

Posted in culture | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment