Life Changing Move.....Moundville WV Adena Mound

On May 9th I left Swanton Ohio headed to Wilmington NC to find a new job and a new life. On the way I spent several days sightseeing. I ended up in Moundville, West Virginia at the site of the largest Adena Culture Indian Mound in North America. This was my second side trip of the day:
Access to the mound was closed when I arrived...however I did manage to get several photos of the mound...awe inspiring!

Lake View Cemetery....Wade Chapel

While at the cemetery I visited;
Dedicated in 1901, Wade Memorial Chapel was built in honor of Jeptha Wade, founder of The Western Union Telegraph Company, by his grandson. The exterior was designed by W. Dominick Benes and Benjamin S. Hubbell. The interior was designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany. The awe-inspiring window "The Flight of Souls" is the focal point in the Chapel's interior. The window is done in the Favrile technique developed by Tiffany, giving the glass an opalescence and iridescent quality by exposing it to chemicals and fumes of molten metals during the glass-blowing process. The mosaic on the chapel's west wall symbolizes the prophecy and law of the Old Testament.The mosaic on the east wall symbolizes the fulfillment of the law of the Prophets through the birth of Christianity.The Wade Chapel is a stunning piece of art. Everywhere there is symbolism...magnificent.

Lake View Cementary...John D. Rockefeller Memorial

While at the cemetery I visited;
John Davison Rockefeller began his career as an assistant bookkeeper for a Cleveland commission merchant. In 1863, Rockefeller entered the oil business, and in 1865 he left the commission business to work full-time in oil. He organized the Standard Oil Co. and became its largest stockholder when it was chartered in 1870. The oil business made him the richest man in the world, worth over $1 billion at the time of his death. He gave away $500 million dollars during his lifetime.
His grave is marked with a very simple headstone and I noticed there was coinage laying on top of it. I found out later that it is customary to leave loose change on the headstone...brings good luck. The tall, white-colored obelisk marks the family burial site.

Life Changing Decision....Moving

On May 9th I left Swanton Ohio headed to Wilmington NC to find a new job and a new life. On the way I spent several days sightseeing. My first side trip was to Lake View Cemetery 12316 Euclid Avenue Cleveland Ohio. It was simply stunning... While at the cemetery I visited;

The Garfield Memorial the final resting place of the 20th President of the United States, James A. Garfield.
In the crypt directly below the Memorial Hall are the bronze caskets of President Garfield (draped with an American Flag) and his wife Lucretia.

President Garfield was shot July 2nd, 1881 in the Washington train station by a disappointed office seeker. Garfield died from his wounds on September 19, 1881, two months short of his 50th birthday.

Friday Night Fishing...

This Friday night fishing trip with my friends Joe, Randy and Shandell turned out pertty good. Not bragging..I caught the biggest catfish weighing in at 7.5 pounds. We had a total of 11 weighing over 50 pounds...wow!

Daily Walk...

Had a visitor today while I was enjoying a beautiful morning walk in Northwest Ohio. This doe stood there for roughly 3 minutes..long enough for me to get my camera out of my pocket...turn on...and take picture. I see lots of deer..and yet I'm still excited to see and photograph them.

Daily Walk

I had a visitor today while walking Oak Openings Preserve. This beautiful Millard duck was forging for food as I walked up on him and as soon as he became aware or me..he tried to make a get-a-way. I managed to capture this image of his escape. Spring is really beautiful...the animals are starting to come out...and they are beautiful to behold.

Let's Go Fishing....The Maumee River..

Spent the night boating up and down the Maumee River and Turkey Foot Creek area catching large catfish with my friend Joe. The moon was almost full...the waters and winds were calm making it very pleasurable night on the Maumee River. It was not a very successful night...the fish were not biting...however I did manage to catch one...coming in at a measly 15.5 pounds...LOL! What a thrill!!!

Daily Walk...

Walking Oak Opening Preserve Metropark near Swanton Ohio I came across this Chipmunk that was busy doing whatever it is Chipmunks do. What was unusual...is that this one didn't run off after noticing me. It climbed onto this branch and posed...it was truly wondrous!

Old Time Rhyme...

Recently my dads sister Ms. Clara Cox 85 years young was talking about her school years...it was wonderful hearing her talk about her childhood and her experiences in a one room school house in Jellico Tenn. She point out that when the older childern would learn something pertty much everyone learned it including the youngest of the group. She them recited a Rhyme just as if it was yesterday she learned it...the sparkle in her eyes spoke volumes.

All good times are past and gone
and all good times are over
all good times are past and gone
there will be school no more

Job Search...

This was one tough week on the job front. Managed to get 4 resumes sent which is not enough...however the opportunities are not available in Toledo. My morale and confidence are high...along with my daily walk and exercise I hope to have the edge when I get that interview.

POW * MIA

Today Staff Sergeant Keith M. Maupin - POW*MIA 16-Apr-2004 was laid to rest after military authorities using DNA evidence identified and returned his body to his family. Maupin’s remain were found in Iraq, nearly four years after he was captured by insurgents. An Army general visited them and gave them the news, Keith parents said.

Maupin was a 20-year-old private first class when he was captured on April 9, 2004, after his fuel convoy was ambushed west of Baghdad. He had been driving a supply truck. Let us not forget this brave man and all the others that are following in his foot steps.

Mindblowing Lego Art...

I would like to introduce my readers to Nathan Sawaya a mind blowing Lego artist. His works of art are mind blowing as witness with this masterful work of Lego art. Mr. Sawaya’s art is currently touring North American museums in a show titled, The Art of the Brick. It’s the only exhibition focusing exclusively on LEGO as an art medium. If this exhibit comes to your city...check it out...you will not be disappointed.

Daily Walk...Sure sign of Spring..

Lets Play Ball

While visiting my folks I was reminded that spring is here...time to have fun outside, and enjoy the comforts of mother nature. I took this photo from behind 2nd base at the sports complex of St. Andrews Presbyterian College in Laurinburg NC.

Meet my Friend...Nana Gibson..

This wonderful lady is Nana Gibson of Laurinburg NC. I meet her 5 years ago and she has been a blessing in my life. Her body is frail but her mind is very sharp. She loves Carolina Basketball and can name all the players...I can't do that! I keep teasing her to call me whenever she get behind the wheel of a car..so I can get off the road..LOL! Whenever I'm home I invite her to come over to share stories and food with my family. I want her to feel loved and wanted and...if you live to be 93 years young you too can have blue hair...LOL! Seriously, I Love this lady and she bring joy to my heart...God Bless Nana Gibson!