“Do you consider yourself an ‘Influencer?’” My former student, Savannah, popped this awkward question as we swung open the doors to “Happy Place,” the surreal pop-up photography playground that zinged into Boston this month. “Um…” I stalled, grappling for an appropriately inspiring answer to explain why I had been invited to tour and photograph the space,… [Read More]
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Bash Bish Falls: Read This Before Hiking in MA or NY!
We made a mistake while hiking Bash Bish Falls in Western Massachusetts with kids… a sweaty, soggy mistake. This here article aims to keep you from our error! But first, let’s get some background information. Bash Bish Falls is the highest waterfall in MA! In its entirely, the Bash Bish water chute stretches nearly 180 feet… [Read More]
The Funniest Farm Market Sign in Southwest PA?
A day visiting Fallingwater is luscious, but add a hilarious sign and peaches to the mix, and it turns downright heavenly. My husband and I were driving through the Laurel Highlands of southwestern Pennsylvania when we got the hot tip from an in-the-know local. “There’s a farm market on the route to your hotel near… [Read More]
You MUST See Randyland in Pittsburgh: Free Color!
There are two ways to start this article. One is to go conventional: Ask you if you want to see the most colorful, joyous, FREE tourist attraction in Pittsburgh, PA — a courtyard of wonders that’s a rainbow backdrop for your photographic and emotional aspirations. I would ask you if you’ve heard the title “Randyland”… [Read More]
Men’s Travel Clothes, Male-Modeled Amid Flowers
Want travel clothes for men? My husband is a male model and will show you what to pack! Er, truthfully — my husband is actually a middle school teacher like me, not a professional model… but I think you’re going to enjoy the next few photos, anyway, and get some men’s fashion ideas, too. Back… [Read More]
Teamwork Skills: Working Together Well (a Funny Educational Video)!
Teamwork Definition: A Cupcake? What does a cupcake have to do with teamwork? Well, a red velvet cupcake combines several surprisingly different elements (cream cheese frosting, fluffy cake, and red food coloring) to make one luscious dessert. Similarly, great group collaboration unites the diverse skills and characteristics of each group member to produce a fabulous… [Read More]
