Category Archives: art

The “not-so good” war

Posted on August 19, 2016 by

Often, as Americans we are told that World War II was “the good war.” But, is that really the case or is it just an example of the victors writing history to serve their needs? No one is disputing that … Continue reading →

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Classic car nameplates/hood ornaments

Posted on July 5, 2016 by

Took these photos (and many others) of classic car nameplates and hood ornaments over the past holiday weekend during the National Cherry Festival Classic Car Show. Enjoy!

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Kerouac’s eloquence in “The Dharma Bums”

Posted on June 2, 2016 by

I love reading books penned by Jack Kerouac. Somehow, his freewheeling eloquence with the written word just lifts imagery and wisdom right off the page and into your soul’s deepest crevasses. Earlier today I finished reading The Dharma Bums and … Continue reading →

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“Shakespearean” cities

Posted on May 24, 2016 by

Below is a partial list of those cities that incorporate some aspect of Shakespearean lore in their name, either directly or indirectly, as well as by intention or accident. Names include, but are not limited to characters in his plays, … Continue reading →

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States with most quilt barn trails (by county)

Posted on May 9, 2016 by

Having begun just back in 2001, Quilt Barn Trails have certainly become popular in a number of states around the country. In particular, the following regions have seen the most trails development in the past 15 yearsbased on the number … Continue reading →

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Stitching together a “Quilt Barn Trail”

Posted on May 1, 2016 by

On Michigan’s historic Old Mission Peninsula, the community has banded together to stitch a Quilt Barn Trail. One may ask, as I first did, what is a Quilt Barn Trail? Essentially, it is an effort to celebrate and recognize the … Continue reading →

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“Hitch” is a Formidable Joyride

Posted on April 3, 2016 by

Anyone who has read Panethos for an extended period of time probably has figured out that I love rock music, particularly alternative rock and indie rock. Call me a creature of habit, but ever since my first Beatles, Monkees, and … Continue reading →

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