by Charlie Leocha | Sep 21, 2011
The natural cycle of foliage is one of the rhythms that sustain the musical score of life. Seldom modest, trees proclaim their leafy program boldly — from their first brave buds, through pale-green youth and blossoming, on to glossy green maturity, and ending, in...
by Victor Block | Aug 6, 2011
I stood frozen with fear, unable to run. The terrifying image drew closer, his curved sword swinging wildly. Just as he was about to separate my head and body, I snapped back to reality, left my all-too-real daydream about Blackbeard behind and moved on the next...
by Victor Block | Jun 2, 2011
It took scant minutes after arriving on Martha’s Vineyard to get a fix on what the island is all about. I passed winding driveways with gentle names like Swans Way and Sweet William path that led to mansion-size homes. Rickety roadside tables were laden with...
by Victor Block | May 10, 2011
I was immediately mesmerized by the beauty and tranquility of the Ming Dynasty Chinese garden through which I was strolling. Images of intricately sculpted roofs and covered walkways are reflected in jade-green pools. Growths of willow, bamboo and other delicate plant...
by Charlie Leocha | Jan 4, 2011
New York has never been a cheap place to visit, but it can be done affordably. Hotels can be book for the $100-$125 range, great meals can be found for less than in the suburbs, Broadway shows can be seen for half-price, parking coupons slash costs, and a stroll down...
