Category Archives: Places to Go

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Roger

A coworker and I found a couple hours one day during our conference and made a quick trip to Kennesaw Mountain, northeast of the city. This is the most-visited Civil War battlefield by a large margin, but it’s not because … Continue reading →

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Bond Swamp

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Roger

The Swainson’s Warbler is a little brown bird that can usually only be seen in southern swamps between April and July. I’ve wandered the swamps of Arkansas and never seen a hint of one. They can occasionally be found in thickets … Continue reading →

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“I” Before “E” Except After “W”

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Roger

It all began two weeks ago when my boss stopped me in the hallway and said, “When you get a chance, I’d like to see you in my office.” He’s not usually that formal, and while I had no fear … Continue reading →

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The End of a Tradition

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Roger

We’ve lived near Barrington for 14 years now, and have probably driven through the downtown area on Route 59 at least once a month during that time. Every time we’ve made the trip, we’ve passed The Canteen Restaurant. And almost … Continue reading →

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Putting the FUN Back in FUNeral Home

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Roger

Is there any better way to spend an hour on a beautiful spring day than miniature golfing in the basement of a funeral home? Ten people joined me on an adventure to Ahlgrim Family Funeral Home in Palatine. The course … Continue reading →

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