Category Archives: Interesting Buildings

Somebody’s Farm

Posted on May 23, 2015 by Roger

As I was walking around outside the Mac-O-Chee house, I happened upon a grassy lane that led back into the woods. I followed it a short way and came upon a collection of farm buildings. I’m sure they were connected … Continue reading →

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Opryland Resort

Posted on February 26, 2015 by Roger

Opryland Resort was huge — three large hotels with a combined 2,000+ rooms, all covered with a glass ceiling with huge atria in between. The atria were filled with stores, restaurants, fountains, rivers, waterfalls and live plants. It was impressive … Continue reading →

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1972 Triumph TR6

Posted on July 29, 2009 by Roger

When I was in high school, this was my dream car. Even the color, although I’d rather have a tan than a black interior. I knew someday I’d own one. I was wrong. And if I could choose any car … Continue reading →

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Lincoln Park Conservatory

Posted on July 1, 2009 by Roger

After touring the zoo, we took a stroll through the Lincoln Park Conservatory. The greenhouse was built in 1895 to display exotic plants and to grow plants for the Chicago Park District.

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Lincoln Park Zoo

Posted on July 1, 2009 by Roger

My niece and nephew came up for a visit. On July 1, we headed to Chicago and spent a day in and around Lincoln Park. Of course, we did the zoo, and of course, it rained. The animals put on … Continue reading →

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