No Man is an Island

English poet and cleric, John Donne said, “No man is an island.” Humans as social beings find ways to get connected. Bridges between islands, boats as means of transport to be with other people to name two. Man’s efforts to get connected many times please the eye, like the scene below.

Free Friday: Race Point Lighthouse Tour, Cape Cod

Race Point is located in Cape Cod’s northern tip. Vessels negotiating its bars found travel treacherous.  Thus, as early as 1808, Provincetown residents had asked for a lighthouse. In November 1816, their wish was granted when Race Point Lighthouse was lighted. It is one of the lighthouses with revolving lights. The feature differentiated it from … More Free Friday: Race Point Lighthouse Tour, Cape Cod

Pressed: Most Beautiful Place in Every State – PureWow

This country is called America the Beautiful for a reason, so we decided to take a closer look. Here, the most stunning place in every single U.S. state. Cue all of the wanderlust. Source: Most Beautiful Place in Every State – PureWow This article caught my attention on my Facebook Newsfeed. I excitedly clicked on … More Pressed: Most Beautiful Place in Every State – PureWow

Today in History: In 1883, Brooklyn Bridge, NYC Opened

“After 14 years and 27 deaths while being constructed, the Brooklyn Bridge over the East River is opened, connecting the great cities of New York and Brooklyn for the first time in history. Thousands of residents of Brooklyn and Manhattan Island turned out to witness the dedication ceremony, which was presided over by President Chester … More Today in History: In 1883, Brooklyn Bridge, NYC Opened