Lesser-known Signers of the Declaration of Independence: Caesar Rodney of Delaware

I just learned today about Caesar Rodney. It seems that he had his own "Midnight Ride" for the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Caesar Rodney was born October 7, 1728 on a sprawling farm in Kent County, Delaware. After losing his father in his youth, Rodney inherited wealth and responsibility that he used for …

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Lens-Artists Photo Challenge #249: Art in Public Spaces

In my travels around my city, my state, and other states, I keep my eyes open for interesting "public art".  These days, you find public art in some of the strangest places!  Like the transformer boxes you find outside buildings, apartment complexes, and along roads.  New painted boxes are popping up daily, it seems.  And …

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Bellevue Arts and Crafts Fair-Back after two years off

Every year, the last weekend in July is the Bellevue Arts and Crafts Fair.  For 2020 and 2021, the fair was not held, due to the onerous Covid restrictions by the Dictator of Washington State.  The Fair was back this year, and just as wonderful as always.  Sponsored by the Bellevue Arts Museum, parts of …

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