Henri Bauholz
I was raised in rural Maryland and graduating from college in upstate NY. Since that time I have lived and worked in many places, across the US and traveled extensively in the US, Canada and western Europe. I now reside in Maine.
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My Publishing AdventureMy publishing adventure began with a short story and ended with an ebook conversion.
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A Busy and Festive December at the Minister's HouseMy Christmas memories recall the popular Christian holiday, as one of joyous celebration accompanied by elaborate and exhausting preparations.
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Five Health Resolutions for 2012Staying healthy does not have to be an expensive proposition. It can be done with just a small daily attention to proper exercise and diet.
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The Zen of SnowshoeingWhen weather conditions cooperate, shoeshoeing is an enjoyable way to appreciate the great outdoors.
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Learning about 9/11 Through a Canadian ExcursionEvents such as September 11, 2001 are hard to fathom, yet they can be survived and tend to yield strong thoughts and emotions that can persist for a lifetime.
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How to Distinguish a White Birch from a Quaking AspenOn the outset, paper or white birch tree may appear identical to the quaking aspen. Upon closer examination the two trees have some very interesting differences.
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Varieties of PylonsThough once used a word to describe ancient towers, the pylon today can be found anywhere from a football field to an electrical transmission line.
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The Origin of Youth HostelsThe youth hostel began in Germany during an August thunderstorm in Germany, when a teacher and eight of his students took overnight shelter in a barn.
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What Are SyllabicsIn some parts of Canada travelers may come across an unfamiliar form of symbols displayed on a public sign or building. These are nothing more than a script referred to as Canadian Aboriginal Syllabics.
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Uses for Cedar PostsThe cedar trees of North America produce an aromatic red-colored heartwood that is both insect and water resistant. As a result cedar wood has many practical uses, especially with exterior applications.
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Large Wolves of the WorldWolves are a large canine with worldwide distribution. The wild wolves of the world can be subdivided into several major species.
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Distinctly Texas GiftsTexas has its own distinct history and geography that is plainly evident to anyone who searches for a gift for a friend or family member.
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Hiking Trails of Portland, MainePortland, Maine hosts many fine hiking trails, both within and just outside the city. -
April Fools DaySometimes even Mother Nature gets into spirit o this unusual holiday.
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The Bookstores of Portland MaineThe New England city that was once home to Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, today supports numerous booksellers, many of which are located in the downtown arts district.. -
Super Bowl XLVThe 45th Super Bowl features two very good quarterbacks on teams which have the ability to score points. The offense may determine the outcome.
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The Ivy Grow LightFor years Al Allman has struggled with his kitchen supply business. No matter how hard he tries, the business refuses to show a profit. Then on a bleak and cold December day an event occurs that will forever change Al's life. -
Super Bowl HaikuOn Sunday nigh, two formidable forces will clash in Dallas. Only one can prevail. -
Seafood Restaurants in Portland, MaineBecause of its location on Casco Bay along the coast of Maine, Portland has a large selection of restaurants that serve tasty seafood.
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HandMade FilmsHandmade Films began when George Harrison teamed up with Monty Python to put together "The Life of Brian".
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Pleasant Mountain in Southwestern MaineLocated in western Maine between Bridgeton and Fryeburg, Pleasant Mountain offers outdoor enthusiasts both summer and winter activities.
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The Portland ObservatoryFirst built as a signal and communication tower in 1807, the Portland Observatory can be climbed to the top by a spiral set of wooden stairs.
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Time BanditsThis British-made film of the '80s is perhaps one of the best time-trip films ever made.
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German Travel After ReunificationGermany has seen many changes since World War II that can affect foreign travelers. -
The Montreal Museum of Moving PicturesMontreal has a film exhibition space and archive that is located downtown next to the thriving arts district.
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Portland TrailsPortland Trails is a non-profit organization in Maine that develops and maintains urban walking paths in the New England city of Portland.
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Finding Inexpensive HostelsHostels are now offering more services and amenities and as a result they are becoming more expensive. Here are a few tips on finding hostels that are inexpensive and still a fun place to visit. -
Massasoit, the PeacemakerMassasoit lived near Plymouth, when the pilgrims landed and was instrumental in forging a peace agreement with the the new colonists.
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Syracuse men's basketball historyThe Syracuse men's basketball program came into its own during the '70s with a trip to the final four and the arrival of Jim Boeheim as coach.
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A White Christmas in FloridaMy first Christmas in the Sunshine State turns out to be one that I will always remember.
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Eastern Quebec by BusThe Gaspe region of Quebec offers rugged coastlines and pristine forests for bus travelers. -
Tumbledown Mountain and PondTumbledown Pond is located near the summit of Tumbledown Mountain in western Maine. -
Packing for Bus TravelBus travelers can pack along a variety of food and entertainment items that will make their journey more pleasant.
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The Ins and Outs of Screenwriting - Conversations with a Screenwriter's AgentNo matter how you look at it, screenwriting is a tough business to break into.
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The Story of SamosetIndian life along the Atlantic coast was already in turmoil before the pilgrims landed.
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The Climb to Tuckerman's RavineTuckerman's Ravine in the White Mountains of New Hampshire is an enthralling place for both hikers and skiers.
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How Fish Taxonomy WorksThe scientific identification of fish is a logical process, which requires many steps. -
What Do Picture Editors Do?Picture editors are employed by magazines, book publishers, newspapers and advertising agencies to select and arrange images for public use. -
An Insight into Reflex CamerasReflex cameras have been in existence for over a hundred years and are built with some sort of mirror and reflected light system that focuses the image on a ground glass viewing surface. -
An Overview of Chinese CharactersThe Chinese written language is characterized by a large number of symbols called characters. Some of these characters represent visual concepts while others are phonetic in nature.
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Triad Scientific IdeasMany aspects of our natural world exhibit behavior that can be explained by a three-part description. -
The Art of Photographing MountainsPlacing a range of mountains or even a single peak in a photograph, so the picture looks interesting takes patience and practice.
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The Development of Dutch ChocolateThe development of modern chocolate has a long and interesting history that today yields two modern products, Dutch-processed cocoa and natural cocoa powder.
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Overview of Electric SawsElectric saws for use around the home and workshop come in many different types and sizes, for each saw is designed to accomplish a specific task.
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Learning a New Language on the RoadForeign travel can be an exciting adventure and an enjoyable time that is greatly enhanced if you have a basic understanding of the language.
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A Guide to Complementary Colors for HomeownersComplementary colors on the color wheel can be selected and applied to the interior of your home to render an attractive and modern color scheme.
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Writing About EducationA veteran teacher might want to share his or her experience with the world and publish in a education periodical magazine.
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A Quick Literary Tour of the WestThe western portion of the United States with its vast tracts of open land and high mountain ranges has always been a rich subject for writers.
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Living Room ArtFor those who are purchasing art for their living room, while trying to make an investment, here are a few suggestions.
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The Road to Rialto: A Long Walk in the Italian Riviera Reveals a Dark Historical SecretThe Italian Riviera is located near the French border, where there is a region of a similar name. On the Italian side there are many fascinating walks both on and near the coast.
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A Quick Literary Tour of the SouthThe South is draped in mystery and mystique, aided by a slew of talented literary personalities that have defined the region on the own terms.
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A Quick Literary Tour of the NortheastFrom Henry Wadsworth Longfellow to the Harlem Renaissance, the northeastern part of the United States is filled with intriguing literary sites.
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What is a Banquette?A banquette has a variety of meanings with some dating back to the Middle Ages.
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Visiting Montreux, Switzerland, Without the JazzMontreux, Switzerland is a beautiful place to visit even when the jazz festival is not in session.
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Just a Church KeyThe church key came into use after the end of prohibition, when alcohol manufacturers once again returned to the livelihood of making beer and other alcoholic products.
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Into the WildAfter having read the the book, I viewed the movie and was surprised by how much I liked the film release.
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The House of Seven Gables in SalemThe House of Seven Gables is not only the title of a prominent piece of 19th century American literature, but it is also the name given to an actual Colonial home in Salem, Massachusetts.
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Super Bowl Predictions for XLIIIThe Pittsburgh Steelers have everything going for them on Super Sunday, but I will predict a Cardinal upset anyway.
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The Wyeth DynastyAfter the death of Andrew Wyeth last week, Jamie Wyeth becomes the foremost living artist of the impressive line of Wyeth painters.
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Artist Andrew Wyeth Dies at Age 91Andrew Wyeth, the great realistic painter, who spent most of his life in Pennsylvania or Maine, died on January 16th at age 91.
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Pittsburgh Coaching Wins the DayThe Pittsburgh Steelers are now favored to win the Super Bowl on Sunday by seven points, but if the Cardinals have any say in the matter, then perhaps Arizona will prevail.
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The Improbable Path of the Arizona CardinalsDespite a 9 - 7 regular season record, the Arizona Cardinals are now playing in the Super Bowl on February 1 in Tampa, Florida.
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Jets Versus DolphinsThe Miami Dolphins will go up against the New York Jets in a regular season finale that may produce some real fireworks, as the Jets go against their ex-quarterback, Chad Pennington.
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Monhegan Island, MaineMonhegan Island is located ten miles off the coast of Maine and it is a fascinating place to visit.
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Like the End of the WorldAn ice storm hits northern New England and it leaves a big mess behind.
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Remembering Johnny UnitasThis piece is about the great quarterback for the Baltimore Colts, Johnny Unitas, and the title game of 1958, when they beat the Giants in the last few minutes of the game.
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A Tale of Two QuarterbacksThe two starting quarterbacks bring two very unique personal stories to the Patriots-Jets football game on Sunday.
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Hike to North Moat Mountain in North Conway, New HampshireNorth Moat Mountain is located just oustside the town of North Conway, New Hampshire. It is a great place for a day hike.
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Will They Call Him Broaway Brett?Brett Favre will be playing this season with the Nerw York Jets.
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The Imminent Return of Brett FavreAs the season nears there is still some speculation that Brett Favre will return to the NFL>
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Following Mozart from Salzburg to AustriaSalzburg is a quaint city with unique architecture and landforms that sets it apart as one of the continent's big draws for tourists. The charming place successfully promotes the two musical families that have made it famous, the Mozarts and the von Trapps.
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Visiting Acadia National Park in MaineAcadia National Park offers a beautiful combination of mountains, ocean and forests. It is located on the coast of Maine near Bar Harbor.
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Monaco, France, and Casino Monte Carlo: A Tourist's GuideWelcome to Monaco, a sovereign, royal kingdom and a tiny, French-speaking city all rolled into the same small package. Monaco, home to the famous Monte Carlo car race, is one of those unique dens of human habitation.
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Peabody Museum of Anthropology & Archaeology in Cambridge, Massachusetts: A Study of the Americas at Harvard UniversityThe Peabody Museum at Harvard University contains many educational exhibits from the Americas and the South Pacific.
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Words of My Perfect Teacher: An Irreverent Look at BuddhismA quick glimpse at the filmmaker and Buddhist teacher, Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse, through the eyes of another filmmaker, Lesley Ann Patten.
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How to Shoot Pictures on the StreetAll that it takes to make photographs of people on the street is a good attitude and a little bit of patience.
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The Fogg Art Museum: Viewing Classical and Modern Art Treasures at Harvard UniversityThe Fogg Art Museum holds a diverse collection of both classical and modern art.
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For Color Intensity, Try Night PhotographyThe night time offers much oppurtunity for the creative photography to intensify the colors.
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The Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge, MassachusettsThe Busch-Reisinger Museum is dedicated to the presentation and study of modern German art from the twentieth century.
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A Quick Glimpse at Cambridge, MassachusettsCambridge, Massachusetts is more than just a top-notch tourist town, it is also a fun place to visit.
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Opening Day at FenwayThe Red Sox return to Fenway Park after playing games in two foreign countries, Japan and Canada.
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Can the Red Sox Repeat?The Boston Red Sox face many obstacles in their attempt to win a consecutive World Series title.
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Riding the Downeaster: Information About the Boston to Portland Amtrak RunThe Downeaster is a popular Amtrak route between Boston, Massachusetts and Portland, Maine.
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Climbing the Steeple at The Vors Frelsers Church in CopenhagenThe Vors Frelsers Church in Copenhagen has a steeple with a set of stairs that can be climbed to the top.
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The Brandenburg Tor of Berlin: A Landmark as a Witness to HistoryThe Brandenurg Gate, one of Berlin's most popular landmarks, is now the symbol of a re-united Germany.
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In Maine, Heavy Snow Followed by Heavy Rain Creates Hazardous Weather ConditionsSnow followed by heavy rain cased flooding, power outages and many closings in the state of Maine, today.
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The Resistance Museum, Copenhagen: Great Place to Spend an AfternoonThe Museum of the Danish Resistance provides a fascinating account of the civil disorder that followed the German occupation of Denmark.
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How to Enjoy Copenhagen's Free Bike ProgramIn Copenhagen for a small deposit you can obtain a bicycle and when you are finished using the bicycle, you get your deposit back.
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The Statens Museum for Art in Denmark: A Mixture of Old and New ArtA new, modern wing has been recently added to the Statens Museum For Art in Copenhagen, accenting the many different styles of art that are displayed inside.
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Copenhagen Tourists Flock to See the Blue-Coated Guards: Changing of the GuardMany people come to Copenhagen to watch the changing of the guard, which occurs at Amalienborg Palace, when the Queen is in residence.
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Copenhagen's Sleep-ins: An Alternative to the Youth HostelAn alternative that is often necessary in the busy summer moths to the popular youth hostels in Copenhagen, are a similar enterprise known as Sleep-ins.
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Helsingor and the Kronborg Castle: A Medieval Town North of CopenhagenHelsingor is an attractive Danish town located north of Copenhagen on body of water, Oresund, that separates Denmark from Sweden.
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Things to See and Do at Roskilde, Denmark: Home of the VikingsRoskilde, a Danish town that is located on the Roskilde fjord, was once a Viking settlement.
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Dixville Notch: A Wilderness Post in the Great North WoodsDixville Notch offers fine dining, fine skiing, golf and swimming.
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21st Century Copenhagen: How a Bridge Changes a CityCopenhagen is rapidly changing because of the Oresund Bridge that now connects it with Sweden.
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A Sampling of a Youth, High-Rise Hostel in DenmarkDenmark has a popular system of youth hostels, called Danhostel. They are part of Hosteling International (HI), an international organization.
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The Growing Problem of Space DebrisEven through scientist and engineers have been aware of the problem for a while, debris in space is a growing problem.
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New York Giants Beat New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII with a Touchdown in the Last Minute of PlayI doubt if Mr. Shakespeare could have written a better script for this sporting event.
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Football's Quarterback DynastyArchie Manning never played for a winning NFL team, but two of his sons, Peyton and Eli have.
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What Randy Moss Brings to the Patriots?Randy Moss has added a lot of dimension to the Patriot's offense.
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Will Sibling Rivalry Win the Super Bowl?On Sunday February 3 Eli Manning will attempt to follow in his brother's footsteps and quarterback the New York Giants to a Super Bowl victory.
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Vysehrad Castle: A Lofty Castle Overlooking PragueThe Vysehrad Castle in Prague is a popular place for locals to visit. There is no reason why the traveler or foreign visitor would also enjoy this wonderful locale.
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Super Bowl PredictionsThe 42nd Super Bowl is a rematch of the last game of the season, when the Patriots visited the Giants and won by three points. Expect another close game on Super Sunday.
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Super Bowl XLIIThis year's Super Bowl features the exciting inter-city rivalry of Boston and New York.
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Hop-along BradyTom Brady was spotted on Monday in New York City wearing an orthopedic foot brace.
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It's the Pats Vs. Giant(killer)sThe New York Giants squeak past the Green Bay Packers to win a trip to the Super Bowl.
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A Salute to Josef Sudek: A Surrealistic PhotographerJosef Sudek is the father of modern Czech photography.
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The House of Photography in Prague: Prague as a Photography CenterIn post-Communist Prague the House of Photography has emerged as a leader in the photographic arts.
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NFC Championship Playoff Prediction: Packers vs. GiantsThe Giants face an uphill climb on Sunday night in their attempt to make it to the Super Bowl.
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Bobby Fischer Dead at 64Bobby Fischer died today in Iceland at the age of 64.
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AFC Championship Preview: Patriots vs. ChargersThe Patriots should handle the Chargers on Sunday at Gillette Stadium.
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Terrell Owens Crying: Wide Receiver Gets Tearful Over Cowboys' LossTerrell Owens gives a spirited defense of Tony Roma and the Dallas Cowboys after there heartbreaking loss to the New York Giants on Sunday.
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On to the ChampionshipQuarterback play in this past weekends games was a major factor in determining the victors.
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New Orleans Sees the Return of the Streetcar: St. Charles Line Back in ActionThe St. Charles streetcar line in New Orleans has been completely restored all the way to the Corollton Riverbend.
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Pete Carroll to the NFL? This Patriot Fan Hopes NotThe Atlanta Falcons are interested in hiring Pete Carroll as next year's head coach.
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Watching AmericaWatching America is a website well worth watching because they translate important articles from overseas newspapers and post them on their site.
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Countdown Calendar Gets a Kiwi Thumbs UpThe George W. Bush Out Of Office Countdown Calendar is not only a popular item in the United States, but also it is raising eyebrows in places like New Zealand.
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The History of Prague's Charles BridgeThe Charles Bridge in Prague is one the most popular travel destinations in Europe
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The Second Round of NFL PlayoffsThe home team advantage looms huge in any post-season NFL matchup, so I pick all home teams to win except one.
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New Year's Eve in MaineNow that Portland's First Night celebration is a thing of the past, other municipalities are finding that there annual events are becoming more popular.
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The First Night Celebration in BostonThe First Night Celebration in Boston is a popular event that draws very large crowds to the downtown area.
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The Real Story of Maria von Trapp and the Inspiration for The Sound of MusicThe movie, "The Sound of Music of Music" presents a somewhat glossed over account of the life of the von Trapp family.Also published on:
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A Quick Look at Modern Day Austria: The Eastern EmpireAustria is defined, even today, by the Hapsburg monarchy that reigned for so long over this small mountainous country.
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A Brief Look at Prague: A City Lost in TimePrague is a visual smorgesbord of architectural sights.
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The Story Behind the Song "Good King Wenceslaus""Good King Wenceslaus" was a real ruler who reigned over Bohemia in the tenth century.
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Why There is No Dada Art Museum: A History of Dadaism in BerlinWhen the Dada art movement traveled to Berlin it acquired a political overtone that was not present in Zurich.
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The Berlin Wall: Where is it Now?The Berlin Wall has long ago been torn down, but pieces of the wall are on display at various locations around the wall.
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Visiting the Hamburger Bahnhof in BerlinThe Museum Fur Gegenwart (Museum For The Present) in Berlin presents art exhibits mainly from the twenty first century and the last two decades of the twentieth century.
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Neue Nationalgalerie: A New Gallery and Art Space in BerlinThe Neue Nationalgalerie in Berlin is a German art Institution that shows modern art from around the world.
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Journal from a Blizzard: A Nor'Easter Hits MaineA Nor'Easter hits the coast of Maine with driving winds, snow and freezing rain.
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The Story of a Berlin Crossroads: Rebuilt from the Ground UpThe Potsdamer Platz in Berlin, Germany has at many times found itself in the midst of far-reaching historical events.
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Nor'easter Scheduled to Hit Maine on SundayThe snow event that residents of Maine are worried about is the Nor'easter that is due to hit on Sunday, and not the storm that just passed through southern New England.
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Holiday Performances: What's On Stage in Portland, MainePortland has to be classified as a major city, because every year about his time, there is a ballet company or theater group that puts on a performance of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker Suite.
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Portland's Old Port During the Christmas Season: An Historic WaterfrontThe waterfront in Portland, Maine is commonly called the Old Port, where visitors will find many shops and restaurants, especially at Christmas.
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Patriots RollThe New England Patriots dominate the second half of play against the Pittsburgh Steelers in a 34-13 victory.
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The Maine Narrow Gauge Railway Puts on a Christmas Light ShowThe narrow gauge railroad that once ran in western Maine is preserved on a small segment of track in Portland, Maine.
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Berlin's Gemaldegalerie: A New Home for Old ArtThe Gemaldegalerie(Picture Gallery in English) is a recently built building in Berlin that holds a large collection of classical European Art.
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Portland Tree Lighting Ceremony Begins Holiday SeasonPortland, Maine puts up a lot of outdoor lights to celebrate the Holiday season.
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A Cold and Windy Night in BaltimoreThe New England Patriots beat the Baltimore Ravens by a score of 27-3 on Monday Night Football.
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Christmas Shopping at the Maine Mall: An All-NighterFor the third year in a row, the Christmas shopping season at the Maine Mall began with an all-night party.
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The Idiot's Guide to Pumpkin Pie for the HolidaysHere, I provide simple instructions for making a pumpkin pie.
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The Youth Hostels of Mitte, Berlin in Germany: Hostelling at Its FinestMitte, a section of Berlin, hosts many hostels that are an enjoyable place to stay.
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A Walking Tour of Berlin: The Best Way to Get Acquainted with the German CapitalOne of the best ways to learn about Berlin's colorful history is through a guided, walking tour.
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Traveling to Bern, Switzerland's Paul Klee Zentrum CenterThe Zentrum Paul Klee was built in 2005 in order to house the large collection of the Swiss artist's work.
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A Visit to Die Brucke Museum: A Very German Art MuseumThe Brucke Museum in Berlin celebrates a group of German Expressionist painters that called themselves, Die Brucke (the bridge).
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The Lenbach House in Munich: The Blue Rider Group at Its BestThe Lenbach House in Munich is a state run museum that holds a large collection of Blue Rider paintings.
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The Patriotic ChallengeLast night the New England Patriots defeated the Philadelphia Eagles by the score of 31-28.
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Thanksgiving Story of Squanto: The Indian Who Traveled Across the SeaA brief account of the trans-Atlantic voyages of the American Indian by the name of Squanto.
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An American Original: The Story of the PumpkinThe pumpkin was present at the first Thanksgiving, but originated in Central MExico over a thousand years ago.
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The Mighty Rutabaga: The Story of a Modern VegetableThe popularity of the rutabaga is on the rise.
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Portland, Maine: Events Honor Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's Legacy"The Song of Hiawatha" will be read in its entirety at the St. Lawrence Center for the Arts in Portland, Maine on December 1.
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Out and About in Heidelberg: Where Philosophers like to WalkHeidelberg is a German university town that is popular with visitors for many different reasons.
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A Visit to Bacharach, GermanyThe Stahleck Castle at Bacharach is now a popular youth hostel, where travelers of all ages can stay very cheaply.
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A Brief History of Munich, Germany: The City that was RestoredAfter the war the citizens of Munich chose to rebuild their city to replicate what was destroyed.
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Frankfurt, Germany: The City that was RazedAfter World War II the bombed-out city of Frankfurt was razed to become the modern place that it is today.
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A Perfect Ending to the Perfect Bowl - at Least for the PatriotsThe New England Patriots recently triumphed over the Indianapolis Colts in a see-saw battle.
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The Writer on Tour: How Famous Authors Sell BooksEven famous or popular writers find it necessary to embark on a book tour in order to promote their latest offering.
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Portland Stage Company Debuts Longfellow, a One Act PlayLongfellow is a one act play that freely mixes Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's poetry with words from his letters and memoirs.
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Hundertwasser Museum in Vienna, AustriaThe Hundertwasser Museum in Vienna is a wonderful mixture of architecture and visual art.
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A Quick Tour of Ljubljana: The City with a Castle on the HillLjubljana is the capitol of Slovenia. It has a castle that sits high on a hill near the center of town. Much of Ljubljana's history revolves around this castle.
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A Visit to Slovenia: The Invisible CountrySlovenia is an Eastern European country that in recent years separated from Yugoslavia and became an independent country.
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From Venice to the Italian Riviera: My Vacation Within a VacationA travel story about a visit to the Italian Riviera, where a several day rest stop was planned.
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Lake Bled in Slovenia: An Island with a Lake, Church and MountainsLake Bled is a popular tourist attraction in the small country of Slovenia.
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Schonbrunn in Vienna: Walking Around an Extraordinary Country EstateSchonbrunn is the beautiful Vienna estate of the Hapsburgs. It is great place for long walks around the palace and gardens.
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Naschmarkt: Vienna's Snack MarketVienna has a wonderful market, complete with sit-down restaurants called the Naschmarkt.
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Best Places in Vermont for Colorful Autumn DrivesAutumn is here, and the fall colors are quietly beginning to change. For a spectacular drive through the Green Mountains of northern Vermont, one might consider the climb up into Smuggler's Notch, a beautiful place with a colorful name.
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Vienna's Leopold Museum: Tribute to Premier Art CollectorThe Leopold Museum in Vienna, Austria, is a magnificent tribute to Austria's most noted living art patron, Rudolf Leopold.
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The Albertina Museum: A Taste of Old ViennaHere's a look at the Albertina Museum and some of the rich history associated with the museum and its original inhabitants, the Hapsburg family.
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Tess Gerritsen's The Bone Garden: When a Doctor Writes FictionHere is a brief summary of a talk that Tess Gerritsen gave about her most recent novel, The Bone Garden.
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A Trip to the Traveling Wall: Vietnam War Memorial Replica Comes to MaineHere are my reflections on a visit to the Vietnam War replica when it was set up in Maine during the Memorial Day weekend.
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First HitA funny story about getting dinged in the head while playing high school football.
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A Night at the Opera: Why Free Tickets to a Puccini Opera Are Hard to GetThis article provides a brief description of the Vienna State Opera, combined with humorous notes from the author's experience selling opera tickets in the United States.
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Brief Berlin History: "I Am a Jelly Doughnut" and BeyondA humorous look at the modern city of Berlin.
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Buying American is as Easy as Flipping Labels and Online ResearchHow I learned of a small Clifornia company manufactoring backpacks from recycled plastics.
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The Losing End: Memoir of a Baltimore Orioles FanThoughts and reflections from a lifelong Orioles fan afterlearning, that they had lost to the Texas Rangers, by a score of 30 to 3.