Family: November 2024 Archives
Blue Spring Te Waihou walkway to open ahead of summer - NZ Herald
One of the most beautiful places my family and I have ever been: Water so crystal-clear you can see the plants waving in the current at the bottom of the stream, surrounded by a canopy of tall evergreens. Soon to reopen after being closed for a year because of a rockslide at the end of the trail with a parking lot.
"Work to restore public access to the Blue Spring / Te Waihou Walkway is underway, almost a year after the track closed. South Waikato District Council awarded the project to build a new track at the Leslie Rd end of the walkway to Keir Landscaping and Structures earlier this month."
The St. James was our last civilized night's sleep before our near-100-mile Philmont trek, and our first real meal off the trail this past July. Glad to see the tradition going on. "Situated in Cimarron, New Mexico, at the entrance to the Enchanted Circle, the St. James Hotel is more than just a lodging destination; it offers an invitation to immerse oneself in the history, flavors, and rugged charm of the Old West. Originally under the stewardship of Bob Funk Sr. and the Funk family since 2009, the reopening under Chad and Alyse Mantz will ensure the family's love for Western heritage continues into the future. With their leadership, this historic hotel and its acclaimed bar and restaurant are set to reclaim their status as New Mexico's premier destination for adventure, hospitality, and unforgettable dining experiences."
The U.S. Dialect Quiz: How Y'all, Youse and You Guys Talk - The New York Times
My dialect map pinpointed Tulsa, Oklahoma City, and Wichita as the cities to which my dialect is closest (because of my use of the terms "crawdad," "service road," and "pop," respectively. I'm furthest from Worcester, Springfield, Mass., and Providence because I pronounce "aunt" as "ant."
