Most mornings I hear the NYC and tri-state traffic reports that include the very important status of the George Washington Bridge which is vital to commuters and travelers between New Jersey and NYC. Earlier this morning I heard traffic was moving well on this holiday though often there are big delays getting across. According to the Port Authority of … Continue reading Happy President’s Day George Washington
Author: Liz Mayers
Making Hot Dogs and Building Bridges
If I knew how bridges were built would I be less afraid to cross them?. If I saw a bridge actually being built would that help me overcome my fear? (If overcoming my fear is what I wanted to do, which I'm undecided about.) Or would it be like learning how a hot dog is … Continue reading Making Hot Dogs and Building Bridges
This Orange Is Not New
I can think of only one bridge with a color in it's name. If I were to visit San Francisco without having seen a photo of the Golden Gate Bridge, I might imagine I'd see a bridge the warm color of a Gold Retriever, or the vivid yellow of McDonald's Golden Arches, or shiny like a Golden Globe statue. I … Continue reading This Orange Is Not New
Organized Bridge Walks – Spring/Summer 2017
Anyone out there thinking of walking across a bridge to tackle your fear? Don't do it alone! I found a few organized bridge walks across some mighty big bridges coming up this spring from coast to coast in the US. If you know of other walks in the US or around the world or if you're … Continue reading Organized Bridge Walks – Spring/Summer 2017
Rickety Bridge
At first look I was drawn to the this quaint, pastoral scene and the simplicity of the bridge's construction. Then I had to laugh because the second man is waiting for the first to cross before going further. It appears too much weight might collapse this rickety-looking bridge. I haven't seen how many early bridges were constructed but I have to think … Continue reading Rickety Bridge
Life is Full of Surprises
"What IS that?’ I asked my husband. He was driving. I was gazing ahead slightly east. I said it like you would when you see something grotesque or disturbing like a cat flattened in the road. You know what you’re seeing but you hope your eyes and brain are processing it all wrong. “Was there … Continue reading Life is Full of Surprises
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