The Festival of the Bluegrass will be held June 10-13 near Lexington, Kentucky.  It‘s the 37th year of the festival and I’ve attended five of them -- one back in the 70s and then the other four over the last ten years.  Besides the music, what I enjoy most is the opportunity to see my friends and family and to spend time outdoors.  Sadly, most of my life is spent indoors and I love to have the freedom to just sit outside and enjoy the day. ... Read More

Is there a pot of gold at the end of a moonbow?

One afternoon while visiting relatives in Corbin, Kentucky, we decided to have lunch at the Dupont Lodge at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park.  From most tables you have a lovely view of the Cumberland River and outside the windows are feeders to attract the resident birds and delight the diners. The food was plentiful and enjoyable.  I had catfish and the usual array of buffet vegetables, salad fixings, green beans, mashed potatoes and some yummy hush puppies. One person in our group ordered a Kentucky favorite – A Hot Brown (a... Read More

Question:  Terry Houston asks: I'd like to take a car trip within a 150-mile radius of Cincinnati. Any suggestions?

Answer: Mary Ann Bayer, travel professional at the AAA office in Cincinnati suggests several trips.  If you are looking for someplace close to home, consider Indianapolis, which is approximately 100 miles from Cincinnati.  The Children’s Museum , for children of all ages, is a good place to start your adventure.  Meet a mummy, climb a limestone wall, ride the world famous carousel,... Read More