Hey Gang,
Met with the publisher and the book is now down loaded.
In a few days will have copies to proof read.
The book will sell for $9.95 so start saving your pennies.
I know you will want copies for all your neighbors and kin folk everywhere.
Gotta GoGo!!
Carey
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
covers that didn't make the cut
Hey Gang,
These are the covers that did not make the cut.
I came up with this one:
Jeff's creation:
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Jeff has come up with a third one that I am happy with. More than likely that is the book cover so stay tuned.
Gotta GoGo!!
Carey
Jeff's creation:
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Jeff has come up with a third one that I am happy with. More than likely that is the book cover so stay tuned.
Gotta GoGo!!
Carey
Wednesday, July 2, 2014
weekend part 2
Sunday I took out my little plastic fantastic car.
My plans were to take ride to anywhere for a cookout. So I decided on Rt.2 to Rt.45 to find a park.
But first we stopped at the antique co-op to check on things.
All was fine there but over head things looked a bit bleak. Called mom to ask her if there were any warnings blaring on the TV? She said none. Five minutes later she calls back and said wow is it raining now. I was heading east and watching behind me as the storm was trying to play catch up.
I didn't want dark clouds to put a damper on things so we stopped at IGA for dinner anyway. I grabbed pork riblets and a tough cut of beef, who can afford a good cut steak anymore? I know I can't like I use to.
Fuel was running low so I stopped at a gas station in Ashtabula during a dazzling display of thunder and lightening. A tanker was dispensing gasoline and he shouted to me can you believe those dimwits, I was in Cleveland where I could of filled up but they told me to drive all the way out to Weirton, WV to pick up my load, they are crazy.
I said well I don't think either one of us should be around these gas tanks with all this lightening. He yelled back don't worry, if it goes BOOM you nor I will remember it.
He had the most terrific accent. I found out he was born in Dublin but when a baby his parents moved here. He was so friendly I gave him my card which just happened to be the only card I had and that was the Constitution Party card. He looked at the card in the rain and said I am all about freedom, I attended rallies in Painesville to stop the illegals – It's not to late to lock the gate! He told a quick political joke, I shook his hand then it was off to try and find a dry spot to cook.
I stayed on 45 until I saw Rock Creek. Driving through it I spotted the Rock Creek Rotary Park Sign.
It is a very small park with one small shelter, 2 picnic tables and one grill. The highlight though is the creek and falls, just beautiful.
We stopped at one more grocery store for some last minute items then the dumpster at Dollar General for some cardboard to start the fire. I am glad I grabbed a large piece as it came in handy. We turned around, headed back to the park and had it to ourselves well at lest for a bit we did.
One more photo of a car at the Garrettsville Festival
I didn't want dark clouds to put a damper on things so we stopped at IGA for dinner anyway. I grabbed pork riblets and a tough cut of beef, who can afford a good cut steak anymore? I know I can't like I use to.
Fuel was running low so I stopped at a gas station in Ashtabula during a dazzling display of thunder and lightening. A tanker was dispensing gasoline and he shouted to me can you believe those dimwits, I was in Cleveland where I could of filled up but they told me to drive all the way out to Weirton, WV to pick up my load, they are crazy.
I said well I don't think either one of us should be around these gas tanks with all this lightening. He yelled back don't worry, if it goes BOOM you nor I will remember it.
He had the most terrific accent. I found out he was born in Dublin but when a baby his parents moved here. He was so friendly I gave him my card which just happened to be the only card I had and that was the Constitution Party card. He looked at the card in the rain and said I am all about freedom, I attended rallies in Painesville to stop the illegals – It's not to late to lock the gate! He told a quick political joke, I shook his hand then it was off to try and find a dry spot to cook.
I stayed on 45 until I saw Rock Creek. Driving through it I spotted the Rock Creek Rotary Park Sign.
It is a very small park with one small shelter, 2 picnic tables and one grill. The highlight though is the creek and falls, just beautiful.
We stopped at one more grocery store for some last minute items then the dumpster at Dollar General for some cardboard to start the fire. I am glad I grabbed a large piece as it came in handy. We turned around, headed back to the park and had it to ourselves well at lest for a bit we did.
One more photo of a car at the Garrettsville Festival
Tuesday, July 1, 2014
my weekend of June 27 through 29
Hey Gang,
What a terrific weekend I had.
So terrific I thought I should tell you about it even in the midst of a hundred things going on. I wanted to take a break and have fun this weekend and I did.
Friday Ruth, Paul and I went to the Mt. Carmel festival down the street from my house. Its a nice fest, not that big but I get to see neighbors and friends I haven't seen in awhile plus just being out enjoying the weather and sights and sounds of summer is good enough reason to go.
Saturday I tidied up the GoGo Bus as best as I could to head to the Garretsville Summerfest. My niece Crystal sent me a list of Ohio events and found it there. Thanks!
Ruth and I arrived about 6p.m. with the car show already in full swing. I didn't even know about the show. Vehicles were suppose to register but I just drove around the barricade and was directed where to park. Driving the Bus, which is always a crowd favorite, I usually get Cart Blanche. I was impressed with some of the vehicles at the cruise in, one was an original '37 Lincoln and a highly custom Geo Metro that really got my attention.
We parked and took off to walk around main street and check out all the festivities. It is not that large of a town but they had four bands playing at each intersection and one at the church. There was a 50's band, The Gospel Wagon country band that seemed like they were locked in 60's twang, a Heart cover band and four guys playing soft rock, something for everyone. The town is also very scenic with a pedestrian bridge over the falls that run through it.
We saw signs everywhere for the chicken dinner at St. Ambrose so we ate there.
Let me tell you... that was one delicious chicken dinner with some of the best green beans I ever did eat. Wow. Half a chicken, mashed potato's, green beans, bun, drink and desert for 10 bucks. For an after dinner snack I got a small pizza that was eh average at best.
After dinner I stopped at the Portage County Tea Party booth that was humorously placed next to the Democratic booth. I asked the gentleman manning it how many fights has he gotten into? I said I got to take a photo of this so he leaned over into the Dem space and the man sitting there was not too pleased. Maybe he will ask his Democratic politician friends to pass a law to stop such photos.
By the time we got back to the Bus the car show died down so I moved it closer to the remaining cars and immediately it got swarmed. I was a little taken aback when this one lady asked can I see in, next thing I know kids were piling in and not coming out. But how can you get mad at giggling kids having fun?
I raced back home to catch an hour of the Mt. Carmel festival with Joe and saw a few more people I haven't in awhile.
Sunday I took out my little plastic fantastic car....
We parked and took off to walk around main street and check out all the festivities. It is not that large of a town but they had four bands playing at each intersection and one at the church. There was a 50's band, The Gospel Wagon country band that seemed like they were locked in 60's twang, a Heart cover band and four guys playing soft rock, something for everyone. The town is also very scenic with a pedestrian bridge over the falls that run through it.
We saw signs everywhere for the chicken dinner at St. Ambrose so we ate there.
Let me tell you... that was one delicious chicken dinner with some of the best green beans I ever did eat. Wow. Half a chicken, mashed potato's, green beans, bun, drink and desert for 10 bucks. For an after dinner snack I got a small pizza that was eh average at best.
After dinner I stopped at the Portage County Tea Party booth that was humorously placed next to the Democratic booth. I asked the gentleman manning it how many fights has he gotten into? I said I got to take a photo of this so he leaned over into the Dem space and the man sitting there was not too pleased. Maybe he will ask his Democratic politician friends to pass a law to stop such photos.
By the time we got back to the Bus the car show died down so I moved it closer to the remaining cars and immediately it got swarmed. I was a little taken aback when this one lady asked can I see in, next thing I know kids were piling in and not coming out. But how can you get mad at giggling kids having fun?
I raced back home to catch an hour of the Mt. Carmel festival with Joe and saw a few more people I haven't in awhile.
Sunday I took out my little plastic fantastic car....
Friday, June 27, 2014
60th anniversary of a murder that rocked the nation.
Hey Gang,
Not sure where I should post this, my political or my travel fun blog. I guess on my travel fun blog though it is far from fun, just the connection of who I met on Thursday makes it worthy to be placed here.
This July 4th will mark the 60th anniversary of a murder that rocked not only Cleveland but the nation. This murder even inspired a TV series and eventually years later was made into a movie -The Fugitive. The murder was of Marilyn Sheppard.
There were many reasons why this gripped the nation. First this was the 50's when this just did not happen in America. Second it happened in an affluent white neighbourhood, Bay Village. Third the brutal nature of how Marilyn was murdered, she was almost unrecognisable from the beating she took. And finally the mystery of who actually did it. Sam her husband was initially convicted but after serving close to 10 years a retrial was held and he was acquitted.
Growing up this murder case was still a big deal. As a kid it fascinated me as it still does. I must have been about 10 when I read the book on the case. I have a box of all the original newspaper clippings on the murder and trial. The intrigue of who done it and what weapon was used still lingers as neither were ever found, the weapon or the murderer. But I can tell you right here who did it and what was used.
I will write in general terms now as I do not want to violate her privacy and or break her trust. But I can write this.
Thursday at a store I spoke with a lady. One talk led to another talk led to I am a relative of Marilyn Sheppard. She told me so much information that I am not even sure of the media knows what she told me. The murder weapon was not a lamp as some suspected. The reason was the room Marilyn was sleeping in did not have electricity. It was an older house. On her nightstand she kept a big flashlight. Thats what she was beaten to death with.
Here is a link to a similar flashlight.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-ASH-FLASH-FLASHLIGHT-LANTERN-EMERGENCY-BEACON-MID-CENTURY-CHROME-/291177200399?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43cb837b0f
Who did the murder? It was the window washer.
http://samsheppardmurdercase.wikispaces.com/Forensic+Techniques+employed+to+detect+and+process+such+evidence
http://samsheppardmurdercase.wikispaces.com/Case+Summary
This murder did more than take the life of Marylin, it literally consumed and destroyed the family.
Carey Masci
Not sure where I should post this, my political or my travel fun blog. I guess on my travel fun blog though it is far from fun, just the connection of who I met on Thursday makes it worthy to be placed here.
This July 4th will mark the 60th anniversary of a murder that rocked not only Cleveland but the nation. This murder even inspired a TV series and eventually years later was made into a movie -The Fugitive. The murder was of Marilyn Sheppard.
There were many reasons why this gripped the nation. First this was the 50's when this just did not happen in America. Second it happened in an affluent white neighbourhood, Bay Village. Third the brutal nature of how Marilyn was murdered, she was almost unrecognisable from the beating she took. And finally the mystery of who actually did it. Sam her husband was initially convicted but after serving close to 10 years a retrial was held and he was acquitted.
Growing up this murder case was still a big deal. As a kid it fascinated me as it still does. I must have been about 10 when I read the book on the case. I have a box of all the original newspaper clippings on the murder and trial. The intrigue of who done it and what weapon was used still lingers as neither were ever found, the weapon or the murderer. But I can tell you right here who did it and what was used.
I will write in general terms now as I do not want to violate her privacy and or break her trust. But I can write this.
Thursday at a store I spoke with a lady. One talk led to another talk led to I am a relative of Marilyn Sheppard. She told me so much information that I am not even sure of the media knows what she told me. The murder weapon was not a lamp as some suspected. The reason was the room Marilyn was sleeping in did not have electricity. It was an older house. On her nightstand she kept a big flashlight. Thats what she was beaten to death with.
Here is a link to a similar flashlight.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/VINTAGE-ASH-FLASH-FLASHLIGHT-LANTERN-EMERGENCY-BEACON-MID-CENTURY-CHROME-/291177200399?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43cb837b0f
Who did the murder? It was the window washer.
http://samsheppardmurdercase.wikispaces.com/Forensic+Techniques+employed+to+detect+and+process+such+evidence
http://samsheppardmurdercase.wikispaces.com/Case+Summary
This murder did more than take the life of Marylin, it literally consumed and destroyed the family.
Carey Masci
Thursday, June 19, 2014
Part 15 IN summary of Mammoth Cave
IN summary of Mammoth Cave – it is not as live as some other caves I toured. I found sections were not that impressive if I compared it to caves such as Luray Caverns. BUT - please don't get me wrong, it is still something to see.
On the way to the Mammoth Cave it started to lightly drizzle and by the time the bus brought us back to the welcome center it was raining and never really stopped until late Monday. Before that it was picture perfect weather for the entire trip.
The welcome center has a really nice exhibit set up showcasing the early history of Cave Country and the discovery of the caves. Even if you don't tour the caves the exhibit is worth it. We spent some time looking at the exhibits.
Paul found us. He looked refreshed and ready to go. What ever happened to him it was nothing serious. We were all hungry so it was time to leave and head back for supper.
Sorry but here is another sad commentary on America.
In years past one thing you could usually find was quality meat in the little town. The reason is many of the local stores got their meat from the local farmer. For instance when I use to frequent Rocky Fork in Ohio I would always go to this gas station food mart. They had the best little meat counter. All the meat was local. Today it is hard to find the little independent place as in this trip so we found a Save A Lot and went there.
I was fooled at first by their steaks because they were really cheap. I was about to grab a couple until a closer inspection revealed the meat was from Mexico and it really didn't look the best. I am shocked that in America where we use to have the best beef it has gotten to this point.
We quickly left there and located another grocery store in town that was a little better. I found something in this store that brought a smile and a remembrance of past travels to down south. It was fun to see something left from yesteryear – a hanging smoked ham. Most grocery stores or like places in the Virginia, Tennessee and Kentucky region, maybe other states also – I don't know, usually had and I guess still do netted or bagged smoked hams hanging from the ceiling or a pole.
The one I found at this food store was hanging on a pole by laundry soap. In the location it was at it did not look that appealing. Unless the tie is an ad that promises - For that clean smoked ham taste try...
During our search for a grocery store we came upon Tepee Village motel. Talk about a throw back to the old roadside America days. According to their website there was a chain of them. Only 3 now exist. The one in Kentucky dates to 1936.
Because of the time and rain we decided to put our groceries on ice and have
our last supper at Look Out restaurant.
I will leave you hanging like a smoked ham and finish this later.
Gotta GoGo!!
Carey
caves closed
John from wounded warriors
rain and rain and a siren
Lincoln
State rep
gas cap
On the way to the Mammoth Cave it started to lightly drizzle and by the time the bus brought us back to the welcome center it was raining and never really stopped until late Monday. Before that it was picture perfect weather for the entire trip.
The welcome center has a really nice exhibit set up showcasing the early history of Cave Country and the discovery of the caves. Even if you don't tour the caves the exhibit is worth it. We spent some time looking at the exhibits.
Paul found us. He looked refreshed and ready to go. What ever happened to him it was nothing serious. We were all hungry so it was time to leave and head back for supper.
Sorry but here is another sad commentary on America.
In years past one thing you could usually find was quality meat in the little town. The reason is many of the local stores got their meat from the local farmer. For instance when I use to frequent Rocky Fork in Ohio I would always go to this gas station food mart. They had the best little meat counter. All the meat was local. Today it is hard to find the little independent place as in this trip so we found a Save A Lot and went there.
I was fooled at first by their steaks because they were really cheap. I was about to grab a couple until a closer inspection revealed the meat was from Mexico and it really didn't look the best. I am shocked that in America where we use to have the best beef it has gotten to this point.
We quickly left there and located another grocery store in town that was a little better. I found something in this store that brought a smile and a remembrance of past travels to down south. It was fun to see something left from yesteryear – a hanging smoked ham. Most grocery stores or like places in the Virginia, Tennessee and Kentucky region, maybe other states also – I don't know, usually had and I guess still do netted or bagged smoked hams hanging from the ceiling or a pole.
The one I found at this food store was hanging on a pole by laundry soap. In the location it was at it did not look that appealing. Unless the tie is an ad that promises - For that clean smoked ham taste try...
During our search for a grocery store we came upon Tepee Village motel. Talk about a throw back to the old roadside America days. According to their website there was a chain of them. Only 3 now exist. The one in Kentucky dates to 1936.
Because of the time and rain we decided to put our groceries on ice and have
our last supper at Look Out restaurant.
I will leave you hanging like a smoked ham and finish this later.
Gotta GoGo!!
Carey
caves closed
John from wounded warriors
rain and rain and a siren
Lincoln
State rep
gas cap
Thursday, June 5, 2014
Part 14 In the Caves
Hey Gang,
Sorry to leave you in the dark but not as in the dark as the cave tour we
took.
We were given brief instructions on what we could bring and things we
couldn’t. Cameras and vid cameras were
allowed but no flash. It was explained
the reason why is not because of the caves but because when the flash goes off
people were complaining they got blinded. OH BOY!
After instructions it was a
descent down 280 steps. Most everyone in
the crowd was ooing and awing and just having a good time. At the bottom of the stairs it opened into a
fairly large room. The room was set up
with benches. The guide made everyone
sit down and take a break to get acclimated to the cave.
Paul nudged me and said Carey I am
not well, not feeling good. I felt so
bad for him. He said go on with out me
and told one of the guides he needed to get out. They brought him to the surface to wait while
Ruth and I finished the tour.
Paul still wasn’t sure what caused
him to feel ill. Was it the rapid
descent or his mind racing with what if it did cave in like I said. Me and my big mouth.
One little boy though was having
the time of his life. He kept asking
where is Batman? When a real bat flew
around over head instead of freaking he laughed and shouted there’s
Batman. What a sport.
I have been in MANY caves and never tire of seeing the beauty underground. You would think its nothing but dirt and mud, not at all. Each cave is unique and awesome, it is something everyone should see.
That’s all for this post. Enjoy the photos.
Gotta GoGo!!
Carey
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