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Tag Archives: Photo by Rick Snider
Space Shuttle Challenger remembered at Arlington
It’s one of those moments we all remember. The Space Shuttle Challenger exploding just 73.5 seconds after leaving Cape Kennedy on Jan. 28, 1986. An o-ring in the right booster rocket leaking hot gasses that led to the fuel tank … Continue reading
Mary Surratt boarding house now Chinese restaurant
Mary Surratt was one of four people hanged in the aftermath of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination on April 14, 1865. She was the first woman in U.S. history to be executed despite cries of mercy for such an old woman. Uh, … Continue reading
Modern Head requires standing still to catch meaning
I walked past Modern Head several times and didn’t see him. I took this photo and still didn’t see him. But once I looked at the photo in the right angle — there he was. Wow, it sure took me … Continue reading
Making invisible ink
Just mix one-quarter cup of teaspoon and one-quarter cup of water, stir and then apply to paper using a Q-tip. Let dry, then rub dark juice on it with a Q-tip to come alive.
Posted in Washington life
Tagged How to invisible ink, Outschool class, Photo by Rick Snider
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Wordless Wednesday: Grace Episcopal Church
Posted in Wordless Wednesday
Tagged Georgetown, Grace Episcopal Church, Photo by Rick Snider
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Dog Tag Bakery – Georgetown’s finest
Reprinted 2018 There’s no shortage of bakeries in Georgetown and no shortage of opinions on which is the best. The long lines outside Georgetown Cupcakes following its TV show a few years ago leads to many tourists stopping by. Their … Continue reading
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Tagged Dog Tag Bakery, Georgetown bakery, Photo by Rick Snider
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Hidden photo spot in plain site – Lincoln Memorial
People ask all the time about hidden, off-the-beaten path photos. The funny part is there are so many along the National Mall. The best one is the back of the Lincoln Memorial. The Lincoln Memorial is the most visited landmark … Continue reading
Boy Scout Memorial combines past and present
The Boy Scout represents the aspirations of all past, present, and future Scouts throughout the world. He carries a staff that has been taken from the male figure’s branch of peace. The scout wears the traditional uniform of the group … Continue reading
Dolley Madison and the Haunted Porch?
Gentleman departing the nearby Washington Club tipped their caps to the woman softly rocking on the porch of the corner home – Dolley Madison. Some 168 years later, the late First Lady supposed is still found some nights rocking on … Continue reading
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Tagged Best D.C. walking tours, Dolley Madison ghost, Haunt porch, Photo by Rick Snider
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Religious symbols at Arlington National Cemetery
I often stop during tours at Arlington National Cemetery to point out different grave stones. Over the years, there are many different tales to tell. The Latin cross on the headstone is easy to decipher. The person was a Christian. … Continue reading
