There is a city that lies approximately 20 miles east from the base of the Rocky Mountains that portrays a small town atmosphere. In comparison to some of its more contemporary neighboring cities, its humble traditions are still intact. Before moving to South West Florida, I, Anthony Scopel called Greeley, Colorado home for thirty five years....
San Antonio’s downtown historical district
San Antonio’s downtown historical district has one of the most well known landmarks in America. The Alamo is probably the most recognizable site in the downtown district. It’s positioned among many other iconic monuments like the San Fernando Cathedral, HemisFair Park and the Tower of the America’s to mention a few. The La Antorcha...
A weekend at the cabin in Cumberland Pass
Colorado’s Cumberland Pass was used to connect several mining towns together in the late 1800’s. There are still remnants of these small towns along the mountain trails. You can travel most of these unfinished roads with a two wheel drive vehicle, but the best way is with an ATV. The Cumberland Pass connects the...
Mailboxes with personality – Part 2
The two plus miles of Hickory Boulevard which just happens to be on Hickory Island, will again be our focal point. Continuing on with our Mailboxes with personality – part 2, we start with an appropriate structure that belongs on the water’s edge guiding in ships from far away lands! Lighthouses are a fetish...
Floating down the world famous San Antonio River
There is nothing more breathtaking than floating down the world famous San Antonio River. The boat tour is well worth the minimal cost of $10.00 per person and $7.00 for senior and military personnel. The tour takes you on a trip that not only showcases such beauty, but so many iconic locations as well. The two un-doctored videos that...
Mailboxes with personality!
I was driving along a familiar thoroughfare the other day finding myself again looking at all the fabulous homes. But on this particular day I began to notice the mailboxes that line the road. I thought to myself, “Mailboxes with personality”! What a great article this would make. Thus, here is the result of that days discoveries. Does...
San Antonio’s River Walk – part 1
One of the most fabulous attractions that a metropolitan area could have is a waterway that intertwines throughout its inner city streets. San Antonio’s River Walk is lined with beauty that includes a variety of foliage, amazing architectural structures, and a multitude of restaurants that will satisfy anyone’s desired appetite. We have been wanting to visit San Antonio, Texas for...
Austin, Texas, “Seen through my eyes”
Hi everyone, it’s Di from You, Me and The Dock. I wanted to show you Austin, Texas, “Seen through my eyes”. I hope you will enjoy the tour as much as I did! Let’s first start off with some historical facts. Austin is the Capital of the Lone Star State. It is also the seat for Travis...
San Antonio’s Market Square
San Antonio’s Market Square is only one of many attractions that make this city a vacation haven. Over 26 million visitors come to enjoy the history, sightseeing and Texas’s good ole southern hospitality. In 2016, Lonely Planet ranked San Antonio number 8 on its list as being an ‘unexpected’ thrill to visit. In that same year, Travel Leisure...