roy and dolores kelley photographs: To Tweet or Not To Tweet
- 12/07/11 03:14 AM
To Tweet or Not To Tweet
Our friend in Albuquerque, John McCormack, posted a question on Facebook today. He asked if he should be posting on Twitter. There are many responses and you can add your thoughts on John's Facebook page. Many of us automatically post our ActiveRain posts to Twitter and some of us are set up to have Tweets appear automatically on LinkedIn and Facebook.
An Easy Test
ActiveRain members have a very easy way to see the impact of Twitter. Select one of your blogs and post the title and short URL on Twitter. Then, watch the number … (5 comments)
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: December's Season Of Celebrations & Sharing - Kentlands Holiday Party
- 12/07/11 02:32 AM
December's Season Of Celebrations & Sharing - Kentlands Holiday Party
Holiday Party featuring Santa and Carriage Rides set for December 10
The KCA will be celebrating the season with a Kentlands Holiday Party on Saturday, December 10th from 6 pm to 9 pm. Santa will be on hand, so don't forget your cameras! Horse-drawn carriage rides will return, weather permitting. Please call 301-948-2071 to sign up for this event; the deadline to RSVP is Sunday, December 4. As tradition follows, we ask that you bring a favorite holiday dessert to share with your neighbors.
Please remember that all KCA-sponsored events and activities are … (18 comments)
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Colonial Williamsburg Holiday Wreath 12/6/11
- 12/06/11 01:16 PM
Colonial Williamsburg Holiday Wreath 12/6/11
Colonial Williamsburg is a wonderful travel destination for those that are interested in American history in the 18th century. The Thanksgiving and Christmas period is especially delightful because of the holiday decorations, all done traditional natural materials, and the holiday entertainment that takes place every day.
Many of the decorations are very creative and make good examples for those that wish to create decorations for their own homes and places of business. Please share holiday photographs from your favorite places in the comments for this post.
Holiday Wreath
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Holiday Decorations in Colonial Williamsburg 12/6/11
- 12/05/11 11:32 PM
Holiday Decorations in Colonial Williamsburg
This Colonial Williamsburg wreath includes pages from the Virginia Gazette, the colonial newspaper and pipes to enjoy while reading the newspaper by candlelight. All of the holiday decorations use natural materials. Dolores and I visited the area over the long Thankgiving weekend and we recommend that you visit with your camera in hand.
Please share photographs from your favorit places in the comments for this post.
Colonial Williamsburg on Thanksgiving Day. Photograph by Roy Kelley.
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Distracted Driving Month 12/5/11
- 12/05/11 12:34 AM
Distracted Driving Month
Kentlands Neighborhood Watch
James Hubbard jhubb00@verizon.net
December is "Distracted Driving" month. Below you will find information provided by the National Crime Prevention Council. Please pass this in to your friends, family and fellow neighbors.
Highway Safety for Young Adults:
Are You Being Driven to Distraction?
Distracted driving is getting worse. Here are some ways to ensure that you keep your eyes on the road, your mind focused on driving, and your hands on the wheel.
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, nearly 5,500 people died and half a million were injured in accidents involving a … (22 comments)
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Holiday Decorations in Colonial Williamsburg 12/5/11
- 12/04/11 10:24 PM
Holiday Decorations in Colonial Williamsburg
One of the pleasures of visiting Colonial Williamsburg during the holiday season is seeing all of the decorations in natural materials. Those that enjoy making their own decorations will be inspired by the traditional themes that always delight the eyes in this unique setting.
Dolores and I try to visit Colonial Williamsburg several times each year with cameras in hand. Dolores always wants to visit the colonial kitchen at the Palace and the Benjamin Powell house to get ideas for traditional recipes.
Please share photographs from your favorite places in the comments for this post.
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Autumn Flowers in Colonial Williamsburg 12/4/11
- 12/04/11 10:32 AM
Autumn Flowers in Colonial Williamsburg
Dolores and I spent a five day Thanksgiving weekend in Colonial Williamsburg. One of the first places we visited was the historic Powell House and grounds. Flowers were still blooming in the gardens. The holiday season is a wonderful time to visit Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia. We like to visit Williamsburg several times each year and recommend the area to you as a very special travel destination.
Please share your photographs from your favorite places in the comments for this post.
The gardens at the Powell House in Colonial Williamsburg
Photograph by Roy Kelley using a … (14 comments)
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Colonial Williamsburg Kitchen and Garden 12/4/11
- 12/04/11 09:17 AM
Colonial Williamsburg Kitchen and Garden
Dolores and I always enjoy visits to Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia. The Thanksgiving and Christmas Holiday periods are a wonderful time to visit because all of the decorations are on display. These pictures were taken on Thanksgiving day when many of our thoughts turn to good food. When you tour Williamsburg, take time to visit the kitchens and gardens and added pleasure. These scenes are at the kitchen and gardens of the Benjamin Powell House.
The following information is from the Colonial Williamsburg website:
The Benjamin Powell House
Property acquired by Benjamin Powell in 1763 Operated … (25 comments)
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Meatballs in Beer and a Movie!
- 12/03/11 07:35 AM
Comfort Food
Sacramento real estate professional Myrl Jeffcoat recommends a favorite recipe for the chilly days of the season. Give the Meatballs in Beer a try and let us know if you enjoy the dish. Thanks to Myrl for her suggestion.
Dahlia photograph by Roy Kelley.
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Gaithersburg Committee Vacancy Updates 12/3/11
- 12/03/11 07:26 AM
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Gaithersburg Pink Dahlia in Kentlands. Photograph by Roy Kelley.
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Christmas Ornaments Courtesy of Nature!
- 12/03/11 12:00 AM
Perfect for a Christmas Card
I always enjoy great photographs and this beautiful shot by our friend John McCormack is one of the best that I have seen this morning. Thanks, John, for sharing the beauty of nature.
Enjoy the holiday season and the local events that add so much to the quality of life in our communities.
Garden feature in the Kentlands community. Photograph by Roy Kelley.
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This is Mother Natures very own Christmas tree. I took this shot because of the vibrant young pine cones adorning this beautiful pine.
Just perfect, don’t you think?
A great … (19 comments)
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Nankin Bantams at Colonial Williamsburg
- 12/02/11 10:47 PM
Nankin Bantams at Colonial Williamsburg
Nankin Bantams, miniature fowl, are part of the poultry population at Colonial Williamsburg.
“The chickens seen in the poultry houses and runs around the Historic Area represent breeds that could have been in Williamsburg during the eighteenth century. While general-purpose chickens were the mainstay of the poultry stock, ornamental and bantam fowl were becoming increasingly popular as the colonists copied prevailing trends in England.” - Laura Arnold, a Historical Interpreter in the Department of Historic Interpretation, The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation.
The pictured rooster and hen may be seen at the rear of the Powell House.
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Rare Birds in Colonial Williamsburg
- 12/02/11 04:23 AM
Rare Birds in Colonial Williamsburg
In the 18 century, there were billions of passenger pigeons in North America and those in the north migrated to Virginia and North Carolina for the winter. Squab was one of the favorite meals in Colonial Williamsburg. Doves and pigeons were delicious and young pigeons and doves were the squab.
Wild birds could be shot or the young birds could be captured before they learned how to fly. The young birds are very tender at this point. Residents of Colonial Williamsburg kept captive pigeons and doves as a food source.
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Colonial Williamsburg Holiday Decorations
- 12/01/11 12:42 PM
Colonial Williamsburg Holiday Decorations
Dolores and I always enjoy visits to Colonial Williamsburg. The Thanksgiving and Christmas season is a wonderful time to visit and enjoy the holiday decorations. All of the wreaths are made of natural materials and they follow traditional themes for the Colonial period in Virginia. We took hundreds of photographs in the historical area.
Please share photographs from your favorite places in the comments for this post.
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Traditional holiday wreath at Colonial Williamsburg. Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 Camera.
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Holiday Safety Tips Notice From Kentlands Neighborhood Watch
- 12/01/11 05:35 AM
Holiday Safety Tips Notice From Kentlands Neighborhood Watch
James Hubbard jhubb00@verizon.net
Montgomery County, Maryland Police Offer Holiday Season Safety Tips
As the holiday season approaches, and in light of the three recent kidnapping and robbery incidents at the Westfield Wheaton shopping mall, Montgomery County Police would like to offer this comprehensive list of tips to help keep residents safe while shopping, while walking, and while at home. While opportunities for robberies and burglaries increase during the holiday season, many robberies and burglaries can be prevented by keeping these safety tips in mind.
When shopping:
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Father and Baby Pigeons in Colonial Williamsburg
- 11/30/11 11:44 PM
Father and Baby Pigeons in Colonial Williamsburg
Dolores and I spent the Thanksgiving holiday in Colonial Williamsburg. One of the special exhibits was the Powell House and grounds. The pigeon keeper introduced us to the largest pigeons we have ever seen. They are eating size pigeons, as the explanation went. In the coop, we saw a newly hatched baby pigeon under the watchful eyes of the proud father. If you visit Williansburg, be sure to include the Powell House and the pigeon roost in the back yard.
Please share photographs from your favorite places in the comments for this post.
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: The Caregiver's Prison
- 11/30/11 12:22 AM
The Caregiver's Prison
As the baby boomers age, more of them are providing care for their elderly loved ones.
In some instances, the care is obvious, for example, assisting with daily activities such as bathing and dressing. In other instances, the care is slightly less formal and involves things such as meal preparation and medication management. Sometimes caregiving simply involves concern over the aging loved one's well-being and checking to make sure this loved one is OK. The people who provide this care do so out of love, respect, and a sense of duty. But everyone, care providers and care … (20 comments)
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Quick Baked Apples Recipe 11/27/11
- 11/26/11 11:03 PM
Quick Baked Apples Recipe
Suggested by Dolores Kelley
Core apples. Fuji , Braburn, Honey Crisp, or Johnagold are good to use. Try with your favorite apples.
Place in baking bowls. Put some butter and brown sugar where the core was and sprinkle with Cinnamon.
Add dried cranberries or raisins around the apples and fill bowl about 1/3 full with fruit juice, wine or soda (your choice). Diet Coke works.
Bake at 350 degrees for about 30 to 45 minutes. Some apples cook quicker than others. Test with fork to see if soft.
Enjoy!
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: Maryland Cranberry Pie Recipe 11/26/11
- 11/25/11 10:35 PM
Maryland Cranberry Pie Recipe
Tested by Dolores Kelley
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
¼ tsp. salt
2 cups Cranberries
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup butter, melted
2 eggs
1 tsp. almond extract
Note: This pie has no crust.
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease one 9 inch pan.
2. Combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Stir in the cranberries and the walnuts, and toss to coat. Stir in the butter, beaten eggs, and the almond extract. (If you are using frozen cranberries, the mixture will be very thick). Spread the batter into the prepared … (29 comments)
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roy and dolores kelley photographs: White Chrysanthemum IMG_0193 at Brookside Gardens 11/25/11
- 11/25/11 08:38 AM
White Chrysanthemum IMG_0193 at Brookside Gardens 11/25/11
Dolores and I always enjoy visits to Brookside Gardens in the Wheaton Regional Park in Montgomery County, Maryland. When you visit, be sure to have your camera in hand. Take a look at their website for the current events, exhibits and educational programs. Over 400,000 people visit Brookside Gardens each year.
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We attended the 51st Annual Potomac Chrysanthemum Show at Brookside Gardens on October 22, 2011. Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera.
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