Best Things in Life are Free

There is a part of this World we seldom See

When we do, it's the best experience Ever!

And as a Spectator

I'm able to participate for Free

Good Friday

By this we know

LOVE

That he laid down his life for us

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Notion for the Potion

Have a Notion

For the Potion

A Solution

For Pollution

Show Emotion

No Commotion

Contribution

Execution

Make a Motion

Show Devotion

No Confusion

Yet Conclusion

Not Demotion

Just Promotion

Contribution

Execution

Hunan Taste

Hunan Taste

Step in an embellished 3D watercolor that is so remarkable you feel that you have travel to the other side of the World.  I always thought the Hunan Taste in Denville, New Jersey was over the top with it's decor, but it's this restaurants' architectural garnishes that make it so beautiful.

And the cuisine is as tasty as beautiful as the Hunan, Szechuan and Mandarin cities themselves.

Knowledge

READ

For the knowledge you obtain

Is the greatest weapon of all

Palm Sunday

As Palm Sunday is upon us initiating Holy Week, it is just a mere glimpse of Easter that arrives in seven days.  Just a little bit of joy after being somber during Lent.  We all give up something we crave in the course of these past forty days and my confession is that I have sinned coming out of the gate.

I have sinned by being unconsciously selfish to myself, I never sacrificed any one thing as I usually do in prior years.  In fact, I did the complete opposite as I glut on what I desired with no regard.  To some, this is a travesty, to others they say gorge yourself like a Carnivore and enjoy!

So now, blessed the King who comes in the name of the Lord.  Enjoy this Sunday and the week to come!

Peace be With You!

James A. Bradley

James A. Bradley

(February 14, 1840 ~ June 6, 1921)

His commemorative statue still remains standing tall since shortly after his death.  James A. Bradley was a New Jersey Senate, Philanthropist and a Real Estate Developer which he is most known for the development of Bradley Beach, New Jersey which bears his name.

Lest we forget that Bradley had a huge role in the development of Asbury Park, New Jersey's infrastructure.  He brought in Electric and a boardwalk that inspired many businessmen to build grand hotels making this a resort destination.  Soon after the Palace Merry-Go-Round and Amusements too flight drawing in more tourists.

Bradley was known for setting aside park lands and waterfront areas as well as donating land to religious and civic groups and a public library.  He is also responsible for what was the largest in it's day and still remains, the one mile long boardwalk.

Today his statue still remains in the center of a large manicured grassy lawn in front of the Paramount Theater and Convention Hall as tribute of what he has accomplished.  Last year in 2017, there was large debate to remove the statue due to Bradley's long running history of racism.  The Asbury Park Historical Society opposed and declined to remove it for he should remain acknowledged for his major accomplishments in Asbury Park.

1949 Packard

Ride in Style

That's right Folks, this Easter Sunday you can Ride in Style in this newly restored 1949 Packard.  The sweet color of purple enhanced with a black hood and cap.  Little chrome is needed when when your colors are shining bright.

The Classiest are the Simplest!

Jeff Allen Motors

Jeff Allen Motors located on US Highway 46 in Denville, New Jersey where Mr. Allen sold Ford and Used Cars with that small town welcome to to family atmosphere.  This photo was taken sometime in the 1950's but difficult to tell exactly what year due to the many years of vehicles in the lot covered in snow.

I'm not sure who took over the building after Jeff Allen retired, but I do remember that Firestone Tires was there for many years, then moved down the highway about a mile closer to the center of town.   Currently the building is owned by the EDT Discount Tires Center who completely renovated the structure to look more modern.  I wish I had that Ford sign hanging on the front of the building.

What a perfect photograph to share after all the posts of yesterday and last night's snow storm.

Thank You

Thank You

For the beautiful ways

You have touched my life

Spring Equinox

Today marks the day, the 2018 Spring Equinox when Spring has officially arrived in the Northern Hemisphere.  The only day when you can balance an egg on end during the perfect moment which has proven to be all a myth.  You can balance an egg on it's end any time of year if you have the will and patience to do so.

Others may run for the hills and gather around Chichén Itzå in Central Mexico to watch the amazingly beautiful sunset.  At which time one may witness a very eerie but spectacular shadow of a Serpent casting upon the pyramid.  That I'd like to see!

With all those fun facts said, this year I'm sad to present the raw truth.  Though officially Spring might have arrived, it still is cold with a winter weather storm system expected to hover over the Middle Atlantic and Northeast tonight into Wednesday that allegedly will dump several inches of snow upon us.

We have had lots of snow this winter and most are fed up.  However, this is Mother Nature and as have expressed in the past, she waits on and listens to no one.  Mother Earth will do whatever the hell she wants and it's beyond your control to do anything about it.  So my advice to you is to stop your whining and whimpering and pull yourself together.  I think you'll be just fine staying indoors for twenty four hours or so with plenty of supplies and provisions that you've collected through the past that will last you longer than you've ever dreamed of.   It's going to snow, so deal and make some French Toast!

Happy Spring Everyone!

The Rockaway House

An original 8x6 sepia photograph I've keep safely stored for many years and today decided to scan it.

This is the Rockaway House located in Rockaway Borough, New Jersey.  Originally known as the Riggott's Hotel, changed to what is photographed here as the Rockaway House then later became the Rockaway Hotel.  Placed on the corner of East Main Street and Wall Street the building still stands today, long after it's first foundation stone was anchored back in 1894.

This beautiful structure still looks the same except for the porch and balcony no longer exist for a small unattractive brick building was built in front that obstructs her beauty.  Today it stands as a Tavern where the spirits pour and some spirits still roam.

This photograph was taken sometime in the 1920's.

Gone for Good

I was there for you

through all the hard times

Protecting you during

Mother Nature's wrath

And the moment I started

falling apart withering away

You abandoned me without

a trace leaving me alone

Beauty lies within the walls

holding a story to tell

Of those good times

were shared together

But you are gone forever

never to return again

And I will still be here

in despair without ever healing

Irish Blessing

May you Joys be

as deep as the Oceans

Your troubles be

as light as its Foam

And may you find

sweet Peace of Mind

Wherever you

may Roam

Happy St. Patrick's Day

Beyond the Gates

Hidden beyond the Gates of Eternity

Are Dreams you have never Dreamt Before

She's Got It All

Please step aside and let the lady come Through

She's got it all and there's nothing you can Do

You all clear the aisles as she struts on Down

She's the only one who is ruling this Town

A freak, monster or mutant you dub her the Name

Oh, she doesn't care, she'll love you just the Same

Battered and beaten with the scars on her Face

And she's got attitude to rip up this Place

Come and enjoy the show for a little While

She is guaranteed to make you laugh and Smile 

So, please step aside, let the lady come Through

She's got it all and there's nothing you can Do

Girls & Boys

Just a little Girl

Eyes a little Boy

Just a little Smooch

So lovely and Coy

Just a little Boy

Eyes a little Girl

Just a little Kiss

That will make her Hurl

Oh, poor little Lass

Canoodled by Lad

She runs home and Cries

It made her so Sad

Oh, poor little Lad

Refused by the Lass

Not so little Work

To strive for some Ass

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Chapel of Weeping Crosses

A cross that still Weep

From sorrow so Deep

On lives that he Reap

Forever Asleep

Oh cry if they Will

Of life that they Kill

And Souls that will Spill

Of spines that will Chill

Look up to the Sky

Be strong as you Try

A breath and deep Sigh

Keep your Spirit High

A cross that still Weep

From sorrow so Deep

We stray like lost Sheep

We dream when we Sleep

The Water Falls

The snow fell and the water falls

The snow thaws and the river swells

The snow clings on tight as long as it can

So stately and strong the trees stand

An old Ford attempting to look cool!

Forsakenly Departed

Godzilla

Whenever I see high electrical towers and lines like this, I think about Ishirô Honda's 1954 film Godzilla.  Remember the scene when the they turned the power grid on to keep Godzilla from entering the city of Tokyo?

Oh, you don't?  Never mind then...

Cold Dark Night

The dark night Merges

Into deeper Black

The ice cold snow Spits

On me with a Thwack

The low moon shines Bright

Glistening star Flakes

Kids play and Scamper

Making huge Snow Cakes

Frost clings tight on Twings

Causing them to Crack

Bumping Together

Sings, Clickity Clack

Like a forest Fire

Ice spreads on the Lakes

Children will stay Warm

With hot campfire Brakes

The moon will rise High

Over our green Shack

The Wolves will now See

In the woods out Back

The Spring will come Soon

As long as it Takes

All will be Happy

Oh, for goodness Sakes

Snow Storm

While everyone posted photos yesterday of how deep their snow was, I decided to change it up and and post something I don't normally share.  A selfie of my Daughter and I trekking through what you all shared what was so deep.  Of course we had to go head up into the forest where the snow was up to our knees and higher!

I look like a Mad Man don't I?  I like it!

All Aboard

Sometimes

The wrong Train

Will take us to the right Place

True Colors

The diversity in Mother Nature is so magnificent and her vast array of colors she provides are a hidden treasure to most who pass by.  Though unseen, these colors are always there that are so rich and opulent for no one should ever be deprived of her glorious splendor.

Look closely and you will see it.  If you cannot see it, seek it and you shall find what Mother Nature provides even after man has destroyed it!

Final or Welcoming Handshake?

The handshake on tombstones is something I see continuously when strolling through a cemetery.  It has been something haven't payed close attention to until I noticed something.

Is the handshake an earthly farewell to someone whom passed on or a welcoming gesture into the after life in Heaven.  I'd like to see this as a symbol of matrimony on a married couples tombstone.  Closely look at the cuffs of each hand next time.  One being masculine and the other feminine as seen in this photograph.

Though nice thoughts of a married couple being back together, there are other speculations that the Devil himself has a say in this handshake.  Clasping tight in a handshake dragging however it might have passed on into Hell.  An unpleasant thought for sure and the true meaning us up for debate.

I do prefer the thought of two loved ones being together unto death do us part and reunited once again within Heaven's Gate forever until the end of all eternity!

Bittersweet Heaven

Every Street is Bittersweet!

Weather Pattern

Today when you look out your window at the snow that is falling, you might see a gorgeous vista with rolling hills and snow covered Firs or perhaps a scene right out of a Currier & Ives lithograph print.  So pretty and scenic that you just want to sit there and take it all in.  Regardless what you might see, I see the beauty of snow whipped by the chilling winds as it slaps against the screened window. 

Breathtaking, isn't it?!

An Evil Mind

In a trickle of a Trace

Of an Evil Mind

It shall only be the Good

That we all must Find

Go deep we must to Dabble

Within our pure Soul

Rid the undesired Fiend

That hideous Role

The ugliest part of Us
Is not how we Look
But hides deep inside our Brain
Cunning as a Rook

Fiddling on his Fiddle

Slick that sly Devil

Evil rules those hurtful Thoughts
Dance while he Revel

In a trickle of a Trace

Of your Evil Mind

It shall only be the Good

That you all must Find