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Go west they said

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We took a trip to Frederick Maryland today, which is west of us. And what a beautiful place to walk on a sunny but very comfortable day.

Group of people standing near a waterfall feature surrounded by flowers in a park-like setting.

And a good opportunity to take my camera out.

A view of a clock tower with a golden cross on top, situated against a blue sky with scattered clouds. In the foreground, a building with a deck and colorful umbrellas can be seen.
Photo by Mike Hartley

Our first trip to The Wine Kitchen and a wonderful lunch outside. Both service and food were excellent. And we will be going back to try dinner someday soon.

Exterior view of the Wine Kitchen restaurant with outdoor seating and patrons dining at tables under red umbrellas.
Photo by Mike Hartley

We walked the Carroll Creek path which is 1.5 miles after lunch. We will incorporate the park next time, which I think I read this is a 3 mile walk total. We also walked a bit of the town.

A scenic urban park featuring a curved pathway beside a pond with a fountain, surrounded by greenery and benches under a clear blue sky.
Photo by Mike Hartley

There were a small number of lilies out, but peak season is July and August I believe.

A vibrant pink water lily blooming amidst green lily pads on still water.
Photo by Mike Hartley

The skies were that indescribable shade of blue today. Because as the day moved along so did the shades of blue.

View of a church with two tall spires against a clear blue sky, partially obscured by green trees.
Photo by Mike Hartley

And as the sign below says, “FOREVER FESTIVE FREDERICK” and it does seem like a festive place. I always leave happy.

Corner view of a brick building featuring large windows and a sign that reads 'Forever Festive Frederick'.
Photo by Mike Hartley

Author: Mike Hartley

With a lifetime and a half in the Newspaper industry I'm preparing for my retirement career as an Artist, Writer, Photographer and Video content provider. I'm a proud father of two wonderful children and I'm still married to the first girl I fell in love with and probably only one that would have me.

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