WWII P-47 Thunderbolt pilots remembered at Air Force Memorial Park
The Air Force Museum in Dayton, Ohio has a beautiful Memorial Park filled with scores of monuments honoring different units of US Army Air Corp Units from WWII through current. One of these remembers the pilots and support personnel for the famed Republic P-47 Thunderbolt fighter that saw service in all theaters of the war.
Approach to the monument
Remembering heroes
Information plaque
Bronze P-47 tops the monument
Republic P-47N Thunderbolt in flight
The P-47 was used and praised for its performance in hundreds of combat missions across all theaters of the war. The P-47 was of course used for aerial combat and also for ground attacks, bombing and strafing enemy supply trains and convoys.
El Asadero Bar and Mexican Grill Reynoldsburg Ohio
We love a good Mexican restaurant. While visiting family in Reynoldsburg, Ohio we went to a very good and, in this case, very exciting Bar and Mexican Grill named El Asadero. From the moment you walk in you know that this place is going to be interesting.
Back drop in the bar
The full bar
Exotic drink with color changing light
A wildly colorful decor and Latin music is seen and heard throughout the restaurant. We were seated quickly, even thou the place was packed. We were served the usual chips and dip, ordered and received drinks. Fancy, delicious and even lighted drinks added to the festive atmosphere of our table of nine.
Veg. Enchilada dinner
Street tacos and fixin’s
Pick three combo, 2 burros, 1 soft taco, beans & rice
The menu is quite extensive, and as expected, there is something for everyone, including kids. While we were eating the lights went out, came back on, and very loud music started. We frankly wondered what was going on. We had already heard one of those “Happy Birthday” deals where the staff takes a cake to the B’day person. But then a new commotion broke out and we saw Dancing Robot. What a treat!
El Asadero Bar and Mexican Grill is a vibrant, fun and sometimes loud restaurant. the food is wonderful, atmosphere is exciting, and the staff and service is exceptional.
Maple tree helicopters – whirligigs
It’s the time of year for Maple trees to put on their wonderful flying seeds: helicopters, whirligigs or other fun names!
March 28th
It is now two weeks later, April 11th
Soon there will be thousands of whirligigs on the ground, and, yes, filling the gutters and downspouts. Spring is here in Indiana.
Unique tombstone in New Albany Ohio
Maplewood Cemetery, established 1881, is in New Albany, Ohio, north of Columbus.
A family monument, God’s Creation in hand
“in the beginning God created heaven and earth”
Stands out in the cemetery
O.J. Simpson dead from cancer at age 76
O.J. Simpson (Photo by Dan Mircobich/AFP/Getty Images)
O.J. Simpson’s family announced on social media Thursday morning that he has died at the age of 76. “On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer, He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.” This quote is from a post on X.
Simpson’s fame as an NFL star was overshadowed during his murder trail for the double-murder of his ex-wife and her friend in the 1990s. He was acquitted of the murder charges.
Madison, Indiana hanging rock
Central Ohio’s historic Sunbury town square
Sunbury is located near the actual geographic center of the State of Ohio. Founded in 1816, the then “village” was laid out in the classic New England town square design, with businesses surrounding the square.
Town Hall, built 1848
A brief use history of the Hall
Different definition of pothead
American favorite of many
From its founding in 1816, Sunbury was designed to be a stagecoach town. Lawrence Myers, the town’s founder, built an inn at the intersection of two major stagecoach routes. The first stagecoach arrived in Sunbury from Mt. Vernon in 1820.
Civil War General
Detail of the statue
Horseman story
In 1848 the impressive brick Town Hall was constructed in the center of the square. It was first built two stories tall. Masons constructed the 3rd floor and occupied it for over 90 years. Multiple Ohio Historical Markers are placed around the square providing information gems for the public.
Beef and Boards magnificent presentation of The King and I
Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre has set the bar very high with its current production run of Rogers and Hammerstein’s The King and I. This is the first production of the show at B&B since 2001. You’ll be delighted hearing unforgettable Rodgers and Hammerstein songs including “Getting To Know You,” “Something Wonderful,” “I Whistle A Happy Tune,” and the iconic “Shall We Dance.”
Toying with King Monkgut (Jae Woo) because he questioned her age, Anna (Hannah Louise Fernandes) tells him she’s 153 as the Kralahome (Ian Cruz), left, watches
This is the story of a British widow hired as the tutor for the many children and wives of the King of Siam. Sparks fly as two very different cultures clash. King Mongkut and Anna Leonowens eventually respect each other’s points of view. The social issues aside, this musical is really a celebration of song, dance, incredibly elaborate costumes, scenery and music.
Little Topsy (Madeline Falco), leaps as she’s introduced during “The Small House of Uncle Thomas” ballet
Testing Anna (Hannah Louise Fernandes), who promised to keeping her head lower than his at all times, King Mongkut (Jae Woo) lays down on the floor
Special mention is a must for the child actors cast here. Doeyun Micah Schwantes-An plays the Prince and heir to the throne. Dj Dancler is the son of Anne and becomes friends with the Prince. The other children also are outstanding with their acting skills and singing in a complicated stage production.
Simon of Legree (Koji Ono) jumps in pursuit of Eliza during “The Small House of Uncle Thomas” ballet
Get ready for a wonderful evening of visual as well as auditory pleasure. Dancing choreography is professional, and Scene 4, Act 2 includes a complete ballet! There is really something for everyone. You’ll smile, laugh and even shed a tear or two as you enjoy this classic show.
King Mongkut (Jae Woo) tells his son Prince Chulalongkorn (Doeyun Micah Schwantes-An) that when he is king he will know everything
The King and I is on stage through May 19th in the intimate space of Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. To see the complete performance schedule and to purchase tickets online, visit beefandboards.com. Tickets are also available by calling the Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre Box Office at 317.872.9664.
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