Monthly Archives: November 2012

Posted on November 28, 2012 by smkelly8

Originally posted on Here & Abroad:
Chicago River Create your own post and title it Travel Theme: Liquid Include a link to this page in your post so others can find it too Get your post in by next Thursday,…

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Thanksgiving in China

Posted on November 22, 2012 by smkelly8

I just got back from a wonderful Thanksgiving meal at the Hyatt in Jinan. They’re just up the road from Wanda Plaza, a shopping mall and not far from Batou Springs in the heart of downtown. They had a smorgasbord … Continue reading →

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Posted on November 14, 2012 by smkelly8

Originally posted on Ruined for Life: Phoenix Edition:
Reclining Buddha Though it was blustery, I went with a friend to Thousand Buddha Mountain. I expected the foliage to be terrific, but the leaves were still mainly green. Yet it was…

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Renewal

Posted on November 10, 2012 by smkelly8

For me spring is the ultimate in renewal. Makes me a bit depressed as fall is here and the days are getting shorter. New to The Daily Post? Whether you’re a beginner or a professional, you’re invited to get involved … Continue reading →

Posted in Asia, Blogging Challenge | Tagged blossom, campus, renewal, season, spring, tree | 29 Comments

Travel Theme: Bright

Posted on November 6, 2012 by smkelly8

So what bright delights have caught your eye? If you’d like to join in this week’s travel theme, here’s what to do: Create your own post and title it Travel Theme: Bright Include a link to this page in your … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Asia | Tagged Beijing, bright, China, color, Jinan, travel | 6 Comments

Luoyang Must See: Luoyang Museum

Posted on November 1, 2012 by smkelly8

Luoyang has a wonderful, free museum full of sculptures, bronzes, calligraphy, and ceramics. The area boasts of originating the green, orange, cream tri-colored glazes you see so often in Chinese ceramics. The artifacts are well displayed and there’s some English … Continue reading →