Rasma Raisters
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My passions are writing and creating poetry. I write for several sites online and have four themed blogs on Wordpress. Please follow me on Twitter.
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Away from the Crowds in Maryland
Antietam National Battlefield in Sharpsburg is the place where in 1862 Confederate General Robert E. Lee first invaded the North, resulting in the bloodiest single-day battle known as the Battle of Antietam. You can take a self-guided auto tour of the battlefield or join a ranger-led group.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Wander
Delectable French Desserts
Basque cake is a classic cake that consists of two layers of shortcrust pastry. The filling can be black cherry preserve or vanilla-flavored pastry cream. If prepared with black cherries, the top is decorated with the Basque cross, while the version with pastry cream has a crosshatch pattern. Other flavorings for the cake can include lemon zest, rum, or almond extract.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Feast
Rarest of Reptiles
Arakan forest turtles were rediscovered in Myanmar in the 1990s. These turtles thrive in dense forests. Their brown, camouflaged shells allow them to blend in with their surroundings on the forest floor. Arakan forest turtles feed on plants and small invertebrates. This turtle’s rediscovery highlights the need to protect biodiversity and safeguard lesser-known species from extinction.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Earth
Famous Artwork by Francisco Goya
Spanish Romantic artist Francisco Goya was regarded as the most significant Spanish painter of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Goya was known as the last of the Old Masters and the first of the moderns. The artist was appointed as a court painter to the Spanish crown in 1786. His early artwork was defined by portraits of Spanish nobility and Rococo-style tapestry cartoons created for the royal palace.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Art
Restaurants with History
Blackfriars Restaurant and Banquet Hall in Newcastle upon Tyne in the UK dates back to 1239. It was formerly a refectory for Dominican friars and has become one of the oldest dining rooms in the us playing host to King Edward III in 1334. The restaurant offers a British menu with signature dishes like slow-cooked lamb shoulder and North Sea fish pie. Guests can also experience medieval-inspired banquets, complete with costumed staff and period-appropriate dishes. The venue also hosts cooking classes and tastings and is available for private events, weddings, and parties.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in History
Away from the Crowds in Maine
Boone Island Light is the tallest lighthouse in New England. It stands six miles offshore of York, Maine. Surrounding it are piles of desolate rocks, and the only habitation is by seabirds and, at times, colonies of seals. Before the lighthouse was built in 1855, Boone Island was dangerous for ships. The most famous shipwreck was that of the British merchant vessel, Nottingham Galley, in December of 1710.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Wander
The Best of Country 1950s
“It Wasn’t God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels” is a country song from 1952 written by J.D. “Jay” Miller. It was recorded by the American country music singer Kitty Wells. It was an answer song to the Hank Thompson hit “The Wild Side of Life.” It became the first number one Billboard Country chart hit for a solo woman artist. In 1998 this recording was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame and has been preserved by the National Recording Registry.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Beat
Restaurants with History
Antoine’s Restaurant in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been a favorite of French-Creole cuisine since 1840. It is the oldest family-run restaurant in the US. The restaurant has played a central role in shaping the culinary landscape of the city and is best known for creating the iconic oysters Rockefeller. Inside you’ll find old-world elegance with lavish chandeliers, white tablecloths, and waitstaff in tuxedos. The menu, rooted in classic French-Creole cuisine, features a variety of indulgent dishes, from rich gumbo to delicate soufflés.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in History
Famous Artwork by Eugene Delacroix
French Romantic artist Eugene Delacroix was a trailblazer of the Romantic art movement. His paintings are a testament to his mastery of color, emotion, and storytelling. Delacroix's artworks, not only influenced the Impressionists but also inspired the Symbolist movement, making him a pivotal figure in art history.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Art
Away from the Crowds in Louisiana
Louisiana, the Pelican State, has a lot of places off the beaten path to explore and enjoy. Abita Mystery House is located in Abita Springs and is an eclectic roadside attraction. It is modeled after the Tinkertown Museum in Albuquerque, NM. This folk art environment was created by John Preble in Abita Springs, a small town known for its brewery, spring water, and bike trails. The Abita Mystery House displays Louisiana folk art, thousands of found objects, miniatures galore, vintage bikes, and wacky homemade inventions. Visitors can see a replica mini Southern town, explore many other odd exhibits, and play rare old arcade games.
By Rasma Raisters3 months ago in Wander
