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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Houses Haunted By Spirits
The Farnsworth House It’s always more exciting reading about an actual haunting. The Farnsworth House is now an inn located in historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Today it is a family-run inn that dates back to 1810. Over the years stories have been added to this house as owners have changed hands. During the Civil War, Farnsworth House was owned by the Sweeny family and was a favorite for Confederate soldiers because of how sturdy the structure was. They also discovered that up in the attic was a garret window from which one could shoot attacking Union soldiers on Cemetery Hill which is just 100 yards away. The Sweeny’s moved to a safer location and the soldiers took over their home. Once the battle was over and the Sweeny’s returned left behind were over 100 bullet marks in the wall of the brick addition to the house. These marks can still be seen by visitors today.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Horror
Come Walk Down Main Street
Arkansas Eureka Springs, Arkansas is a Victorian town in the Ozark Mountains that is known for its winding streets. What is interesting about this town is that there are no two streets that cross perpendicularly so there are no traffic lights. Main Street as well as the entire town of Eureka Spring is on the National Register of Historic Places.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Wander
A World of Books
Europe England The Kennel Club Library in London, England has thousands if books about dogs and is the largest such library in Europe. The books include every Kennel Club-recognized dog breed. The topics covered include health of dogs, veterinary care, breeding and dogs in art and literature. In the rare book section the oldest book dates back to the 16th century and has to do with forest laws and what kinds of dogs could be kept in the forest, For breeders there are scrapbooks, notebooks, and dog memorabilia, Besides club yearbooks and newsletters there are also many different national and international magazines and dog periodicals. The library is by appointment only and they also have the largest dog art gallery in Europe.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Wander
The Strangest Places to Visit
Europe Scotland Inveraray Jail dates back to 1820 it has become a popular tourist attraction and is a World Heritage site. Visitors can get to see how 19th century life was in the penitentiary. There are characters dressed authentically and you can find out about early justice techniques such as branding with a hot iron, public whipping and torturous thumbscrews. You can listen in on sensational courtroom trials and if you really want an experience you can get locked up in a barren prison cell and try your hand at a variety of bizarre punishments.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Wander
The Dark Side of Massachusetts
The Old Yarmouth Inn Restaurant and Tavern is located on Cape Cod in Yarmouthport. Built in 1696 this two story white colonial house is now a high quality restaurant and tavern. The restaurant consists of three dining rooms, an informal tavern, and an inn. It is the oldest inn in America. Before the Civil War the owners of the house were part of the Underground Railroad and had a secret room in the attic to hide runaway slaves.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Horror
How The Cookie Crumbles
Europe Norway Krumkake are traditional Norwegian wafer cookies, The batter is prepared with eggs, sugar, vanilla, flour, baking powder, cardamon, and butter. Then the batter is cooked on a special griddle imprinting the wafers with an attractive design. When ready the wafer cookies are rolled, filled with whipped cream, and dusted with powdered sugar. They are particularly popular during the Christmas season.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Feast
Dine With Ghostly Spirits
California Ghost of former owner Patrick's Roadhouse in Santa Monica, California is known for celebrity sightings, overstuffed omelets, and a shamrock decorated exterior. This is a narrow roadhouse which has inherited some ghosts form the buildings previous businesses like a motel, hot dog stand, brothel, and trolley station, One of the most active spirits is the last owner, Bill Fichier, who publicly likes to ridicule customers complaining about the food. From time to time he shows up to check on the restaurant and staff. A chef quit after seeing Fischier's ghost appear at the back of the restaurant and glaring at the him with dissatisfaction.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Horror
An Exciting and Learning Experience Part One
When I went to Long Island University Brooklyn Center in Downtown Brooklyn, New York it was the late 1970s. To be able to get my diploma I also took the two summer semesters. Downtown Brooklyn was the shopping district and also had big department stores like Abraham & Strauss.However, to get a part time job between my morning and late afternoon classes it was very difficult to match the hours. So I decided that since heading home on the subway was not an option and I had quite a few hours to spare I headed for The Brooklyn Hospital and signed up as a vounteer. Even though I was a business major I loved babies and children so I decided to volunteer at the Maternity Ward, the Delivery Room to be exact. I discovered that this was time very well spent and I enjoyed it a lot. Here is my story.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Journal
Cheese Please
Europe Finland Leipajuusto is called Finnish squeaky cheese in the US because it seems to squeak when you bite into it. The cheese is made from the first milk drawn from a cow after it has given birth. Lipajuusto can be bought in a 2-3 cm thick dish which can be grilled, flambeed or baked. Due to its appearance the name of the cheese means "bread cheese." This cheese is usually served in slices with coffee or eaten with fresh cloudberries or cloudberry jelly or in a salad.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Feast
Dancing Butterflies
Europe Apollo butterflies have beautiful white bodies with eyespots on their wings.The forewings have a number of black eyespots and the hindwings are decorated with four attractive red eyespots. These butterflies can be found in France, Italy, and Spain. Apollo butterflies are among the most threatened species of butterflies in Europe.
By Rasma Raisters4 years ago in Earth
