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Madison Square

May 11, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

Savannah, GA ~ Madison Square dates back to 1839, and features a bronze monument of Sergeant William Jasper, an American Revolutionary War soldier. St. John’s Episcopal Church (est. 1853) is also located within the square. The historic square is known to have hosted guests like General William Sherman and Robert E. Lee, and is even reported to be haunted. I call shenanigans on the ghosts. Instead you’ll find many nice restaurants and shops nearby, including the amazing Savannah College of […]

Categories: Georgia, Savannah • Tags: bronze monument, Georgia, haunted, historic, historic square, madison square, revolutionary war, Savannah, savannah college of art and design, sergeant william jasper, st. john’s episcopal church town square

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Capitol Hill Hotel

May 7, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

Washington, D.C. ~ I had the pleasure of staying at the Capitol Hill Hotel, located in (you guessed it!) Capitol Hill. Not only was the hotel beautiful and full of wonderful amenities, it was also located in a charming historic residential area. It was so much fun walking around the neighborhood, and enjoying the local restaurants and businesses. It is easy to imagine living here, if I had an endless supply of money. Needless to say, living here ain’t cheap! […]

Categories: D.C., Washington • Tags: capitol, capitol hill, Capitol Hill Hotel, church, dc, historic, hotel, iron gate, neighborhood, residential, row house, sidewalk, Washington

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International Spy Museum

April 30, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

Washington, D.C. ~ I highly recommend visiting the International Spy Museum. This was one of the most fascinating museums I’ve been to in a while. Sure, art and culture are all around D.C. (for free), but this museum is totally worth paid admission, which is reasonable. I personally have an interest in the history of intelligence practices, and in the cultural and political forces that shape our world today. Fundamentally, people are people, and will go to great lengths for […]

Categories: D.C., Washington • Tags: 007, agent, counterintelligence, covert, cyber attack, cybersecurity, dead drop, disinformation, double cross, handler, history, intelligence, international spy museum, James Bond, museum, politics, rouge, sabotage, spies, spy, spy kit, vintage posters

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Chinatown | D.C.

April 30, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

Washington, D.C. ~ The featured photo in this set is the “Friendship Archway,” a Chinese gate at H and 7th Street. All photos were taken in the historic Chinatown area, east of downtown along H and I and 5th and 8th street.  

Categories: D.C., Washington • Tags: architecture, asian, buildings, Chinatown, Chinese, city, dc, design, friendship archway, gate, office, street, urban, Washington

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National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden

April 30, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

Washington, D.C. ~ If you are in the D.C. area, you should stop by the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden. The onsite Pavilion Café isn’t too shabby either. My favorite sculpture has to be the “Entrance to the Paris Metro” by Hector Guimard. The Typewriter Eraser is also pretty cool.

Categories: D.C., Washington • Tags: art, dc, garden, grass, museum, national, national gallery of art, outdoor, Paris metro, sculpture, Washington

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United States Capitol

April 28, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

Washington, D.C. ~ The United States Capitol, home of the United States Congress. Located at: East Capitol St NE & First St SE, Washington, DC 20004. Whenever I think of the legislative system, I can’t help but hearing the Schoolhouse Rock song, I’m Just a Bill (1975). 

Categories: D.C., Washington • Tags: bill, building, capitol, congress, D.C., historic, legislation, united states, Washington

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MKT Train Depot & Boyce Feed Store

April 27, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

Waxahachie, TX ~ The historic MKT Depot is located at 501 S. Rogers St. Waxahachie, TX 75165. Restoration was completed in 2010. Prior to that the depot was a stop on the Missouri-Kansas-Texas (MKT) rail line until 1964, primarily hauling cotton to local markets. Boyce Feed Store is located across the street from the depot. The feed store sells what you would expect (animal feed), but also has very cute shabby chic home decor and country ready clothing. 

Categories: Texas, Waxahachie • Tags: country, farm, feed store, general store, historic, railroad, railroad crossing, southern charm, texas, train, train depot, Waxahachie

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Ellis County Courthouse

April 27, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

Waxahachie, TX ~ The Ellis County Courthouse is located at 109 S. Jackson St, Waxahachie, TX 75165. This historic structure has been fully restored and is operational. You’ll need to visit in person to see the amazing architectural details, such as the gargoyles, carved faces on the columns, and granite stone at the base. If you stop by during the day you can even take a free tour. * These photos were taken in the winter of 2017.

Categories: Texas, Waxahachie • Tags: architecture, buildings, courthouse, ellis county, historic, municipal, stone, texas, Waxahachie

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Cherry Blossoms

April 16, 2018 by E. Casa de Calvo

Washington, D.C. ~ Captured these beauties while strolling through D.C., mainly around the national mall and monuments. I was fortunate to have visited at the beginning of the spring bloom. Also very lucky to have had perfect weather. Overall, it was a perfect visit!

Categories: Uncategorized • Tags: bloom, capitol, cherry blossoms, city, dc, historic, memoral, monuments, museum, sky, street, trees, united states, Washington

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