Old home week in PA

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We've been catching up with Diane's large extended family and re-visiting her childhood stomping grounds in the Greensburg/Latrobe area of Western PA. Took a day trip to Ligonier yesterday - gateway to the Laurel Mountains. Ligonier dates back to the time of the French and Indian Wars, with Fort Ligonier playing a key role. Lots of cute shops in the area, the picturesque gazebo, even caught a Red Hat Ladies outing, a pretty Victorian house, and of course, we couldn’t drive past the Pie Shoppe without buying something to take home. Also couldn't resist the roadside stand with handmade signs - another local tradition. Had lunch at Ruthie's Diner where the most expensive sandwich on the menu was $4 - most were under $3. A slice of coconut creme pie (heavenly, and we did split it) was $1.50. Definitely need to do more hiking now.............

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