amma and myself

First skip on a big pond

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September 9th 2005
Hi, I'm in Newport, Rhode Island visiting my grandmother (Amma) and cousins, and Uncle Arthur. The flight to Boston was super quick and easy. We took a walk around the ocean, and to the Newport Art Museum, which held some odd exhibits. One of which was the work of a photographer who's camera was always way out of focus: something about 'capturing impressions and feelings over actual images.' ... read more

North America » United States » Rhode Island

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more