The power plant chimneys line the Ohio river

which I followed for many miles.

September 9th 2021
Crossing the Ohio was a milestone. I felt the Midwest taking shape, defined by the river, invisible to the eye but always present. Parkersburg was large and surprisingly industrial. Barges traveled the waterway. A huge lock lined the Eastern Shore. I felt I was moving into new territory. The road gradually flattened and the forests diminished as I drove West, still in the Alleghenies. Half way to ... read more

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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

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Jim Coates

Profession: Photographer and retired agricultural economist. Favourite music: Kris Kristofferson, Malena Muyala, Regina Spektor, Schubert's Symphonies, Symphonie Fantastique, Holly Williams. Birthplace: Montevideo, Uruguay. Favourite movie: Casablanca, Dr Strangelove, El baño del Papa, The Bourne Ultimatum, Men in Tights. Languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, French. Church: Mount Olivet UMC, Arlington, VA Favourite quote: Play for more than you can afford to lose and you will know the game. Interests and hobbies: Photography, riding and reading. One thing I want to do b... full info

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21st September 2021

Rebecca Rhyne
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Pictures of your traveling companion
Love how many of your pictures feature your constant companion, your trusty bike. It never complains its eyes were closed or that you didn't photograph its good side.

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