As I mentioned in my last post about the lovely Duesenbergs that were on temporary display, the excellent Lyon Air Museum has much to offer the aviation and military history buff. Located in Santa Ana in a large hanger, the museum is home to several World War II planes and vehicles, ranging from sidecar motorcycles on the smaller end to the majestic B-17 Flying Fortress…
The Duesenberg, a car known the world around as one of the finest of its era, was a symbol of style, class and money. Back in the 1920s and 1930s, wealthy businessmen and Hollywood royalty opted for these handmade, American-built sleek beauties. Given their rarity, you are likely to only see them if you happen by one at a concours d’elegance or get access to…
Cookies and milk. Ice cream cookie sandwiches. That delicious moment when you, as a child, would come into the house and the overwhelming aroma of freshly-baked cookies would hit you. One of the best smells in the world is a warm cookie. There are many fancy versions in a hundred different cookbooks. However, one of my favorites has always been a good old-fashioned oatmeal cookie.…
Every once in awhile, you get to be part of something special. Something that transports you back in time and allows you to see things from a unique perspective. This past weekend I enjoyed a little bit of nostalgic history.…

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