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Day trips from Boston

Getting out of town for the day is a great way to refresh, reconnect, and have fun together. Here are our bets for the top three best day trips within range of Boston. Have fun!

Salem, MA

Salem is about more than the crazy and amazing history of witch hunts in America, although there is plenty of that, too. Salem is also chock full of historic homes, maritime history, and whaling.

New Bedford, MA

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Romantic restaurants in West Virginia

West Virginia has so much unique culinary history and local flavor (so to speak), from upscale finery to down-home cooking. When date night rolls around, it can be hard to decide where to go! Here are our picks for the top three most romantic restaurants in West Virginia.

Laury’s Restaurant (Charleston)

This traditional European steakhouse is dressy, romantic, and guaranteed to serve up one of the best steaks in the state. Be sure to save room for dessert, and check out their amazing wine list.

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Exploring Houston’s Rich Film Festival Tradition

For couples that enjoy films beyond the typical summer blockbusters, Houston has several wonderful film festivals to explore. All throughout the year, one can find the best of independent and international cinema by checking the festival calendar. Early April brings with it Worldfest Houston, a famous film festival that has more than 50 years of history behind it. Enjoy a wide variety of movies that come from all over the world. For something more culturally focused, there is the Jewish Film Festival in May and the Palestine Film Festival in mid-April.

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Delving Into the Rich History of Atlanta

The next time you want to get out and do something with your loved one, consider exploring some of Atlanta’s illustrious history. There are many great sites to see, no matter what your preference of historical events. For a look at some of the history of Atlanta’s former residents, visit the oldest cemetery in the city, OaklandCemetery. Those interested in the history of the Civil Rights Movement should not miss the chance to check out the Civil Rights Walk of Fame and the Martin Luther King, Jr.

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If only we had Abe

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Yes, Lincoln was a ferocious wrestler.  Here's an article that will blow your hair back.  "Gentle" does not mean "weak."  It means "strong" and "restrained."  

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There is a story about a college dean who was walking the President around his campus.  The university had put in sidewalks a few years previously ... the students persisted on walking across the lawns, wearing out the grass.  The dean tried everything, punishments, etc., and couldn't stop the kids from "trespassing" onto his lawns.

"What should I do about this?," the dean wailed.

"Put the sidewalks where the students want to walk," Lincoln said.  He didn't smile.

Exploring New York City’s Rich History

There are few places in the country that have a history as rich as the city of New York. So why not learn a bit more about your city the next time you feel like going out with your special someone? With so many interesting attractions to check out, you’re bound to find something that you both enjoy. Beautiful and dark, WoodlawnCemetery offers a look at some truly outstanding tributes to those that came before us as well as some amazing scenery.

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Spend a Day Seeing the History of Boston

Of all the cities in the U.S., there are few with more history and importance than Boston. When next you want to spend some time out with your special someone, consider looking around and visiting some of these great historic sites. One of the best ways to do this is to follow the Freedom Trail. This handy red line traces a path through the city and brings you to sixteen of Boston’s most important places.

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Explore Austin’s History

Austin is a city filled with a rich history. Sometimes, when you want to get out with your significant other, it can be fun to explore these historic spots and learn something new while you’re enjoying time together. The Texas State Capitol is one popular place to see and tour. You can experience the amazing architecture and décor of this government building while discovering more about the Texas government.

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Opening Day Starters and "Aces"

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At BJOL there's an article up which asks the question, "Is the typical ballclub's Opening Day starter its best starter?"

He stimulates your thinking by asking you to guesstimate how often the two "titles" coincide:

  • 14%
  • 34%
  • 54%
  • 74%

The answer is 34%.  Meaning that for the typical team, the guy starting Opening Day will NOT be the guy who should be pitching Game Seven that year.  Usually, most of the time, the Opening Day starter is there because he has the Biggest Name, but usually, most of the time, there's somebody on the staff better than him.  I wonder how aware the clubhouse is of that.  I'll bet, Very.

It's topical for us at SSI:  even though Felix Hernandez is his generation's Roger Clemens, even though Felix is certainly one of the five best pitchers in the game ... here we are, thinking that next turn around the rotation, we probably have a better chance on Hisashi Iwakuma's day.

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