September 2019 – Ruth E. Hendricks Photography

Pittsburgh Monday Night Football

The evening felt like summer, this last night of September. Steve and I had a great time thanks to my son sharing his season tickets with us. The city skyline so colorful and bright against the dark sky. It sure gets darker earlier and the game didn’t start until 8:15 so definitely Monday Night Football.

It was a good game for the Steelers as they were 0 and 3.

Tonight’s score Pittsburgh Steelers-27 Cincinnati Bengals-3

At halftime we saw the four inductees of the class of 2019 being inducted into the Pittsburgh Hall of Honor — Elbie Nickel (his son was there to represent his deceased father) , Larry Brown, Bill Cowher and Hines Ward. #86 got the loudest cheers.

A blimp overhead as we walked over Roberto Clemente Bridge to Heinz Field

A sliver of a new moon in the sky

Boats moored on the Allegheny River edge

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Two levels of fancy suites.

A bronze tribute to Franco Harris and the Immaculate Reception .

Honus Wagner Statue guards PNC Park until next Spring’s baseball season.

Downtown park has Eyeball Seats by Sculptor Louise Bougeois

Fancy crosswalk

A favorite parking garage is being demolished.

September 30, 2019October 1, 2019 by Ruth Categories: Photography, sportsTags: Allegheny River, baeball, bridge, Cincinnati Bengals, city at night, city scene, fireworks, football, football game, Heinz Field, Hines Ward, Louise Bougeois, Monday night football, new moon, parking garage, Pittsburgh Steelers, PNC Park, sculpture, sports 8 Comments

Troll Crossing in Norway One Year Ago

Trollstigen (Troll’s Road) in Norway. If you click the link you can see pictures of the winding Troll’s Road.

One year ago I was on the Arne and Carlos‘ Knitting Cruise going up the coast of Norway on MS Finnmarken. Thanks to Pam from Massachusetts, my knitting colleague and ship roommate for sending this pic today. Yes that was a wonderful trip of a lifetime and there are many great memories.

I was so happy to receive an email today with this photo of myself that Pam took by the Troll Crossing sign. I was able to go and find the one I took of her, too.

Our tour bus was to drive up the winding roads but due to bad weather, the Troll Road was closed. (After looking at the photos of the road I think I am a bit relieved it was closed)

Thanks again for the fun memory, Pam. I’m glad you follow the blog. Hope you like this post!

Pam took this photo of me

Through the bus window

Pam and the Troll Crossing Sign

September 30, 2019 by Ruth Categories: Photography, TravelTags: Arne and Carlos, cows, knitting, Knitting cruise, memories, mountains, Norway, snow, tourist, tourists, travel, Troll Road, Trollstigen, weather 4 Comments

Dovecote in Aspinwall on Brilliant Avenue

Dovecote, a vintage boutique in Aspinwall Pennsylvania, located on Brilliant Avenue. What a great address. Brilliant!

My friend Vincie and I were shoe shopping at Soothe the Sole on Brilliant Avenue and Holly (at the shoe store) suggested we check out Dovecote right across the street.

Here’s what we discovered –

The boutique is definitely eclectic and affordably priced. Scroll down for more details. There are vintage items, consignment items, handcrafts, antiques, jewelry, home decor and holiday fun. Sports team theme including black and gold potholders and darling onesies with hand sewn embellishment, adorable ruffles.

The felted Mr. Rogers created by Artist Christine caught my eye, and the Pennsylvania ceramic platter would be cool to serve from at a dinner party.

from their website

from Dovecote Aspinwall click for virtual store tour

“If your style is eclectic with a vintage vibe, this is the place for you! We offer a wide variety of vintage & antique home decor items, as well as new & vintage clothing & accessories. From tables and lamps, paintings, and dishes; to jewelry, shoes, candles imported from Spain, gifts, vintage-inspired greeting cards, and more, there is something for everyone in our cozy store. We carry Lindsay Phillips’ line of shoes & sandals (SwitchFlops), as well as Naked Bee’s organic skin care creams & lotions. Need to make space in your closet or sell your unused home accessories? We offer resale and consignment options. Visit our vintage boutique, and then follow us on Facebook for frequent updates!”

A place to take things when you need to downsize! Good to know.

September 28, 2019September 29, 2019 by Ruth Categories: Art, vintageTags: antiques, art, Aspinwall PA, Brilliant Avenue, candles, decorations, design, Dovecote, eclectic, fashion, gifts, handcrafts, holiday decor, home, home decor, interior design, jewelry, Pittsburgh PA, shopping, vintage 5 Comments

“Just get rid of it” my friend Ann says

“Just get rid of it”.

“No one wants it.”

“Collecting dust on a shelf means you have to clean it.”

”Sell it.”

Why is it easy for some people to get rid of things?declutter? downsize with no difficulty?

September 27, 2019 by Ruth Categories: PhotographyTags: bunnies, Ceramic, collection, dust, figurines, home, Porcelain, postaday, rabbit 14 Comments

Stained Glass Windows at Heinz Chapel Pittsburgh

When out of town guests visit, it’s an opportunity to be a tourist where you live and appreciate the sights the city has to offer. We parked and went into Heinz Chapel and I’ve been in many times. Each time you enter you think, hmmm I could be in France, the architecture and feeling of the sanctuary is remarkable. Some of the stained glass windows are seven stories high. I learned that they were all designed by a single artist

“The chapel’s 23 windows were designed by Charles Connick and created at his Boston studio. The windows total approximately 4,000 square feet (370 m²) and contain nearly 250,000 pieces of glass. There are 391 identifiable people in the windows, a large supporting cast of anonymous individuals, and an extensive variety of flora and fauna.”

Here are a few examples of some of the windows