Monthly Archives: December 2006

Gargoyles

These demon looking creatures carved out of stone are called gargoyles. They are one of the many eerie stone figures that adorn the gutters of the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris. Gargoyle comes from a Latin word, meaning gullet or drain. That’s what the strange looking creatures are, they’re drainpipes. Each grotesque figure has a passageway inside that carries rainwater from the roof and out through the gargoyle’s mouth.

Luminaria

Schiller Park in Columbus was an integral part of the Village Lights. This is one of the ponds in the park, which was illuminated, along with the rest of the German Village area, with 10,000 luminaria. A beautiful evening was spent walking the park and streets listening to carolers and bands sing and play Christmas songs.

Grand Canyon

Even in black and white the Grand Canyon is impressive. This was taken just before arriving at Grand Canyon Village, on the Rim Trail.