Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption

Last week I visited “America’s Notre Dame” in Covington, KY.  Located just outside Cincinnati, the facade of this Gothic cathedral was designed and built after the Notre Dame in Paris.  Ground was broken in 1894 and the dedication took place 16 years later in 1910.  Being able to travel, see sights and learn so muchContinue reading “Saint Mary’s Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption”

Pretty Woman & Days Off

You will have to forgive me for the lack of posts, but work has been tough. Everyone in our Camperforce group feels the pain: The schedule, 6:30 pm – 5:00 am, makes it hard to know when to eat and when/how to sleep. When we have time off, we are usually sleeping. When we haveContinue reading “Pretty Woman & Days Off”

A Taste of Belgium & Customer Service

I have been off the last three days from work and have enjoyed it; however, I am ready to go back this evening. Yesterday was a nice sunny day here and I was able to run errands and have lunch with Lee. We ate at A Taste of Belgium and enjoyed some delicious waffles. PestoContinue reading “A Taste of Belgium & Customer Service”

Kayaking in Kentucky

I had a great time yesterday kayaking in the Gorge Underground yesterday with my Amazon co-worker Lee. We were part of a small group on our one hour tour. It was a cool 52 degrees in the cave and we were outfitted in our jackets, life vests and helmets. Exiting the mine It was veryContinue reading “Kayaking in Kentucky”

Christi the Amazonian

It is official. I am an Amazonian. Yesterday was my first full day of employment with Amazon and I survived! I am working at one of the facilities in Hebron, KY. My assigned shift is Wednesday through Saturday from 6:30pm – 5:00am. This was the first time in many, many years that I was upContinue reading “Christi the Amazonian”

Exploring Kentucky

The last week, I have been learning my way around the area. First things first, food! I am so happy that we have Kroger here. I shopped in the largest Kroger I have seen, complete with clothing, housewares and more. I have a Kentucky friend who introduced me to Skyline chili years ago. I hadContinue reading “Exploring Kentucky”

Camperforce & Workamping

Lots of friends have been asking about my time in Kentucky. I will be working for Amazon in Hebron, KY from October 20th through the middle/end of December . I am participating in an Amazon program called Camperforce. Click here to read more about Camperforce. https://hiring.amazon.com/our-team/camperforce#/ I don’t know what my specific job will be,Continue reading “Camperforce & Workamping”