Covered Bridges

Covered Bridge 3, originally uploaded by B.B. Bellezza.

I love covered bridges. It may be because of the history of them or the romantic clickity-clack of going over them. I also think they are so pretty architecturally-speaking. And, of course, I do love all things old.

They have been here for times when things were simpler, before cars and before computers. Don't get me wrong, I appreciate all the modern amenities and I would be completely lost without my computer; but I love thinking about simpler times, too.

This photo is from a road trip we recently took to Maryland. It's the Jericho Covered Bridge and it is believed to be haunted. It is right before you get to the sweet Village of Jerusalem Mills in Hartford County Maryland, which is preserved as it was years ago with old buildings.

It's amazing to think about how many covered bridges are still standing, especially in my county of Lancaster, PA. To think that now we have bridges made of concrete and steel that are built to withstand harsh rains and floods. Sometimes these concrete and steel bridges don't even last. I am grateful to still have these historical beauties all around.

Don't forget to make a wish as you pass through one!

The Bridges of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

My boyfriend and I write a zine "Outta the Way." This month we take you on a tour of the Covered Bridges of Lancaster County. The zine has a driving tour of the covered bridges that takes you through Lancaster County Amish farms, historic downtown and gives you a great taste of the county, as well as the historical background of each bridge.

For a couple of the zine, check out the Outta the Way Etsy Shop, or check my booth BUiLDiNG CHARACTER at 342 N. Queen St., Rear Warehouses, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.