Part of the McFerrin Fabergé Collection, this presentation box is on display at the Houston Museum of Natural Science this year. Given in 1902 by Tsar Nichlas II to Leon Bourgeois, a French politican and statesman, it is made of gold and decorated with enamel and diamonds. It features the initials of Nicholas II on the cover. At that time, the Imperial Russian court was known for lavish gifts presented to foreign dignitaries visiting Russia. Bourgeois was one of 90 foreigners to receive a snuffbox with the emperor's initials. It measures about four inches across.
This view at the Dallas World Aquarium was from above the tank looking down at the pedestrian tube. From the fish's viewpoint, the people are in aquarium for a change.
At Downtown Disney in Orlando, I was surprised to see a giant balloon that was giving rides in a large gondola. “Characters in Flight” rises to 400 feet in a helium balloon, carrying 30 guests at a time. The tethered ride takes about 10 minutes, with 5 at the very top. From the view at the top, you can see all four of Disney’s parks. This view was taken with my iPhone as we walked around after dinner.
