@ Flag of Rhode Island State Charlie the Bear begins his tour of Rhode Island. Hey, welcome to the Ocean State! Flag of Rhode Island State The flag of the State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations dates from King Charles II colonial times and was officially adopted in 1897, with minor changes. The flag comprises a white field, with thirteen golden stars, representing the original thirteen colonies and the fact Rhode Island was the thirteenth and last colony to sign the Declaration of Independence. The state motto, "HOPE", is written with golden letters in a blue ribbon, below a golden anchor, that also represents hope, in reference to Biblical phrase "Hope we have as an anchor of the soul" (Hebrews 6:18-19).
While touring the USA, you met Periwinkle.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Periwinkle the Midnight Violet Butterfly. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - State House Navy Flower Power Egg The first painted eggs came from Mesopotamia, and because eggs were forbidden food during Lent, people painted eggs while Lent was being observed—after Lent, they would eat the eggs on Easter Day.
Beautifully decorated eggs “pysanka” are associated with Ukraine, and the oldest painted egg that was unearthed in northern Ukraine is dated to the end of the 17th century. Rhode Island - State House This neoclassical treasure is located in Providence, and is the fourth largest stone structed dome in the world.
While touring the USA, you met Leonardo.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Leonardo the Introvurtle. They both received one silver mole!
Leonardo gave you 1 "Navy Flower Power Egg" FULL SIZE
@ Rhode Island - Winter Pond Roger Williams, founder of Rhode Island, established the first practical working model of Democracy after he was banished from Plymouth, Massachusetts because of his "extreme views" concerning freedom of speech and religion. Thomas Jefferson and John Adams publicly acknowledged Roger Williams, as the originator of the concepts and principles reflected in The First Amendment. Among those principles were freedom of religion, freedom of speech, and freedom of public assembly. Rhode Island - Winter Pond When a heavy frost settles into the trees, calling forth winter, it paints an incredible sight, but catch it early before the sun melts the art into the foliage below.
While touring the USA, you met HappyCheerling.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with HappyCheerling the Starlight Cheerling. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Marina “Oh hello, Charlie the Bear!” cried Ari. “Didn’t we bump into each other in Turkey a couple of months ago? This is quite the change of scene, isn't it!” Rhode Island - Marina Surrounded by so much water, there are many marinas to park your favorite watercraft.
While touring the USA, you met Ari.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Ari the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island Red Rooster “What have you got in your rucksack, Helga?” asked Charlie the Bear. “It looks very full!” “I’ve come prepared for anything, Charlie the Bear,” responded Helga. “There’s canvas deck shoes, tennis shoes, flip-flops, sandshoes, walking boots, sandals, loafers—you name it, I’ve got it!” Rhode Island Red Rooster Cock-a-doodle-doo! I'm famous, are you?
While touring the USA, you met Helga.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Helga the Vanilla Milky Moo Cow. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Marble House "Would you like a piece of Almond Joy, Charlie the Bear?" queried rex. "What is it, rex?" askedCharlie the Bear. "It's a milk chocolate coated coconut sweet, a bit like a Bounty bar in Britain, but with an almond on top." Rhode Island - Marble House The Marble House, located in Newport, shows off it's beautiful sculpted stone façade, and teases visitors to step inside the "summer cottage" as it was called when built at the end of the 19th century, to explore the rest of the artistry!
While touring the USA, you met rex.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with rex the Brown Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ Shoreline, Rhode Island Rhode Island shares a state water border with New York. Shoreline, Rhode Island The lowering clouds and cold grey sea make this is a dramatic image of large waves rolling inland ready to break on the boulders ahead.
While touring the USA, you met Malao.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Malao the Brown Funky Monkey. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Newport “Seeing these places makes me want to go to stay for a week or two, Charlie the Bear,” remarked BINE. "It's so different!" "Well, I guess that's the point of travel, isn't it?" said Charlie the Bear. "To broaden your horizons and so on." Rhode Island - Newport Standing on the windswept shore, watching the sun creep slowly up from the horizon, painting the picturesque background behind the city.
While touring the USA, you met BINE.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with BINE the Ragdoll Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Sea Grass Settled in 1642, Pawtuxet Village in Warwick, RI, lays claim to being New England’s oldest village. Rhode Island - Sea Grass Sea grasses grow on the sand dunes, offering a little respite for hot paws!
While touring the USA, you met Mae.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Mae the Angel Wing Butterfly. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Kitchen “Oh hello, Charlie the Bear!” cried Lunaray. “Didn’t we bump into each other in Turkey a couple of months ago? This is quite the change of scene, isn't it!” Rhode Island - Kitchen J & W famous alumni is a long and distinguished list of top chefs! Starting in humble beginnings of kitchen duty, you'll learn your way around every aspect of culinary skills! Who knows you might be the next E'mril LaGrassy!
While touring the USA, you met Lunaray.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Lunaray the Gentle Jellyfish. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Breakers Mansion Charlie the Bear and Midnite shook paws, said “How do you do?” and posed for a souvenir photo. “Why am I always on the left?” grumbled Charlie the Bear. “Let’s change sides.” “No,” said Midnite. “This is my best side.” Rhode Island - Breakers Mansion Restored to glory, the gilded frame hung over the ornate fireplace mantle, a true decorator's joy is the matching baroque furniture.
While touring the USA, you met Midnite.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Midnite the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Rochambeau Monument The Redwood Library and Athenaeum in Newport, Rhode Island, is the United States' oldest library building. Rhode Island - Rochambeau Monument Erected for monument to French nobleman and General Jean-Baptiste Donatien de Vimeur, comte de Rochambeau, it was restored in 2019, honoring his contributions in the Revolutionary War.
While touring the USA, you met MooCow.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with MooCow the Vanilla Milky Moo Cow. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Beach Houses New England's oldest Masonic Temple in Warren was built in the 18th century with timbers from British frigates sunk in Newport Harbor, RI during the Revolutionary War. Rhode Island - Beach Houses Prime real estate nestled on the tip of the outcrop, you'll have a front window view of the ocean and her glory, and the birds and beasts that call the deep home.
While touring the USA, you met get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20 the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20 and you found 10 Travel Tokens!
@ Rhode Island - Castle Hill Lighthouse Portsmouth, RI is home to the oldest schoolhouse in the United States. The school was built in 1716. Rhode Island - Castle Hill Lighthouse The perfect touristy shot, a lighthouse at sunset! Perfect for printing and framing.
While touring the USA, you met Ucil.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Ucil the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Claiborne Pell Bridge "Wasn’t it worth coming all this way, Charlie the Bear," said Innes, "for this experience alone?" Charlie the Bear, admiring the scene they were now in, heartily agreed! Rhode Island - Claiborne Pell Bridge Connecting Aquidneck and Conanicut Islands, the bridge is also called the Newport bridge. Named after Claiborne Pell, a Senator who lived in Newport, it's a great way to stay connected from island to island.
While touring the USA, you met Innes.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Innes the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Gazebo "I think there'll be quite a few tired paws, wings and flippers when we get back to the tour bus," said bluey, after she and Charlie the Bear had spent some time exploring another narrow, winding alleyway to its end. "Is there a gift shop at the end?" enquired Charlie the Bear. "The thought of that generally keeps me going." Rhode Island - Gazebo Nestled in the Greene Island Botanical Garden, this gazebo is a great stop for a photo shoot or rest your weary paws.
While touring the USA, you met bluey.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with bluey the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Stone Lighthouse Cumberlandite is the official state rock of Rhode Island. It is dark brown or black with white markings and found on both sides of Narragansett Bay but not north of Cumberland. Rhode Island - Stone Lighthouse Point Judith Light, located on Narrangansett Bay, is a good place to hang your laundry to dry, with the sea breezes blowing in. Freshly laundered sheets hung to dry smell like sunshine.
While touring the USA, you met Schnupfen.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Schnupfen the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Rocky Beach The first torpedo boat "Stiletto" was built in Bristol, RI in 1887. Rhode Island - Rocky Beach No worries about getting the sand out of your paws when you walk this beach looking for glass!
While touring the USA, you met Rory.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Rory the Corgi. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Rose Island Rhode Islanders were the first to take military action against England by sinking one of her ships in the Narragansett Bay located between Newport and Providence. The English ship was called "The Gaspee". Rhode Island - Rose Island Accessible only by boat, Rose Island is such named because of the rose shape it takes on at low tide. Lucky pets can book the room, but it's hard to get a reservation!
While touring the USA, you met Wroth.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Wroth the Yeti. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Lighthouse "It's turned a bit hot, Charlie the Bear. I'm going to put my sunhat on," said Myrtle. "Good scheme! I'll dig mine out as well," said Charlie the Bear. Rhode Island - Lighthouse Located on the point in Warwick, the endless beach is fun to walk, while the lighthouse keeps seafarers safe from the shallows.
While touring the USA, you met Myrtle.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Myrtle the Blue-Green Sea Turtle. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island Beach House Rhode Islanders were the first to take military action against England by sinking one of her ships in the Narragansett Bay located between Newport and Providence. The English ship was called "The Gaspee". Rhode Island Beach House Salty sea air breezes in your cottage windows out on Block Island. Book a stay for a weekend, but be warned, you may not want to check out.
While touring the USA, you met Dancer.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Dancer the Reindeer. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Storm on the Island Polo was played for the first time in the United States in 1876 near Newport, Rhode Island. Rhode Island - Storm on the Island Crashing waves thunder on the shore, the wild winds whipping the sea into a frenzy, good thing you're nestled in with a hot cocoa and a good book! Not a day to explore the Island.
While touring the USA, you met Priya.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Priya the Posh Peacock. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Storm on the Pier Judge Darius Baker imposed the first jail sentence for speeding in an automobile on August 28, 1904 in Newport, RI. Rhode Island - Storm on the Pier Be careful! The wind whips up waves quickly and you don't want to get your newly groomed fur wet in the crisp air.
While touring the USA, you met Tigger.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Tigger the Tiger. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Vintage Car “A picture of this would look lovely printed on Christmas cards, wouldn't it, Charlie the Bear?” Fin said. “It certainly would, Fin!" said Charlie the Bear. Rhode Island - Vintage Car During the heyday of millionaires, cars such as this were a common sight, chauffeuring the rich and famous from party to party. This vintage photo showcases Governor Wetmore, who held office from 1895-1907.
While touring the USA, you met Fin.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Fin the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - Block Island Lighthouse “Hey, have you seen what the next stop is, Charlie the Bear?” said Casper. "It looks fantastic!" "I'll get my camera ready," said Charlie the Bear. Rhode Island - Block Island Lighthouse Beautiful in the simplicity of the architecture, and strong enough to withstand the buffeting winds, the light keeps our sailors safe as they travel along.
While touring the USA, you met Casper.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Casper the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rhode Island - National Hotel As Charlie the Bear's tour of "Rhode Island" comes to an end, he receives a wonderful gift! Short Tree, Blue Gorgeous blue-leafed tree. Perhaps it grows in the fairy forest, or maybe the wizard worked some magic. If you can get seeds from this tree, you may have luck growing it in your garden. Rhode Island - National Hotel Built to overlook the long shoreline on Block Island, everypet will enjoy watching the sunset from your room. Then explore the island and enjoy some great fresh seafood! Charlie the Bear has completed his tour of "Rhode Island"! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also tour the USA!
While touring the USA, you met Midnight.
Charlie the Bear shook paws with Midnight the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
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