Have you ever noticed how many old cars are left to rust away in some field or yard? I’m not sure why it happens; but I think most of us just don’t want to send them off to the junkyard. Yet, most people don’t have the time or money to repair the engines and do … Continue reading
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My Calf (BW)
It’s not unusual to see cows and horses in pastures along the country roads of Texas. In fact, we pass these cows several times a week as we travel the country roads near our home. Even so, when I saw the calf, I just had to take a photo. As you can see, this momma … Continue reading
Floating
Blowing bubbles always makes for a great afternoon. This was a nice, calm afternoon; so the bubbles just floated in the air. Monochrome Madness Challenge “Floating” is my entry for this week’s Monochrome Madness Challenge. This week’s theme was movement. I had many ideas for a great photo for movement; but then life happened. I had … Continue reading
Watching
This guy seemed to be out of his element sitting in a flower bed at the Dallas Arboretum. When I looked around, I saw that he was actually watching over a female that was shuffling around in the leaves. He seemed a little defensive as he stood to check me out; but calmed down quickly … Continue reading
Once Upon A Time
I found this old house on a road deep in Texas country. It was surrounded by a fence with trespassing signs marking its territory. I couldn’t help wondering why the house was left to crumble if it was important enough to warrant no trespassing signs. Once upon a time this house was a home and for … Continue reading
Blooms and Bees
Springtime In Texas, tulips signal the beginning of springtime. I alway enjoy venturing to a tulip garden to help me get into the springtime mood. I found this tulip at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens which is the perfect spot to enjoy tulips and spring flowers. I saw this little bee buzzing around the tulips … Continue reading
Texas Blooms
“Texas Blooms” is my entry for this week’s Monochrome Madness Challenge. The theme for this week is cultural. I had many ideas about photos I could take that would fit the theme. When you live near the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex the possibilities are endless. Cowboy Football Fans, Ranger Baseball Fans, NASCAR Fans, commuters, cowboys, … Continue reading
Frog Fountain – Dallas Arboretum
Frog Fountain (B & W) This is one of three frog fountains at the Dallas Arbotoreum and Botanical Gardens. These frogs are massive and very interesting to see. I love the texture on the statues and their color against the colorful gardens. I left the bench in the photo for size comparison. Frog Fountain Here’s the original … Continue reading
Road Trip – Davey Dogwood Park – Palestine, Texas
#stayhome #socialdistancing We planned to visit Davey Dogwood Park again this spring; but won’t be able to due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I decided to share these photos from several years ago again. We can experience the beauty of the dogwoods through photos until it’s possible to travel again. Road Trip We took a quick … Continue reading
Bloom
I found this gorgeous Dogwood bloom at Davey Dogwood Park in Palestine, Texas. Some of the blooms were beginning to fade; but there were still many to see. I loved how the white blooms glittered among the other trees. Dogwood Trees Here are a few trivia facts about Dogwood trees and blooms. Flowering Dogwoods are the … Continue reading