Windmills Windmills are a common sight along the country roads in Texas. As a city girl, I don’t think about them or notice them very often. However, windmills are important to many farmers and ranchers. I do know that, a windmill with all its blades is most likely still in use. Texas Skyline I pass … Continue reading
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Serious – Monochrome Madness Challenge
Last weekend, we had the opportunity to take our grandsons to a local kids fishing tournament. It had rained all week long and we had our fingers crossed that the tournament wouldn’t be postponed. Let’s Go Fishing Saturday morning was just as gloomy and gray as the previous days; but it wasn’t raining. –So … Continue reading
Almost Frozen (C)
Yesterday, I shared a black and white version of this photo. This is one of my favorite photos; so I decided to share the color version with you also. My original goal was to share one last winter photo before I began focusing on spring. I hope you don’t mind that I decided to share both versions … Continue reading
Almost Frozen (B & W) – Monochrome Madness Challenge
I thought I’d share one last winter photo before I put cold, snowy days behind me and move into the bright sunshine of spring. I took this photo last winter at Fair Park in Childress, Texas. This is an awesome park regardless of the season. Childress, Texas Childress is a small Texas town found on Highway 287 … Continue reading
After The Storm
It’s a stormy, rainy day — It’s been raining and storming in my part of Texas since last night with predictions for more rain to come. Our rain gauge already shows 3 inches of rain from the last storm and the lake is flowing over the dam. I’m not sure how much more rain is … Continue reading
Sunset At The Lake
I thought I’d share a sunset photo on this Monday morning since I probably won’t have a chance to take any sunset photos this week. (The weatherman is predicting rain all week long.) Sunset Magic I took this photo a few days ago at the lake in our community. The sun was just dropping behind … Continue reading
March – One Photo Focus
It’s time again for the One Photo Focus Photo Challenge. One Photo Focus is a photography challenge hosted by Stacy over at Visual Venturing. The participants in this challenge edit the same image and share it on the One Photo Focus Forum. You can get more information and join the One Photo Focus monthly challenge … Continue reading
Beyond the Fence
I took this photo on a country road near Memphis, Texas at sunset on a partly cloudy day. As we drove over the top of the hill, I saw the electrical structure standing stark against the sky — just beyond the fence. (There aren’t any wires on the structure because it was part of a new electrical line … Continue reading
A Review – Microfiber Cleaning Cloths for Polishing Stainless Steel
We all know that microfiber cloths are great for cleaning. They are lint free and absorbent. These cloths by Pro Chef Kitchen Tools are the best yet. You simply wet them with water, or use a spray bottle to spray water on the area you want to shine. I used them on my refrigerator and it was … Continue reading
Let’s Go For A Walk – B & W Version
This is Chip, my grand puppy. Chip is 7 months old and full of energy. He makes a great subject for photos because he’s always bouncing around. I managed to catch his eyes in this photo as he was waiting to go for a walk. I think you can see his look of anticipation — … Continue reading