During a recent trip to Colorado, we spent an afternoon driving through the mountains. We headed north on State Highway 67 from Woodland Park. Our elevation at the beginning of our drive was 8500 feet and we continued upward as our drive continued. It wasn’t long before the air became thinner and we felt as if … Continue reading
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If Ever There’s A Tomorrow… Thoughtful Thursdays
This quote makes me sad-happy because it says what needs to be said so beautifully. This is what I tell my grandsons every chance I get. I think it makes them feel better as it breaks my heart. Life is not always easy and I so wish I could be there to shelter them through … Continue reading
Lake George, Colorado (MM)
Lake George, Colorado is a small manmade lake set in the Rocky Mountains. We came across the gorgeous lake on a recent trip to take our grandson to Camp Alexander for Boy Scout Camp. The town sits on Highway 24 at an elevation of 7992 feet. According to Uncover Colorado, the town of Lake George was established … Continue reading
Rest Is Not Idleness … Thoughtful Thursdays
I thought this was the perfect quote for the first week of June. Sometimes, it seems that we get so busy with work and life that we forget to relax. I’ve learned that the dishes, the laundry, the cluttered family room aren’t where you need to spend your time. I’ve learned that it’s important to … Continue reading
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Waiting Out the Storm (MM)
During the month of May in 2015, there were record-setting rains in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. The lakes overflowed their boundaries and flooded surrounding areas. This is Joe Pool Lake Marina which was completely flooded including the parking lot. The owners of these boats had no way to get to them until the water receded. … Continue reading
Too Often… Thoughtful Thursdays
This quote is powerful because it is says so much. Being kind is the greatest power you can ever have. You never know how that touch on the shoulder, that little compliment or even just a smile may help someone. As an educator, I would have to remind myself that I didn’t know what happened … Continue reading
Big Tex (MM)
Take a drive down Interstate 40 in the Texas Panhandle and at some point you are going to pass by Big Tex. He stands tall in the sky at the Big Texan Steak Ranch (which is the home of the 72 ounce steak challenge). On this particular day, I thought Big Tex looked good among … Continue reading
Be Thankful… Thoughtful Thursdays
I’ve spent the last several months sharing my thoughts about various quotes with you. This week I’d love to hear from you. What does this quote mean to you? Do you think someone like Oprah could be dissatisfied if she let her self? Do you ever let you self think if only I had ____ … Continue reading
Tall Texas Clouds
Clouds often start building on late Spring afternoons in Texas. On this particular day, the sky had been a sea of blue with just a few puffs of white clouds until about 4:00 in the afternoon. The clouds starting developing and to just get taller and taller as it grew later. Monochrome Madness Challenge “Tall … Continue reading
Colorful Daisies
These colorful Daisies brought a bit of beauty and color into our home during some cloudy, rainy days. The last four photos I used a special filter to bring out the details on the petals and to place extra emphasis on the dyed color. Which do you like best? I’ve included a special limited time … Continue reading
