Lake Kiowa, Texas⇑ –a small private lake near Gainesville, Texas After the record-breaking spring rainfall, lakes in North Texas are at maximum capacity or still flooded. Many of the larger lakes like Lake Lewisville or Joe Pool Lake are closed until the water recedes. Smaller lakes flooded also; but are quicker to recover. This summer … Continue reading
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Sometimes You Will Never Know…
Word Crush Wednesday Quote Challenge Life moves so fast and sometimes days seem to go by in a blur. However, each of the moments we are living so fast are making memories. We need to take time to reflect on the lessons of life and to cherish those memories. I choose this quote for the … Continue reading
Boy Scout Regatta
A favorite event of most Cub Scouts is the annual Rain Gutter Regatta. I love this photo of the colorful boats waiting to race. The boys must make their boats by themselves; however, guidance from an adult is permitted. This year Pops helped our grandson with his boat. Pops said that it seemed like it was just a … Continue reading
Coral Flower
This is a piece of coral that I plan to use in decorating our house. I love the shape and texture of this piece. As you might guess, I’m decorating with a beachy theme. Now, I just need to find a few other pieces to go with this one. What’s your decorating style or … Continue reading
Fishing the Red River
Water has been flowing over the spillway at Lake Texoma for almost 2 weeks. People are flocking to view this historical event. They are fishing from the side of the river and from their boats. The foaming, dirty water doesn’t seem to discourage anyone. I didn’t have an opportunity to fish; but I saw several … Continue reading
Waiting
Many marinas are closed due to all the flooding in North Texas. The owners of these boats can’t even get to their boats right now because the marina parking lot is about 8 foot deep in water. There’s a possibility that this marina won’t open until the 4th of July. Everyone is just waiting… Continue reading
Too Often…
Word Crush Wednesday Quote Challenge This quote is a great reminder that the smallest act of kindness can be the first step to changing someone’s life. Yes, that sounds Pollyannaish; but I believe it to be true. — Goodness brings goodness. kindness brings kindness. — Sometimes, it’s difficult to be the one who … Continue reading
Water Flows Over the Spillway at Lake Texoma
Six days later water is still flowing over the Lake Texoma spillway (May 30, 2015).↑ Month of May Breaks Rainfall Records Many lakes in North Texas are overflowing due to May’s massive rains. In fact, according to channel 8 news WFAA, ” It rained 24 out of 31 days last month, making it the wettest May for … Continue reading
Lake Texoma’s Historic Lake Level
The boat dock at Grandpappy Point Marina (May 24, 2015). ⇑ Record Breaking Rains North Texas has been receiving higher than normal levels of rain for the last few months. In fact, this is the 3rd wettest May on record with 21 out of 27 days bringing rain for a total of 12.31 inches of rainfall. Most … Continue reading
Let’s Go For A Drive
The doggies like hanging out the window during our car rides. Monochrome Madness Challenge Our dogs love hanging out the window on our car drives. Unfortunately, I usually can’t get a good photo of the dogs during a car ride because the car is bouncing or I’m using my iPhone. Luckily, this time I had … Continue reading
Rainy Day Reflections 