Normally, I wouldn’t scrapbook snow pictures; but I’m trying to save memories of our everyday life. AND snow was certainly part of our everyday life during the winter of 2014/2015. Our part of Texas doesn’t always get lots of snow at once; however, last winter there were several storms that brought 5 or 6 inches. … Continue reading
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Looking Up
This is a live oak tree on our lot that we hope to save. I want to be able to stand by my kitchen window and look up into its branches for years to come. I understand that the roots of these oaks don’t grow very deep and are rather fragile. We are trying to … Continue reading
Lake Reflection
Caddo Lake State Park The cypress trees and the many aquatic plants at Caddo lake are an amazing sight to see. Caddo Lake is the largest natural lake in Texas. It’s located on the Texas and Louisiana border in North East Texas and North West Louisiana. (Three hours west of Dallas and 30 minutes east ofShreveport.) The lake roughly … Continue reading
Secret of Change…
Word Crush Wednesday – #WCW Once we learn to focus on the future and not reflect so much on our past, change becomes much easier. Our life is full of change right now; so this quote has become my mantra. Join the Word Crush Wednesday fun at Word Crush Wednesday Favorite Quote Challenge. … Continue reading
Old Fences
Monochrome Madness Old fences fascinate me because they have so many stories to tell. Stories of the people and animals that have come across its path. Did they climb over, go around or cut through the wire? Why did they need to get the other side? Driving through my part of Texas, you see all … Continue reading
Signs of Springtime
Bluebonnets are popping up all over North Texas. This was one of those times when I was glad I had my camera ready — I took the photo as we were waiting in traffic on the toll road. What is your favorite sign of Spring? Continue reading
How a Want-A-Be, Untalented Musician Enjoys Music (For the Love of Music – part 2)
You might think I got the title of this blog post mixed up. I didn’t. It’s how I think – I’m a want-a-be, but untalented musician. I enjoy music; but I don’t make music. One of the ways that I enjoy music is by attending concerts. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate enough to attended … Continue reading
For the Love of Music (part 1)
Music is one of the joys of my life. I enjoy listening to all types of music, attending concerts and singing in the shower. Unfortunately, I’ve learned through the years that I just don’t have any real musical talent. I have no musicality, I can’t play an instrument and my singing is cringe worthy. It’s … Continue reading
Welcome to the Metroplex!
Moving from a small city of around 200,000 to a metroplex of over 7,000,000 requires a few adjustments. Learning to navigate the multitude of highways and different routes to get places is one of the biggest challenges we’ve faced. Driving through the Metroplex The overpasses and bridges are amazing. They overlap and seem to go every which … Continue reading
Three Interpretations of Triumph
Photo 101 – Triumph & Contrast (assignment 20) Our last assignment for Photo 101 required some heavy brainstorming on my part. I had several ideas; but nothing seemed to really fit the theme. Then, on Saturday we went to an Easter celebration and I had the opportunity to take a few photos. I love this … Continue reading
Rainy Day Reflections 