Most wooden windmills have been replaced by the modern metal versions; so I was thrilled to see this one in New Mexico. We were traveling home along the long stretch of Highway 87 between Raton, New Mexico and Dalhart, Texas. The scenery consists of what I call rolling plains and lots of sky. The sky … Continue reading
I believe this quote is so true. Photos help us remember our lives. Rainy Day I just had to grab my camera to get a photo of this little Cardinal as she used the squirrel deflector as her umbrella during a rain shower. She didn’t eat; but just sat there like she was waiting for the … Continue reading
An invisible force Ravishes my body. Upsetting my brain, Twisting my words, Stealing my sleep, Draining my energy, Attacking my muscles, Amplifying my pain, Slowing my pace. An invisible force Changes my life. Fibromyalgia This poem describes my feelings about Fibromyalgia and how it affects my life. Fibromyalgia is a hidden disease and that makes … Continue reading
In the center of Florissant Valley, Colorado stands the Hornbek homestead complex. Adeline Hornbek came to the area with her four children in the 1870s. Claiming land under the Homestead Act, she defied traditional gender roles to become the owner of a prosperous ranch. (NPS.gov) The Hornbek Homestead is not the one room log cabin … Continue reading
Lake George, Colorado Lake George, Colorado is a small manmade lake set in the Rocky Mountains. The lake and its town sit on Highway 24 at an elevation of 7992 feet. We passed by this gorgeous lake several times on a recent trip to take our grandson to Camp Alexander Boy Scout Camp. Several of the … Continue reading
I love that magical moment when the hummingbirds first show up in the springtime. Truthfully, I feel that watching hummingbirds is magical anytime. Their wings flap so fast as the zip quickly from flower to feeder. Monochrome Madness Challenge “Hummingbird Visit (MM)” is my entry for his week’s Monochrome Madness Challenge. This week’s … Continue reading
Cripple Creek can be found in a high valley of the Rocky Mountains at an elevation of 9494 feet. I always like looking out over Cripple Creek before making the descent into the valley. We first visited Cripple Creek in the late 1990s after gambling had been approved by the state. The casinos were in … Continue reading
This has become one of my favorite quotes because it reminds us that we can do whatever we want with our lives. I have always believed that if you want it bad enough, you can do it. It’s not always easy; but it can be done. And I think that’ exactly what this quote is … Continue reading
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
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
Rainy Day Reflections 