Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire. This is week 2 of my month of celebrating education quotes. I was given a poster of this quote during my first year of teaching. By the end of that year, I knew just what the quote meant to me. You … Continue reading
It’s been TWO years since I retired. And it’s the third time back to school ads were a not so subtle reminder that summer is almost over. (Those ads start way too soon. Don’t you think?) And it’s the third August that I’m missing that back to school excitement tinged with just a little bit of dread. Even … Continue reading
This wonderful Texas sign sits in front of an old Airstream Motor home on the property of Ballyhoo Antique and Collectibles in Childress, Texas. I’ve probably driven past this sign at least 100 times as we pass through town on Highway 287; yet, it always catches my eye. I think it’s interesting that the … Continue reading
The 1930 Texas Pacific Railway Trinity River Bridge parallels the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge for vehicles and the Continental Avenue Pedestrian Bridge in Dallas, Texas. I took this photo as we drove across the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge. The water from the Spring rains have receded quiet a bit; but, you can see that the several months later … Continue reading
Drive through farm and ranch country in Texas and you will see many abandoned buildings. These buildings were the homes, barns and out buildings of those that once made their living by the land. Some of the buildings were the homes of the workers for the land owners. I’d love to know the history … Continue reading
Downtown Dallas, Texas 2:30 on a Thursday afternoon There was so much traffic and so many busy people moving about — I didn’t know where to point my camera first. I love this shot because it shows how busy this particular street was at this particular time. I think the pops of red emphasize the activity … Continue reading
This is the view you see if you look up while in downtown Dallas. The lines and shapes on the buildings are interesting; but the reflections of the sky, clouds and buildings add a special dimension. Often the tall buildings seem to block out the sky until you look up and see the fantastic reflections. Do you … Continue reading
In my post, Fair Park –Childress, Texas, I shared how I found the city park in Childress, Texas when I took a turn off of Highway 287. I enjoyed a few hours taking photos at this pretty little lake in the park. I loved the wooden bridge that allows visitors to walk from one side of the … Continue reading
Childress is a small Texas town found on Highway 287 about 2 hours east of Amarillo. With a population of about 6100, Childress meets my personal definition of a small town. You know, a town with one post office and no shopping mall. A town where the people are friendly, main street is charming and … Continue reading
As soon as I got out of the car, this little guy made a straight line towards me. It seemed like he was curious about what I was doing; but I really think he wanted to see if I had treats. At least my camera didn’t bother him and I was able to get … Continue reading
Rainy Day Reflections 