Sunset Tonight I sat at the beach and watched as the sun colored the sky with the last rays of light. I almost missed the colors because I thought the clouds were blocking the sun too much. Tonight’s sunset wasn’t the bright orange we often see. Yet, the colors floating across the sky brought beauty … Continue reading
“Our happiest moments as tourists always seem to come when we stumble upon one thing while in pursuit of something else -Lawrence Block There was so much to look at as we were driving on the Ocoee Scenic Byway in Tennessee. I didn’t pay much attention to the other side of the highway because it … Continue reading
“Look at everything always as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time: Thus is your time on earth filled with glory.” ― Betty Smith, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn Fabulous sunsets are one of the perks of living at the lake. Our house isn’t located on the lake; but … Continue reading
Among the Trees The gray clouds on this sunless day cast a beautiful, blue hue over the mountains. Even with all the clouds, we were able to enjoy an awe inspiring scenic drive on Colorado Highway 67 out of Woodland Park, Colorado. The Rocky Mountains The Rocky Mountains are a major mountain range in western … Continue reading
Caddo Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes I’ve ever visited. The giant Cypress Trees grow right out of the water and are so impressive in size. In the fall, some trees are covered with colorful leaves, others have bare branches and some still have green leaves. The variety makes for a colorful reflection on … Continue reading
Most wooden windmills have been replaced by the modern metal versions; so I was thrilled to see this one in New Mexico.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
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
Rainy Day Reflections 