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
Category Archives: Random Thoughts
Reflections and life, scrapping and ….
Curiosity
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
Blue Skies and Wheat Fields
This year’s summer wheat looks beautiful in the fields under the blue skies. Texas summers are known for gorgeous blue skies filled with fluffy white clouds. The golden summer wheat seems to glimmer in the sun as you drive by the fields. I know nothing about farming; but I think this year’s wheat crops look … Continue reading
Lake Life
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
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
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
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
Be Soft. Do Not Let the World…
Word Crush Wednesday Quote Challenge I’ve always been a collector of quotes. I like quotes that speak to me about life, that encourage and motivate. I’m often told that I’m too much of a “Pollyanna” and that I don’t really see the true world. It is true that I try to overlook the bad and focus … Continue reading
15 Reasons Retiring Early Worked For Me
re·tire·ment noun 1. the action or fact of leaving one’s job and ceasing to work. I was privileged to spend 24 years working as a teacher and school librarian. Even though we liked our jobs; my hubby and I decided about 15 years ago we wanted to retire early. We wanted to enjoy life, travel … Continue reading
Rainy Day Reflections 