These wind generators were just being installed when I took this photo. The giant size of the generators fascinates me.– Notice the size of the cattle and the pickup next to the wind generators. According to National Wind Watch, the most widely used wind generator consists of 116-ft blades atop a 212-ft tower for a total … Continue reading
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Old Texas Store Fronts
These fabulous old buildings can be found in Chillicothe, Texas. The buildings are crumbling and falling down now; but once were part of the flourishing downtown businesses. In 1950, the population of Chillicothe was 1411, but had declined to around 680 by 2013. Unfortunately, businesses had to close as people moved. Usually, the buildings remain empty for years until … Continue reading
Bridge at Fair Park — Childress, Texas
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
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
Uncooperative
These clouds were amazing. There were rain clouds all around and just this one white cloud. It looked like the white cloud was pushing up out of the darker blue clouds and refusing to join the storm. — Taken in the Texas Panhandle while driving down Highway 287. Check out the Sound of … Continue reading