Rusty Finds Today, I’m sharing another great rusty find. As I mentioned in my post Someday, I’ve become fascinated with the old, rusty items that we just leave to decay. These items seem to have a determination to live on despite our disregard. Yes, I know I’m talking about things – not people. Still, I’d … Continue reading
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Someday
I’ve recently found myself photographing old, decaying, rusty items such as this old car. My eye just seems to be drawn to these old things. I love to imagine the history and stories behind the items. First of all, it always amazes me that the items can survive for so long when they’ve long been … Continue reading
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
Crumbling History
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
Old Store Fronts — Chillicothe, Texas
Old Store Fronts in Chillicothe, Texas Monochrome Madness Challenge Traveling on Texas Highway 287 from Amarillo to Dallas you see many old buildings in the small towns you pass through. Stories of days gone by are hidden in the walls of these crumbling old buildings. Wouldn’t it be great if some of these buildings were … Continue reading