This was part of our view from the 15th floor at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Dallas. The Hyatt Regency is a great place to stay. We stayed in a Sunset Suite because it was suppose to be a room with a view. The suite had bay windows that really opened up the space. Unfortunately, … Continue reading
Fireworks have always amazed me. I love the magic of the bursting colors in the sky and the booming sounds that follow. The display seems even better when the fireworks are over a lake or in an echoing canyon. This Fourth of July, we were happy to watch from the edge of a boat dock … Continue reading
We spent a few hours watching the birds at the Hagerman Wildlife Refuge. Seeing this Great Egret flying was simply amazing. Just look at that wingspan. I’m no expert; but I believe he has the longest neck I’ve ever seen on an Egret. Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge is located on the Texas side of the … Continue reading
Pirate Island Classic Car Show in Collinsville, Texas Collinsville is a small, charming Texas town with roots dating back to the 1850s. They have a population of 1650, one high school and lots of Texas pride. They know how to throw a summer celebration. There was live music, food vendors, merchandise booths and a car … Continue reading
We were driving down Texas Highway 377 and lucked upon a Saturday celebration in Collinsville, Texas. There was live music, food vendors, merchandise booths and a car show. With roots dating back to the 1850s, Collinsville is a true small Texas town. They have a population of 1650, one high school and lots of Texas pride. … Continue reading
It’s not unusual to see cows and horses in pastures along the country roads of Texas. In fact, we pass these cows several times a week as we travel the country roads near our home. Even so, when I saw the calf, I just had to take a photo. As you can see, this momma … Continue reading
I found this old house on a road deep in Texas country. It was surrounded by a fence with trespassing signs marking its territory. I couldn’t help wondering why the house was left to crumble if it was important enough to warrant no trespassing signs. Once upon a time this house was a home and for … Continue reading
Springtime In Texas, tulips signal the beginning of springtime. I alway enjoy venturing to a tulip garden to help me get into the springtime mood. I found this tulip at the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens which is the perfect spot to enjoy tulips and spring flowers. I saw this little bee buzzing around the tulips … Continue reading
“Texas Blooms” is my entry for this week’s Monochrome Madness Challenge. The theme for this week is cultural. I had many ideas about photos I could take that would fit the theme. When you live near the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex the possibilities are endless. Cowboy Football Fans, Ranger Baseball Fans, NASCAR Fans, commuters, cowboys, … Continue reading
Frog Fountain (B & W) This is one of three frog fountains at the Dallas Arbotoreum and Botanical Gardens. These frogs are massive and very interesting to see. I love the texture on the statues and their color against the colorful gardens. I left the bench in the photo for size comparison. Frog Fountain Here’s the original … Continue reading
Rainy Day Reflections 