Built in 1868, this house was destined for demolition in 1936. As the wrecking ball was in position to begin its destruction, concerned citizens gathered the $800 necessary to pay off the crew and get them to leave the historic home intact. Now it is a historic site over a century and a half old,Continue reading “Gundry House At Orchard Lawn”
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Deer Me Again and Again
This photo was taken through the window of our car as we passed by this doe while we were on vacation in Wisconsin. We saw many deer, some with developing antlers, several small fawns with spots, and of course this doe. While pretty to look at, they seemed to have trouble determining which side ofContinue reading “Deer Me Again and Again”
Sunrise Rays By Setting Moon
Rays from a soon-to-rise Sun appeared in the east and blazed all the way across to the western sky and the setting Moon. Another dawn treasure free to anyone fortunate enough to look at the right time. #sunrise #rays #moon
Say What?!?
Who could have ever thought it would come to this? (Both photos from Mineral Point, Wisconsin.) #telephone #wifi #cellphone
Ant Lips
Well, this anthill looks sort of like lips, puckered up and ready to go. But ants don’t really have lips, they have mandibles that are sharp and venomous, which is why I really don’t want to kiss one.
Merrily Mildly Warily Wild
While in Wisconsin we saw many wild turkeys as well as deer and other wildlife along roads in the woodlands. Back home, while walking in our wooded neighborhood, we were treated again to a view of a turkey hen, with six of her young, traipsing and grazing their way across a lawn while keeping anContinue reading “Merrily Mildly Warily Wild”
Blue Bikes and Pink Surprise Lilies
What can be done with an old bicycle that is no longer used for riding? Here is an eye-catching example in the farmyard of my cousin in Illinois. All it takes is some imagination and a little paint. Of course, some nice surprise lilies add an unexpected accent to the colorful creation.
Silence of the Cannon
Silent for nearly 160 years, this relic of the Civil War stands guard over the Tennessee River. Historic photos show General Ulysses S. Grant not far from this site after the Battle of Lookout Mountain was over. The defeat of Confederate forces here opened a gateway into the deep south for the Union forces. TheContinue reading “Silence of the Cannon”
The Beauty of Exercise
While visiting with Fairy’s aunt in Illinois recently, the conversation turned to exercise and walking. Her aunt mentioned that her exercise was gardening, which she does daily, and encouraged us to see it. Not only is it a healthful activity, the results are beautiful. #exercise, #flowergarden
Inferno In the Middle
Start with a seven foot long hollow log, stand it upright, add paper, popped popcorn, and hot coals from the barbecue and what do you get? In this case a blazing beauty that resembles a flaming tiki. This was our recent treat at a family farm in Illinois, as we enjoyed good food, good wine,Continue reading “Inferno In the Middle”
Eskildoodle Photos and Feelings 