Stunning architecture! You just don’t see buildings built like this anymore. This building has withstood the test of time!
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Category: Photograph
A bit quirky?
Fred and I have started doing something over the past few years… it might be odd, but we like it… we’re removed some paintings from their frames. Not that the frames were bad, it’s just that we have so many paintings, and after a while it seems like you’re looking at so many frames it becomes distracting. We’ve taken a few paintings out of frames and have hung just the canvas over the years, and love it.
On left wall from top to bottom: Tim Bell, Marc Hanson, Dan Corey
On wall in front of you starting at top left and going clockwise: David Kasman, Marlee Brown, Don Stone and Ted Tihansky
Nothing like great memories, and each and every one of our paintings have just that!
Catch you back here tomorrow!
Monhegan Photo…
Isn’t this stunning? Just look at those flowers against that magnificent sky.
This photo makes me smile! It’s kind of like when you were a kid, and you would plop down on the grass and watch the clouds… how cool is that?
Have a wonderful weekend! Catch you back here tomorrow!
Maine Photo… ah the peacefulness of it!
Yep. You instantly relax looking at the calm water and those beautiful lobster boats. What is it about the serenity of calm water? I would like to be here. Now. Also love the like hitting the shoreline, so pretty – Maine is stunning!
Catch you back here tomorrow!
Oh say can you see… Photo of the day…
Happy 4th of July, or more appropriately – Happy Independence Day! How many of you remember the words to the national anthem?
If you’re a little rusty, this is for you! Enjoy your day and I’ll catch you back here tomorrow!
Star Spangled Banner
O say can you see,
by the dawn’s early light,
what so proudly we hailed
at the twilight’s last gleaming,
whose broad stripes and bright stars,
through the perilous fight,
o’er the ramparts we watched,
were so gallantly streaming?
And the rocket’s red glare,
the bombs bursting in air,
gave proof through the night
that our flag was still there.
O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
o’er the land of the free
and the home of the brave?
O thus be it ever,
when freemen shall stand
between their loved homes
and the war’s desolation!
Blest with victory and peace,
may the heaven-rescued land
praise the Power that hath made
and preserved us a nation!
Then conquer we must,
when our cause it is just,
and this be our motto,
“In God we trust.”
And the star-spangled banner
in triumph shall wave
o’er the land of the free
and the home of the brave!
Words by Frances Scott Key, 1814
Charleston Photo – The Black Door
It is so much fun to bop around the Charleston streets and alleyways, you never know what you’ll see!
All the different layers and textures are amazing… the architecture is stunning!
Catch you back here tomorrow!
You may have noticed I have been posting photos this week – back to normal posting next week! b.
Charleston Gate Photo – The Workmanship is Amazing!
Look at the skill and workmanship that went into making this beautiful gate, I’m not sure who the blacksmith was? When you stroll around Charleston, SC the beauty is evident everywhere you look. We have wonderful craftsman that have created some beautiful things, all of which add to the charm of this great city. Phillip Simmons was the famous Charleston blacksmith that created many works of beauty until his death in 2009. Iron gates live on forever… a testament to his passion and skill.
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You may have noticed I have been posting photos this week – back to normal posting next week! b.
Talk about peaceful!
Photo Credit: Joe Fidler (Thanks Dad!!)
Peaceful, huh? The fog rolled in, and suddenly the beautiful view on the St. Clair River (in Michigan) was g-o-n-e ! But not for long. Fog is like that, which is amazing to watch. We really noticed it when we were in Maine the first time. Sitting by the harbor having dinner outside with another island in full view, suddenly *POOF* the island was gone, then the water was gone and all you saw was fog. Sudden.
I love weather, so I’m always happy when there is something different (anything!)… weather that stays the same gets boring ;)
Good photo dad (I cannot take credit for this one)!
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You may have noticed I have been posting photos this week – back to normal posting next week! b.
Port Clyde Cairns… Feel your shoulders fall away from your ears…
Years ago we rented the most wonderful cottage in Port Clyde, Maine. It was situated on the ocean, actually, rather close to the ocean. There were several cairns (sets of rocks stacked high) – I think they’re so peaceful. Some people used them as markers since way back in time. On the cottage porch railing they just looked so nice. They calm your thoughts… or perhaps that was the ocean. I want to go back, and never leave. That cottage is no longer available to rent. We feel fortunate to have rented it a few times. It was like a movie set… stunning, especially the time spent around the wonderful fireplace! It was a rustic cottage (no heat), and just a short walk to Marshall Point Lighthouse or the Port Clyde General Store!
If you build some of these along the coast, or anywhere else, be sure to knock them down after you’ve enjoyed them… part of the LEAVE NO TRACE movement to leave nature as it is, and to have only the true trail markers left behind…
To see more photos of the inside of the cottage (rustic), click HERE…
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Show me the way to Lobster Cove!
Monhegan, Maine. The most wonderful place in the world! Beauty as far as the eye can see. Good friends from years past. Hiking trails that lead you to the most remarkable areas. I could take photos there forever!
If you haven’t been there before, click on the links for more info… the Island Inn is our “home away from home” (I like to call it)… there is something familiar and wonderful about it. It’s filled with wonderful memories, and memories still to be made, more people to meet and food that I dream about until the next year!
Usually on Monday’s I post a Featured Artist, that will continue next week – This week I am posting photos! Enjoy!
Catch you back here tomorrow!
Charleston photo… Grand oak trees and Spanish moss…
Spanish moss hanging in the old oak trees… stunning! Sometimes a little erie, ha ha. I think it adds a bit to the gracefulness of these trees.
I have heard people say that it will choke the tree and the tree will suffer. I have read that’s not true, whew! It lives independently of the tree, it just uses the tree for support! Nature is so interesting… unless it ‘s a bug, my opinion ;)!
Catch you back here tomorrow!
It’s so nice to have help in the kitchen!
Charlie. My faithful companion… well, at least when I’m cutting up veggies. He never misses a beat. He can be in a deep sleep, and when I reach for the cutting board his head lifts… when I open the drawer to pick a knife *BAM* there he is, right by my side.
I know I have mentioned that Charlie can’t have regular dog treats (or regular food). He had pancreatitis (a few years ago) and we almost lost him. So the beast (I say that lovingly) is on special (ultra low fat) food, and no more treats… well, the old fashioned ones (I used to bake him peanut butter oatmeal cookies which he loved), now days instead of “making cookies”, we “make carrots” – I cut the baby carrots in half and he is thrilled. Frozen green beans are another daily treat with cucumber, tiny bit of broccoli, kale, loves lettuce, the crunchier the better, so there are options and he is thrilled.
Catch you back here tomorrow!
Happy Father’s Day… from Charlie (woof)!
This portion of the post is written by Charlie the wonder dog!
Dear Dad,
Happy Father’s Day! Thank you for bringing me home all those years ago, even though I had very big feet for a Jack Russell… and the fact that I didn’t like you at first, not just you, any male… I was so scared (just look at my ears) – I can’t talk about it, but you saved me… and you’re my hero!
Even when I may have been a little bit bad, you usually laugh at me first, which fills my heart with joy…
You’re fun! You take me through creepy trails and we have fun getting close to critters that move fast!!
You walk me all the time, and we go on adventures and have a blast!
Thank you for showing me the sprinkler… I am so grateful. Oh, and for driving a kiddie pool all the way from Michigan to South Carolina so I would have my very own place to get cool, you know, for the times, when the sprinkler just doesn’t cut it!
The best part of my dad is when I know you’re almost home! I wait patiently…
You’re a very cool dad, and I think about how lucky I am to have you in my life!!
Love,
Charlie
Back to Barbara here:
Me and my dad…
Fred and his dad…
I would like to say Happy Father’s Day to both of our dads. We are so fortunate to be blessed with the two best dads on Earth. I just wish mine was closer :)
Love you dad(s)!
xoxo,
me
Catch you back here tomorrow!
Hard to come up with words…
Tragedy strikes. Lives are lost. The community pulled together. I am so proud to live in Charleston, SC. An event that could have divided our city has instead made it stronger. I have seen a difference in the way people treat each other, and it is absolutely amazing! Our hearts all break for the friends and families who lost loved ones. The fact that it happened in a church just made it more horrific. These will not be easy times for the families, the church, the community, but we need to continue to pull together and be there for each other… Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers.
Want to help? From the Charleston-SC.gov website – they are taking donations – details are below.
*If you cannot help financially, just keep on with your thoughts and prayers!
Thank YOU!
Donations for Mother Emanuel Church
For those who want to respond to the tragic event that occurred on June 17th at the Mother Emanuel Church, we ask donors to give in one of two ways:
By using the Mother Emanuel Hope Fund
This city’s fund will provide direct financial support for the funeral and burial expenses of the nine victims of the senseless tragedy. Any funds remaining after the funeral and burial expenses are paid will be donated directly to the Emanuel AME Church for use as determined by its governance board. Donations to this fund are not tax-deductible. These denotations can be made in one of two ways ….1. By sending a check to
Mother Emanuel Hope Fund
c/o City of Charleston
Post Office Box 304
Charleston, SC 294022. By stopping by any Wells Fargo Bank nationwide and making a donation to the Fund.3. Texting ‘prayforcharleston’ to 843-606-5995 or go to www.bidr.co/prayforcharleston.
Mother Emanuel Hope Fund
c/o City of Charleston
Post Office Box 304
Charleston, SC 294022. By stopping by any Wells Fargo Bank nationwide and making a donation to the Fund.3. Texting ‘prayforcharleston’ to 843-606-5995 or go to www.bidr.co/prayforcharleston.
Lowcountry Ministries – Reverend Pinckney Fund
This Fund will be administered by the Palmetto Project (a South Carolina non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of South Carolians). 100% of the funds donated will be used in this community to support local initiatives serving his home church, vulnerable populations and youth projects that Reverend Pinckney was so passionate about. Decisions on the use of these funds will be made a task force of stakeholders made up of a member or members of Reverend Pinckney’s family, colleagues, representatives from Emanuel AME Church and other members of our community selected for their specific expertise. These donations will be tax deductible. Donations can be made by ….1. By sending a check to
Lowcountry Ministries – Reverend Pinckney Fund
c/o The Palmetto Project
6296 Rivers Avenue #100
North Charleston, SC 294062. Or by donating online at the following web site – www.palmettoproject.org
Lowcountry Ministries – Reverend Pinckney Fund
c/o The Palmetto Project
6296 Rivers Avenue #100
North Charleston, SC 294062. Or by donating online at the following web site – www.palmettoproject.org
PS/ some of you received this email yesterday… My apologies… operator error!
Until tomorrow…
Charleston Photo: A stunning walk…
I took this a few weeks ago. We’re walking along, early to beat the sun… we turned down a street in the neighborhood and look at this! The lone pine tree standing so tall against the bright sky with the sun peeking through the horizon… the dramatic trail of the airplane against the brilliant blue sky.
STUNNING!
Catch you back here tomorrow!
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