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More Walking in the Sunshine

I can't even tell you how long I just stood staring at this branch of maple leaves and the blue sky behind it.

And then there was the bark on this locust tree that captivated my attention.

I take a lot of random pictures by accident.

I often see these little library boxes, but I was of course delighted to see this one dedicated to poetry.

Residential streets were lined with these signs.

Remember when cars mostly looked like this?



I took a picture of this hedge because it was such a mish mash of trees and shrubs and vines but someone obviously spent time to  keep it clipped and trimmed.


Ducked down an alley way

I love doorways and windows.


The alley way brought me to the river that flows behind the town's main street.

A foot bridge crosses the river.


Where the Wild Things Are was reproduced in signs along the path.


And the path  lead to the Marble Works,

once actual marble works but now small shops.

An entire yard full of hydrangea at the museum.


On the way home later that evening the sunset was breathtaking but by the time I found a place to pullover the sun was already sinking fast.


But I saw this barn and silo.


Gotta be grateful for days filled with beautiful.

 

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  1. That maple tree looks gorgeous! I love your environment a lot.

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  2. Fall brings wonderful opportunities for beautiful photos. The sky never seems so blue!

    Take care and stay well.

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  3. What a delightful tour and thanks for taking us along. Loved the bold hints of Fall.

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  4. Uh oh... I just wrote something and it disappeared. I wonder what I pressed that goofed me up. I just wanted to thank you for sharing the scenes of your area. I’m glad you had a nice walk and healthy exercise.

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