Hometown Heros...

The town in which I grew up (just a mere 21 miles from where I reside now), recently took on a very ambitious project.

It was their mission to create a flag-type banner to honor local military personnel (living or deceased), which would be displayed on each and every lamppost along Main Street and also along the new Parkway, skirting the Susquehanna River.

The response was unbelievable and the sight is awesome!

Yesterday, as I was driving along the south end of Main Street, heading for home, tears filled my eyes when I saw the flags honoring my Dad and Brother.



Dad passed away in 2003. I miss him terribly and I still ask him for advice... and he appeared yesterday when I least expected it.

John is my mentor, even though he lives hundreds of miles away. His advice and love has gotten me through some pretty rough patches in my life.

Semper Fi.

OO-RAH!
Bobbie

Time Out...

Game Camera Shots...

This mother and her twins are often seen around our area.




Even though the pictures from the game camera aren't in color, they give a closer look at the Deer Family than I can get with my simple Nikon-ish zoom!

Hope you enjoy seeing the wildlife that I see almost daily.

Meaning of Yellow...

The color of the sun, yellow gives us a feeling of:

Joy.
Clarity.
Happiness.


Cheer.
Energy.
Brightness.


Sunshine.
Creativity.
Friendliness.


Hope.
Optimism.
Inspiration.


Hope all your days are filled with yellow!

Barb:-)

Reds for Ruby Tuesday...

Immediately after snapping a picture of this wild raspberry, I plucked it from the stem and devoured it's sweetness.

After all, it would take only another 100 of them to make a pie and the bushes weren't that loaded!


Now, this is what I call a loaded bush! It's growing next to the local bank in town and appears to be basking in a substantial return on it's IRA (Initial Red Appearance)!


Thanks to Mary at Work of the Poet for hosting Ruby Tuesday. You'll find many subjects of red over there, so don't forget to check them out when you get the chance.

Have a beautiful Ruby Tuesday, everyone!
I leave you with...



Barb:-)

Favorite Place...

As much as I fussed about the recent purchase of The Tiny Tiller, I'll have to admit that it was a good idea.

It has made life a whole lot easier for the Chief, now that his tomato and potato plants have gone crazy with all the rain that we've had! No weeds... just beautiful, healthy veggies, row upon row.

I love sitting here at this little table with my coffee and look out over the garden, knowing that it won't be long before there will be fresh tomato sandwiches, zucchini and eggplant for casseroles, squash to fry, and lettuce, radishes and cucumbers for many delicious salads.

My mouth waters as I type!


And the sky overhead... How beautiful is that?

Fuzz, Frog, & Flowers...

I'm feeling a little sad for these wee ones!


Their mother built their home on top of the air conditioner, and even though they may have remained dry through the recent storms, their little brains must get scrambled when the conditioner is running! The noise and vibration has to be pretty intense at times!


Today, while putting algae treatment in my garden ponds, I nearly stepped on this poor little guy.


Is it any wonder? His outstanding camouflage nearly cost him his life!

Daisies and Yarrow grow in wild abandonment along country roads.

July 4th ~ more than hotdogs and beer...

Today, I received this in an e-mail and thought it was well worth passing on. There was no credit given the artist and that is sad, as they are wonderful beyond words.

There were several more exquisitely painted feathers, but I chose these, because I thought they were appropriate to represent our Independence Day.


The following story left a lump in my throat:

After a devastating fire in Yellowstone National Park, Forest Rangers were sent out to assess the damage caused by the inferno.

One Ranger found a bird perched at the base of a tree, it's small body literally petrified in ashes. Upon further investigation, he moved it's scorched body and three tiny chicks scurried out from underneath their dead mother's wing.

The mother bird had been keenly aware of the impending danger and had gathered her babies together to protect them. When the blaze came and the heat scorched her body, she remained steadfast...

Because she had been willing to die, so those under her wing would live.
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With corruption at an all-time high, both at higher and lower government levels, at least we can be grateful to our Military for providing us with their endless protection. I, for one, am glad to be under their wing.

I challenge anyone who believes differently.

Seriously.

Enjoy your Independence today, and every day.

And give credit, where credit is due.

Barb:-)

An Award from Ontario...

Just when you think your chin can't get any closer to the floor and your self-confidence has gone by the way of the wind:

Along comes a total stranger, whom you've only met through the internet world of blogging, and bestowes upon you, an award for having a Beautiful Blog!

Oh my...
I feel so special...
To have received this Award...
Thank-you, Beverley, from Ontario...

If you're a Blogger and have discovered some pretty awesome blogs that you enjoy reading, please pass the Award on to them. I'm sure they will be as pleased to receive it as I was.

Don't forget to post the Beautiful Blog Award on your side-bar and include a link back to the Blogger-friend who sent it to you.

Also...
Leave each of them a comment to let them know how much they deserve this special recognition.

These Ladies rock!
They are an inspiration to me, each one in their own way. They all deserve the Beautiful Blog Award!

Check them out...
You'll be impressed!

1. Gayle
2. Terry
3. Sarah
4. Becky
5. Brandi
6. Tabitha
7. Caroline
8. Stephanie

Have a beautiful day, each and every one!