This is a Greater Yellowlegs on a log in the Potter Marsh south of Anchorage, Alaska. This is the breeding territory of the Yellowlegs.
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Light /
Two kinds of light here, the glow of the lamp from the lighthouse and the beautiful sunset behind the whole scene. This is the Bodie Island Light Station on the Outer Banks of NC.
Fall in the Smokies .2 /
There is a small stream that intersects Laurel Creek a short distance from Townsend, TN, called “Turnback Creek.” I am intrigued by the name but don’t know why it is called that. I have walked about a mile or so of the creek and then, turned back, perhaps, so have many others? I like to photograph along the creek, it is not crowded, actually, in three or four trips I have only ever seen one other person. So it is a pleasant place to pass some time enjoying the quiet and the sounds of the stream and forest. I took this shot two weeks ago.
Moving Faster /
Unlike the Pittsburgh Vintage Gran Prix that I attend and photograph, the races at the VIR are not restricted to smaller capacity engines. This vintage - gorgeous red, GT-40, was running fast up the long back straight. Hearing the big V-8’s wind out is still quite the experience.
Moving Fast /
This bright, mid-fifties, Triumph TR-3a at speed at Virginia International Raceway (VIR) near Danville, VA. This was taken on a “Historic” weekend. VIR is a great place to watch a race, nice facility and lots of excellent viewing spots.
Sunday Scripture: Photo is from Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, near Macon, GA /
Short Tunnel /
On the park road to Cades Cove you go through this short tunnel but the ridge is quite high, just narrow.
Andersonville Prison Cemetery /
“That we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain—that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom—and that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth.” …from Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address
Some of the 13,000 plus graves from the Union soldiers that died at Andersonville prison during the 15 months it was in operation. This is a real horror story. The memorial is to the Pennsylvania soldiers. My great-great-grandfather, George Leasure, was one of those imprisoned for 13 months. He survived the war but died rather young a few years later.
More Veggies (two photos) /
And more stalls at the Knoxville Farmers Market
Veggies! (two photos) /
A stroll around the Knoxville Farmers Market downtown.
Fall in the Smokies /
On Sunday I drove to the GSMNP for a couple of hours of photography. The weather was calling for rain by 4 and it came right on schedule. I was back in the car by then. I found two spots to shoot plus a tunnel. Always a great place to go. This photo is about 1/2 mile from the intersection where the road from Townsend hits the road to Cades Cove. Not a lot of water in the streams.
"Art in Motion" /
That is the catch phrase of the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park & Museum dedicated to preserving the legacy of folk artist Vollis Simpson and enriching the community through art, culture, and education. The park is located in downtown Wilson, NC and is open from 5am to midnight. You can see the art anytime from the street. It is fascinating to watch all the clever structures move and spin in the wind. Nice stop off I-95 if you need a break - and if you are driving long on 95 you do. I recommend you give it a whirl.
Sunday Scripture: Photo from Charleston, SC /
Busy Housekeeper /
This female Red-wing Blackbird was very active building a nest one spring on Jamestown Island, Virginia.
Tri-color Heron /
Same little pond near Charleston, SC, as Wednesday’s photo. Trying new software out!
What Year Is This??? /
Shot on the street near sunset in Elizabeth CIty, NC. A mid-thirty’s Cadillac. Was he or she visiting upstairs? Playing cards in the back room? In the store? Across the street at the bar?
Little Green Heron (with Crazy Hair) /
Found on a mudflat near Charleston, SC.
Alcove /
This creative person found a way to grow herbs, flowers and some veggies with no ground space at all. This was found along a street in Kirkwall, Scotland. And entertain her cat!
Two Balds - Must Be Heaven! /
This is Huckleberry Bald as seen from Hooper Bald on the Cherehala Skyway in Western NC.
