White-tailed Deer, February 26, 2022

Lee County, Mississippi, USA, February 19, 2022

Always Stop, Look, and Listen at railroad crossings!

But please don't stop on the tracks!

Have a great weekend!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"Know ye that the Lord he is God; it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise. Be thankful unto Him and bless His name. For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting; and His truth endures to all generations" Psalm 100:3-5

"Cast all your cares upon Him, for He cares for you" 1 Peter 5:7

Mural: Tishomingo, September 13, 2021

Monday Mural and Our World Tuesday

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Tishomingo, Mississippi, USA, August 6, 2021

It was a cloudy day when we were in town. I meant to go back on a sunny day, but it has been over a month now, so here goes with the cloudy day photos.

The Bible verse on the sign is John 13:34 "Love each other as I have loved you."

Independence Day celebration

The town gets its name from an important Native American Indian: Chief Tishomingo.

The railroad was key to the early development of the town and is still important today.

The old Tishomingo Agricultural High School

The Swinging Bridge is a pedestrian bridge at Tishomingo State Park. It is supported by steel cables and yes, it does sway a bit as you walk across it.

Produced by Tony Bullard Art © 2017. Sponsored by the Tishomingo Historical and Genealogical Society.

Have a wonderful week!

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"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." John 3:16

"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." Psalms 23:1

Monday Murals: Train, August 23, 2021

Monday Murals and Through My Lens

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Baldwyn, Mississippi, USA, August 5, 2021

I could not find the name of the artist who painted this mural on a concrete retaining wall near the railroad tracks in Baldwyn.

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A view of the area from the stage that is used for concerts and other community events.

I hope you have a wonderful week!

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Monday Mural, July 22, 2019

Monday Mural and Through My Lens

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, July 6, 2019

This 12 X 35 feet mural, painted by MJ Torrecampo and Lujan Perez, honors our native American Indian heritage. Piominko and Tishominko (Tishomingo) were leaders of the Chickasaw Nation when United States citizens moved into the area in the late 1700s. Mississippi became a state in 1817. The Magnolia blooms represent Mississippi's state flower, and Tupelo is the crossroads for two major railroads, BNSF and GM&O. (The tree on the sidewalk is a Crepe Myrtle).

Tupelo was incorporated in 1870, and the arrow is a copy of the "First TVA City" sign. (Tupelo was the first city to receive electric power from the Tennessee Valley Authority in 1934).

Have a wonderful week!

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Willy Nilly Friday, March 22, 2019

Willy Nilly Friday 5, Sky Watch Friday,
and on Saturday, Saturday's Critters, and I'd Rather B Birdin'

1. Sunshine! (Sky Watch Friday)

Baldwyn, Mississippi, USA, March 16, 2019

The sun is shining, trees are budding, birds are singing!

Common Starling aka European Starling, Sturnus vulgaris

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2. Good Food!

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, March 6, 2019

At Taziki's Mediterranean Café: Mediterranean Salad with Grilled Salmon - mixed lettuces with garbanzo beans, roasted red peppers, red onions, diced tomatoes, roasted pecans, feta cheese, and char-grilled Atlantic salmon. The pita bread was delicious, and I tried two salad dressings. The dark one, balsamic vinaigrette, was tart; the lighter one, a Greek dressing, was milder. Every bite was absolutely delicious!

3. Train

Lee County, Mississippi, USA, March 7, 2019

Well now, is the train coming or going?
*Answer below

4. Warm-up Exercise (Saturday's Critters)

Canada Goose, Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, March 20, 2019

To increase your strength and flexibility, stand on one leg and s-t-r-e-t-c-h!

5. Cedar Waxwings (I'd Rather B Birdin')

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, March 18, 2019

You have to look closely to see these two Cedar Waxwings, Bombycilla cedrorum, eating berries.

Have a wonderful weekend!

*The train is going away. The red engine is pulling the grey engine.

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Willy Nilly Friday, December 21, 2018

Willy Nilly Friday 5, Sky Watch Friday, Floral Friday Fotos
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1. Winter Sky (Sky Watch Friday)

Sunset, Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, December 18, 2018

Night comes early at this time of the year, but now that we have reached the Winter Solstice (today December 21st), we will begin to gain a minute or two of daylight each day until we reach the Summer Solstice in June.

2. Working on the Railroad

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, December 12, 2018

Work crews are replacing old worn-out ties on the Kansas City Southern Railroad.

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3. Amaryllis (Floral Friday Fotos)

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, December 19, 2018

My 'Red Lion' Amaryllis bulb put up two bloom stalks. The first blooms opened on December 4th (four flowers). Now the second stalk is blooming. These two blooms are lighter in color and more delicate looking than the first blooms, but beautiful nonetheless.

4. Thirty Seconds: Three Birds (Saturday's Critters and I'd Rather B Birdin')

Red-breasted Nuthatch, Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, December 13, 2018

These three bird photos were made within a 30 second time frame at one of my feeders.

female Northern Cardinal

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Tufted Titmouse with a sunflower seed in its bill

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5. Good Food!

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, December 15, 2018

At a community Christmas party last Saturday I won a large bag of apples. You can be sure that apple pie will be on our Christmas menu!

Have a wonderful day!

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Merry Christmas!

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Engine # 7935, September 11, 2017

Monday Mural, Through My Lens, and Ruby Tuesday Too

Corinth, Mississippi, USA, September 2, 2017

Union Pacific Railroad Engine # 7935

"God bless America, land that I love!
Stand beside Her, and guide Her
Through the night with a light from Above."

- Irving Berlin

I hope you have a wonderful week!

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Short Train, January 21, 2016

Kansas City Southern Train, Lee County, Mississippi, USA, January 19, 2016

One of the shortest trains I have ever seen, but interesting nonetheless.

Who are these artists that display their talent on railroad cars?

Have a great day!

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A is for Amory July 17, 2013

This post is for:
ABC Wednesday, Outdoor Wednesday, and Water World Wednesday
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A is for Amory, Mississippi, USA.

Located in northeast Mississippi, Amory's population was 7,316 at the 2010 census.

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Covered sidewalks along Main Street make shopping easy, rain or shine.

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There are always flags along Main Street in celebration of various holidays.

This month's flags are for Independence Day.

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Bill's Hamburgers are famous throughout the area.

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Get your lunch 'to-go, carry-out' and enjoy it at McAlpine Lake.

This small lake near downtown Amory is very peaceful and relaxing to visit.

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The highlight of the community's activities is the annual Railroad Festival at Frisco Park.

Have a Wonderful Wednesday!

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Green Market Day for May 2013

Welcome to the Corinth Crossroads! 

Corinth, Mississippi, was founded  in 1853 where two railroads crossed:

The Mobile and Ohio Railroad and The Memphis and Charleston Railroad.
The city was originally named Cross City, but the name was soon changed to Corinth.

The Crossroads Museum contains
American Indian artifacts, railroad history displays, aviation memorabilia,
and relics from the American Civil War.

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This more modern day caboose (built in 1970) is open for tours

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On the first Saturday of each month, April to November,
the Crossroads is transformed into The Green Market
 for local farmers, gardeners, craftsmen, and artisans to sell their wares.
(There is a regular Farmer's Market elsewhere in the city, too).

It was too early in the year for fresh home-grown vegetables,

but there was still plenty of locally produced food for sale.
In a nearby booth, a beekeeper was selling honey.

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The many craft booths added bright colors to the day.
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A local artisan produces lovely pottery!

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Several booths had plants for sale.
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And even if you don't have a green thumb, you can still have flowers!
The artist will add a name or phrase to personalize them.

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I hope you are having a beautiful day!

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