Sky Watch Friday

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, May 10, 2024

We had cloudy skies for our trip to Pickwick Lock and Dam on the Tennessee River last Friday.

We enjoy watching the river traffic. Ingram Barge Company's 'John F. Secrest' was pushing its barges into the Lock on its way upstream towards Florence, Alabama.

Happy Friday!

I am linking in today with Skywatch Friday

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believes 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

Sky Wach Friday

Tennessee River, Hardin County, Tennessee, USA, November 7, 2023

The boat with its barges is Tennessee Valley Towing's "David R. Hill."

Happy Friday!

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

Tennessee River

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, October 17, 2023

I am thankful that we live within easy driving distance of the Tennessee River. There are always interesting things to see, and we especially enjoy watching the river traffic.

This is Ingram Barge Company's "Evey T" exiting the Lock at Pickwick Dam going downstream towards Kentucky Lake. I could not tell for sure, but I think its 15 barges are loaded with either sand or gravel.
(3 barges across and 5 barges long)

Have a Blessed Day!

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

Tennessee River

Thankful Thursday and Little Things Thursday

Tennessee River near Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, June 6, 2023

I am thankful we live within easy driving distance of the Tennessee River. There are several excellent places to eat lunch, and we enjoy watching the river traffic.

This is Tennessee Valley Towing's "Addi Belle" pushing its barges upriver towards Pickwick Lock and Dam.

Have a blessed day!

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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

Sky Watch Friday

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, May 14, 2023

We had beautiful sunny skies last Sunday for our trip to Pickwick Lock and Dam on the Tennessee River. The balls attached to the electric power lines make the lines more visible to airplanes.

The boat with its barges is Tennessee Valley Towing's "White Wing."

Happy Friday!

I am linking in today with Skywatch Friday

"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

Sky Watch Friday

Tennessee River near Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, March 26, 2023

We had beautiful sunny skies for our trip to Tennessee last Sunday.

The boat with its barges is the "Olive Parker" owned by Parker Towing Company of Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Happy Friday!

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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

My Corner of the World

Hardin County, Tennessee, USA, February 7, 2023

A couple of times a month we make the hour-long drive to the Tennessee River. There are several very good restaurants in the area, and we enjoy watching the river traffic.

This boat with its barges is the "Ozzie" owned by the Ingram Barge Company.

Have a wonderful day!

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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

Sky Watch Friday, June 10, 2022

Tennessee River near Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, June 5, 2022

We had beautiful blue skies when we went to Hagy's Catfish Hotel Restaurant for lunch last Sunday. The food is excellent, and you can watch the river traffic from the dining room!

The boat is Tennessee Valley Towing's "Addi Belle" pushing its barges upstream towards Pickwick Lock and Dam on the Tennessee River.

Happy Friday!

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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

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Sky Watch Friday, April 22, 2022

Tennessee River, Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, April 15, 2022

There was only a little bit of blue sky showing behind the clouds when we were at Pickwick last Friday. Near the bend of the river, you can see...

... Ingram's "Evey T" pushing empty barges upriver.

We stood on the riverbank to watch its approach to the lock at Pickwick Dam. On the far side of the river are the campgrounds that are open again after being closed during the Winter.

Happy Friday!

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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

Sky Watch Friday, April 8, 2022

Pickwick Lake, Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, April 3, 2022

We have had very nice Spring weather this week, but near freezing temperatures with frost are in the weekend's forecast.

The boat pushing its barges near the far shore of Pickwick Lake is Marquette Transportation's "Jonathan Erickson." The white birds on the water are Gulls, and the darker birds are Cormorants.

Happy Friday!

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NOTE: Please do not use my photos without my permission.

"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

Sky Watch Friday, April 1, 2022

Tennessee River near Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, March 27, 2022

We had sunshine for our trip to Tennessee last Sunday, but the wind was cold.

The "Britney Lee" was pushing empty barges downstream on the Tennessee River.

Happy Friday!

I am linking in today with Skywatch Friday

NOTE: Please do not use my photos without my permission.

"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

Sky Watch Friday, February 11, 2022

Tennessee River, Hardin County, Tennessee, USA, February 6, 2022

We have had beautiful blue skies every day this week!

The Tennessee River is an hour's drive northeast of us, and there is always something interesting to see.

The boat is the "George King" owned by Marquette Transportation. It was built in 1976 in St. Louis, Missouri, and is 138 feet long, and 44 feet wide.

Have a wonderful 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

Sky Watch Friday, August 27, 2021

Sky Watch Friday and The Weekend in Black and White

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Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, August 20, 2021

The late afternoon sun gave a warm glow to Pickwick Lock and Dam on the Tennessee River when we were there last Friday. We drove across the bridge (the very top of the structure) and along the other side of the river.

After we crossed the river, I turned to face directly into the sun to get this photo for The Weekend in Black and White.

After a few minutes the boat was near where I was standing. It was the 'Roger L Knight' owned by Tennessee Valley Towing. If you look across the river, you can see the rocky shore near the dam where I made the first photo. The red balls in the sky are attached to the electric power lines to make the lines more visible to airplanes.

I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

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Sky Watch Friday, August 6, 2021

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Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, July 30, 2021

When we were in Tennessee last Friday the temperatures were in the mid 90s F (35 C), but this week has been cooler - the mid 80s (30 C). We have had clouds, but no rain this week.

This is the 'Harley Hall' owned by Tennessee Valley Towing going upstream on the Tennessee River towards Pickwick Dam.

And then a little while later, we saw going downstream towards the Ohio River the 'Ray S' owned by Enterprise Marine Services of Houston, Texas.

Sometimes we do not see any commercial traffic, even though we are there for several hours, so we were excited to see two boats with their barges within a half hour!

And in case you are wondering, when two boats with barges meet as these two did farther up the river, one of them stops and waits for the other to pass before it moves forward again.

I hope you have a beautiful day!

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Tennessee River, July 13, 2021

Through My Lens and Our World Tuesday

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Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, July 11, 2021

We are blessed to live only an hour's drive from the Tennessee River. We always enjoy going there even on cloudy days like last Sunday.

There is always something interesting to see! This is the 'H J Dupre' operated by LeBeouf Brothers Towing of Broug, Louisiana. They specialize in transporting chemicals and petroleum products.

I hope you have a beautiful day!

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Willy Nilly Friday, February 14, 2020

Willy Nilly Friday 5, Sky Watch Friday, Signs 2,
and on Saturday, Saturday's Critters, and I'd Rather B Birdin'

1. Tennessee River (Sky Watch Friday)

Tennessee River at Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, February 9, 2020

When the rain stopped over the weekend, we went to lunch at Hagy's Catfish Hotel Restaurant where we can watch the river traffic as we eat.

The "Chip Lacy" was going north (downstream) on the Tennessee River towards the Ohio River.

Shiloh, Tennessee , USA, February 9, 2020

When we were there on Sunday the Tennessee River was near to overflowing. By midweek the river water was completely covering the restaurant parking lot, but the restaurant itself is on higher ground and still dry.

2. Pepsi (Signs 2)

Miche, Tennessee, USA, February 9, 2020

an old faded sign: Pepsi, The Light Refreshment...

… on an old abandoned building

3. The Most Unusual Thing I Have Seen This Week

Hardin County, Tennessee, USA, February 9, 2020

If you ever wonder what happens to old school buses, here is one that has found a new life as a combo bus and flat bed truck!

4. Horses (Saturday's Critters)

Lee County, Mississippi, USA, February 8, 2020

This is the second time in a week that we have seen these horses out on the road. I am beginning to wonder if they have learned how to open the gate! You cannot see them in this photo, but several neighbors were there to help get the horses back into the pasture. We stopped our car and waited until the horses were past us before continuing down the road.

5. Cormorant (I'd Rather B Birdin')

Tennessee River, Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, February 9, 2020

After lunch on Sunday at Hagy's Catfish Hotel Restaurant, we drove a few miles upriver to Pickwick Dam. All the spillways were open in an effort to prevent flooding farther upriver. The water was coming through with such tremendous force that it looked like ocean waves coming ashore.

I did not expect to see any birds fishing in water that turbulent, but there was a Cormorant riding the waves! At least I think it was a cormorant. The constant motion of the water made it difficult to get a clear photo.

Have a wonderful day!

and

Happy Valentine's Day!

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Willy Nilly Friday, January 24, 2020

Willy Nilly Friday 5, Sky Watch Friday, Signs 2,
and on Saturday, Saturdays' Critters, and I'd Rather B Birdin'

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1. Sunny, but Cold (Sky Watch Friday)

Shiloh, Tennessee, USA, January 19, 2020

We have had so much rain that when we got a sunny day, off we went to eat at Hagy's Catfish Hotel on the Tennessee River. We like to get a table by the windows so we can watch the river traffic.

The "Harley Hall" owned by Tennessee Valley Towing. The water is high; usually there is a beach visible on the far shore.

2. Cafe (Signs 2)

Hardin County, Tennessee, USA, January 22, 2020

Whistlin' Dixie Trading Post and Café

They have a good crowd at lunchtime, but it was mid-afternoon when we passed by.

3. The Most Interesting Thing I Have Seen This Week

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, January 22, 2020

Ice in the trees on the banks of the Tennessee River (but no ice on the river itself).

4. Great Blue Heron (Saturday's Critters)

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, January 22, 2020

Do Critters try to hide from you and your camera like they try to hide from me?

5. Red-tailed Hawk (I'd Rather B Birdin')

Lee County, Mississippi, USA, January 17, 2020

Red-tailed Hawks, Buteo jamaicensis, can be found all across the North American continent.

Have a wonderful day!

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