B&W: Fountain, July 7, 2018

Savannah, Tennessee, USA, June 30, 2018

The Tennessee Street Park fountain helps to make a hot Summer day feel a little bit cooler.

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Willy Nilly Friday, July 6, 2018

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

1. Pickwick Lake (Sky Watch Friday)

Pickwick, Tennessee, USA, July 4, 2018

On Wednesday we went to the Pickwick Inn Restaurant for their lunch buffet. The food was good (I had fried chicken, green beans, corn on the cob, a small green salad, and spice cake), and we had a great view of the lake from our table.

And we were entertained by a cute squirrel on the balcony just outside the restaurant windows.

A closer look at the picnic and swimming areas. Even with mostly cloudy skies, the temperature rose to 95F (35C). I was glad I was eating inside instead of out there at one of the picnic tables!

2. Good Food! - Outback Steakhouse

Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, June 24, 2018

Due to a mix-up in the kitchen, I got a larger serving of ribs than usually comes on the Drover's Ribs and Chicken Platter at Outback Steakhouse. BBQ Ribs, BBQ Chicken, Steamed Vegetables with Honey-mustard Dipping Sauce, and Honey Wheat Bushman Bread.

3. The Most Interesting Thing I have Seen This Week

Colbert County, Alabama, USA, July 2, 2018

Walking along beside the Tennessee River near Wilson Dam, I was surprised to see a tree growing from a crevice in the rock cliff. The 'Dangerous Waters' sign is to warn boats to stay away from the dam. The hanging greenery on the right side of the photo is Trumpet Vines.

4. Butterfly (Saturday's Critters)

Colbert County, Alabama, USA, July 2, 2018

As I was getting back in the car after our walk along the Tennessee River, a Hackberry Emperor Butterfly, Asterocampus celtis, landed on my arm.

These friendly little butterflies are attracted to the salt and other minerals in human sweat. I had to shoo it off before I got into the car!

5. Great Egret (Weekend Reflections and I'd Rather B Birdin')

Itawamba County, Mississippi, USA, July 2, 2018

I saw this Great Egret, Ardea alba, in a slough as we drove along the highway. My dear husband turned the car around and drove down a service road so I could get photos.

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Great Blue Heron, July 5, 2018

Little Things Thursday,
and on Saturday, I'd Rather B Birdin'

Great Blue Heron, Colbert County, Alabama, USA, July 2, 2018

Today I am thankful for large birds that stand perfectly still so I can get a good photo!
The wall in the background is part of Wilson Dam on the Tennessee River.

Have a blessed day!

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Independence Day, July 4, 2018

Our World Tuesday and All Seasons

Veterans Park, Tupelo, Mississippi, USA, July 3, 2018

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Happy Birthday America!

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U-Haul Mural, July 2, 2018

Monday Mural and Through My Lens

Oxford, Mississippi, USA, June 18, 2018

a Venture Across Canada mural brought to you by U-Haul.
"Did you know... A domed bog in Delta is home to plants and animals that are not normally found in the lowland regions of British Columbia. What makes Burns Bog a rare and globally unique ecosystem?"

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The Barn Collective, July 1, 2018

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, June 21, 2018

We have been blessed with sufficient rain to keep the pastures green. And a darkening sky makes them look even greener!
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Your bird for today is...

Prentiss County, Mississippi, USA, May 30, 2018

...a male Northern Cardinal, Cardinalis cardinalis. I have read that Cardinals raise their crests when they are more alert or alarmed. A lowered crest means they feel safe and comfortable.

Have a blessed day!

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