Sutter and Riley

Sutter Street has gone through many changes since the 1850s. I’m quite interested in the story behind this building, located in Historic Folsom on the corner of Sutter and Riley streets. The green building in the background is the Folsom Hotel; its history is easier to dig up (I plan to post about that in the near future). But Google […]

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I’m just standing here, reflecting

It’s always a treat to spot a Great Blue Heron, and even better to get a decent picture. I spotted this one just upstream from the Lake Natoma Crossing in July 2014. According to my Peterson Field Guide to Birds, at 4 feet tall these graceful waders are the second largest long-legged bird in the West (after the Sandhill Crane).

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Let’s play!

The theme for Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge this week is Teddy Bears, Dolls, Toys. Toys of all sorts for both girls and boys as well as big boys and girls (meaning adults) are all allowed in this weeks challenge.  See how creative you can get on this challenge.  Have fun with this challenge.

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Sunny days

We are about to enter a big heat wave, so any walking I’m doing will be early in the morning. Not too many people about — which is nice — but still plenty of bright, cheerful flowers to keep me company. Can’t really complain about that.

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Setting the table

The theme of Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge this week is Dishes, Pots, Pans, Silverware. I just need to see Dishes, silverware or pots and pans.  The everyday items we use for cooking and eating.   See how creative you can get on this challenge.  Have fun with this challenge. I took myself on a mini scavenger hunt last week in […]

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Historic teacups

The theme of Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge this week is Glasses, Cups, Saucers. I know your first question is, do I have to take all photos in my home an the answer is no your photos can be taken anywhere.  I just need to see glasses, cups and saucers this week. The Chinese certainly played an important role in the […]

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