The Winter Landscape

April 6, 2024 ~ Beth ~ 4 Comments

Pioneer Memorial Library, Fredericksburg, Texas During the brutal heat of the Summer of 2023 I boldly stated that I would never, ever, ever again complain about winter weather. I'm cold natured and the winter cold cuts right through me. I tolerate winter with thick sweaters, soups, and fireplaces. When the first cool spell finally arrived … Continue reading The Winter Landscape

Thursday Then & Now: Orange County Courthouse

June 17, 2021 ~ Beth ~ 3 Comments

18 June 2021 Sometimes things change radically. Other times there is little, if any, change and that is how I found the Orange County Texas Courthouse. Other than two 1960's additions, one on either side of the Courthouse, the Courthouse has not changed since its completion in 1937. The Texas Historic Commission describes the Courthouse … Continue reading Thursday Then & Now: Orange County Courthouse

Day Tripping 2021 Episode 2 January 31, 2021

March 9, 2021 ~ Beth ~ 5 Comments

Yes, I'm a little behind on Day Trip reporting. The winter weather and helter-skelter of life has kept me from reporting as well as doing much travelling around. Never fear, I will catch up and soon be on the road again! A beautiful Sunday afternoon called to me for a little drive to Gonzales, Texas. … Continue reading Day Tripping 2021 Episode 2 January 31, 2021

Day Tripping 2021 Episode 1 January 9, 2021

January 10, 2021 ~ Beth ~ 7 Comments

A day trip (AKA wandering, exploring, out and about, vagabonding) was long over due. COVID, chilly weather, and Christmas had interfered for too long. I planned the trip early in the week with an eye on the weather, but determined that I was going, rain or shine. The question was where to go. I didn't … Continue reading Day Tripping 2021 Episode 1 January 9, 2021