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Tree Trunk and Hydrant

One of my photo prompts was Lone Tree.  While I was looking around for such an object, I saw this tree with the fire hydrant in the background.  

I just thought the composition was interesting and there are times when I get desperate for an image of some kind.  I like the little touch of orange color in the background.

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Water District Building

It was late in the afternoon when I got this image, so the tree is partially sun-lit and partially in shadow. 

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Flowering Tree

I have no idea what this tree is, but it sure is pretty.  It's the only one of this road.

My heart is grateful for:

the beautiful weather today

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Beautiful Nature

Seen in a back yard of an acquaintance in upstate NY.  How I've missed this...

My heart is grateful for:

the respite of being someplace "green" for a few days

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Horton Hears a Who

Abilene is the "Storybook Capital of America" and has many  storybook character statues scattered around its two parks.  

I'm happy that:

I was able to move some things into my new living space today

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Tree in Bloom

This tree is located at the side of the downtown post office building.  Surprising that it's still in bloom even though is approaching the tail end of winter.  I love the shape.

My heart is grateful:

that it's been a peaceful afternoon and I was able to find some photo ops

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Defunct Electric Company Building

This is the defunct electric company building surrounded by chain link in Abilene, Texas. Right now, off to the right of the image is the new power grid.

My heart is grateful that:

it's been a pretty calm day after two weeks of being very busy

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Abandoned Motel

I went to Baird today to see if there were any photo ops.  I've passed this place several times before, but I never stopped.  Today I did.  There was a fence around the perimeter so I couldn't get any closer, but this will do.  The tree in the foreground is probably stunning when it's in bloom.

I'm grateful that:

I unexpectedly had the chance to have dinner with my daughter and her family tonight

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Winter Tree

As I was getting into my parked car this afternoon, I noticed this tree.  It has a beautiful shape and it's probably gorgeous when it's blooming.  I'll have to check back in the spring/summer and get another shot of it.

M<y heart is grateful that:

this was another peaceful day and that I get to work tomorrow

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Whorton Hears a Who

Abilene, TX is known as the Storybook Capital of the US.  It has two areas where there are storybook sculptures on display.  Whorton Hears a Who is one of the characters.  

My heart is happy because:

there are happy stories to tell little people

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Wonky Tree

This tree looks partially dead, so seeing the limbs is easy.  Wonky shape.

My heart is grateful for:

blue skies