Thursday, September 30, 2010

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Mushroom Tree


Mushroom Tree
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
Posted via Flickr.

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Monday, September 27, 2010

Apple with Lichen


Apple with Lichen
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
Posted via Flickr.

Sunday, September 26, 2010

Beautiful Ending

Another gorgeous end to the day. I can't believe we get so many beautiful sunrises and sunsets here. And the color is straight out of the camera - the only change was to photoshop out some wires on the telephone pole, which makes it look kind of like a cross, don't you think?

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Saturday, September 25, 2010

Harvest Moon

Harvest Moon with clouds at moonset.

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Friday, September 24, 2010

Smith River rocks


Smith River Rocks
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
Posted via Flickr.

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Sunflower (perennial)


Sunflower (perennial)
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
And the 2nd annual "Will they or won't they?" watch begins. Will they bloom before the frost hits? Stay tuned...

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Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Autumn


First Day of Fall
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
I love this time of year. It's like God goes out each night with his paintbrush and puts a little red here, some yellow there... Beautiful!

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Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Storm Light

Canadian geese flying over Hayden Lake. I really like the look of them in the sunlight against the stormy sky.

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Monday, September 20, 2010

Through the Window


Through the window
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
The rain came down in sheets. It was a good day to be indoors.

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Sunday, September 19, 2010

Marbles

Photographic proof that I haven't lost my marbles.
[grin]

And also, post #600!

Saturday, September 18, 2010

Lack


Lack
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
of daylight,
of photosynthesis,
of chlorophyll.

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Friday, September 17, 2010

Concert Tickets


Concert Tickets
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
Collective Soul at the 2010 Spokane County Fair.

Their equipment didn't make it on time, the concert started 2 hours late, and it rained the entire time. Sounds like a disaster, but it wasn't. It was a blast!

Posted via Flickr.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Leona at Rest

Taken at Rimrock Cemetery.

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Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Custom Raft Seat


Custom Raft Seat
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
by Scott.

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Tuesday, September 14, 2010

After the Sunset


After the sunset
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
Another late day shot. I had camera club & once again, forgot to get a photo beforehand. I do like the colors in this one.

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Monday, September 13, 2010

Gossamer Wings


Copper Dragonfly
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
He hung around for a bit - climbed on Scott's finger, and landed on my hat. His color was amazing - he looked like he was made of copper.

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Sunday, September 12, 2010

The Mermaid


The Mermaid
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
Happy Days on Hayden Avenue - the Mermaid is back!

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Saturday, September 11, 2010

Patriot Day 2010


Patriot Day 2010
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
What does 9/11 mean to you?

It's my youngest brother's birthday, so September 11th had meaning for me long before 2001. In addition, growing up in Salt Lake on Redwood Road, not far from the fairgrounds, it was always Utah State Fair time.

Then came the horrific events of 9/11/2001. The day was burned upon the consciousness of every American. You remember what you were doing at the moment you heard the news. Many, including me, remember watching (with my daughter) as the second plane flew into the towers.

Shortly after that, it seemed we lived in a different America. I was living in Salt Lake at the time, and I noticed people holding doors for others, strangers making eye contact and smiling in line at the grocery store or post office. It seemed we had a common goal. Unfortunately, the violence carried out against Middle Eastern people living in the United States was a dark shadow in that otherwise united time.

Flash-forward to today - nine years later, and it seems we're coming apart at the seams. Democrats hate Republicans, Republicans hate Democrats and the rhetoric is getting out of hand. It's the worst I can remember. The in-fighting in Washington has caused our government to come to a standstill, at the very time the people of this country need leadership the most. The proposed mosque a few blocks from the site of the Twin Towers has pitted New Yorker against New Yorker and American against American. It seems we have no tolerance left to spare. A lunatic preacher in Florida threatens to burn the Qur'an, despite warnings from all over the world of the violence it will incite, the AMERICAN lives he will put at risk.

There are signs of hope, at least on the religious front. Rosh Hashanah, Eid Al-Fitr and the anniversary of 9/11 all fall during this week of September. John Borelli, CNN, says "The calendar confluence seems designed to offer an opportunity for hope, for re-aligning priorities, for soul-searching and commitment." Rabbi David Saperstein of the Union for Reform Judaism declared that it is no longer an option to be silent about growing animosity toward Muslims in our society. Cardinal Theodore McCarrick added that attacking one religion in America is attacking them all.

So, today, Patriot Day 2010, I'd like to honor the patriots. The thousands who died that day - men, women, children, Christians, Jews, Muslims, young, old, black, white and every shade in between. The firefighters, policemen & EMTs who rushed into the buildings with no thought of their own safety. The heroes aboard Flight 93, who saved countless more innocent lives. The men & women of our Armed Forces who put their lives on the line every day for my freedom. The countless thousands of American soldiers who have given their lives for that principle.

I don't use this forum as a bully pulpit very often, so thanks for indulging me.

And I can't forget: Happy Birthday, Todd. I love you.

Friday, September 10, 2010

Red Dragonfly!


Red Dragonfly
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
Posted via Flickr.

Thursday, September 9, 2010

September Morning

Clouds lined with gold.

This is one of the benefits of being up and outside
so early. We have some absolutely beautiful sunrises.

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Bad Dog!


Bad Dog!
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
"Terriers were bred to kill small animals."

And shoes, apparently.

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Tuesday, September 7, 2010

The Ride Home

The hills look like they're made of suede outside St. Regis, MT.

The view looking down into the Coeur d'Alene valley.

This was the view inside the car for most of the ride home.
[Grin]

Scott spotted this rabbit on a stop.
Can you see it?
Hint: It's not real.

Monday, September 6, 2010

Lochsa River Camping Trip 2010

Caterpillar - they were everywhere!

This chipmunk drove the dogs crazy all weekend.

Wildflowers along the bank of the Lochsa River.

A creek coming into the Lochsa.

Water Skeeters! I'm sure that's not their real name,
but it's what both Scott & I called them as kids.

This was the last shot before the rains rolled in at 2pm
and didn't stop for the rest of the night.
It's ok. We played a mean round of rummy.

Campfire!


Campfire
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
The best thing about camping.

Just home from our camping trip to the Lochsa River in Eastern Idaho. Had a wonderful time, even if the weather didn't cooperate for fishing.

I'll post more pictures as I get them uploaded.

Posted via Flickr.

Saturday, September 4, 2010

Polished Concrete


My new countertop!
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
Scott's latest experiment: Grind & polish the concrete until it shines. This is a bench top - a test ground for my new concrete countertop.

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Friday, September 3, 2010

Deer with Twins

We went on a fountain service call last night to Fernan Lake, just east of Lake CDA. These deer were in the neighbor's front yard, then moved into the front yard of the home we were at. Five deer in total - two moms and three babies. We also heard wild turkeys (didn't see them) and had a bald eagle fly right over our heads. Amazing!

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Thursday, September 2, 2010

Lexi


Lexi
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
Lexi at six months. She was spayed a week ago, but she's recovering nicely. Almost back to normal.

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Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Blue Ribbon Winner!


Blue Ribbon Winner!
Originally uploaded by Sandee4242
I still can't believe it.

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