Thursday, June 30, 2011

~Tea Talk~&~Share the Joy~


Sometimes, during my hours of prayer, I picture myself as a piece of stone before a sculpture who intends to make a statue our of it.  Presenting myself like this before the Lord, I beg him to form form in my soul his perfect image and make me wholly like Christ.  ~Brother Lawrence~
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I'm having...Brown Palace Crown Jewel Tea.


My teacup...is a plain white mug.

I'm feeling...Refreshed.  Well rested and looking forward to this new day.

On my mind...is The weekend celebration and the arrival of the kids and their families!  Oh what fun we will have!!



Wishing all a most enjoyable and happy 4th of July!!!!

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Thanks be to God!



Wishing all a wonderful day and plans for a beautiful weekend!  And won't you please join Ruth at Tea Talk today.


Today I also join Meri for Share the Joy Thursday.   For I believe I need to find in my life every day no matter the realities in which we live.  God is Good in so many ways even in times of trial so today this is my joy!



The joy of the first dance.  Oh, how it fills the heart with excitement and happiness for the young couple as they begin this new adventures.


Please remember to mark your calendar for this year's Adventure Tour Express.  It begins again next Wednesday! 

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

~~Adventure Tour Express~~


A man practices the art of adventure when he breaks the chain of routine and renews his life through reading new books, traveling to new places, making new friends, taking up new hobbies and adopting new viewpoints” ~Wilfred Peterson
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City on the Mississippi
Baton Rouge, Louisiana


From this magnificent old live oak tree on the campus of LSU...

to the lawns of the Old Louisiana's State Capitol  the city of Baton Rouge is a lovely place to visit and the people we met are courteous,  friendly and helpful.  The reason we visited Baton Rouge was to attend the wedding of my nephew and this allotted us the opportunity of sightseeing on a limited basis as visiting with family was such a treasured time!


The Shaw Center for the Arts is a wonderful place to visit with a wonderful view of the Mississippi River.


The view from the museum allows a perfect view of the river and it's vistas.  The barges moving up and down the river, the Louisiana Art and Science Museum and the destroyer USS Kidd in the background


But I think best of all was the food!  Yest indeed!  From Chimes Restaurant and Tap Room to Raising Canes Chicken Fingers there is nothing like the "flavor of Baton Rouge" unless it's the "flavor of New Orleans."  But since New Orleans was not on the menu this visit to Louisiana I can only speak to the foods I savored in this fine city.


Chicken and Asparagus at Sarop's Cafe.

Wedding, family, food and new adventures, it doesn't get any better than that!  Wishing all a week of your own grand adventures and  all they have to offer.

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Thanks be to God!


Please join now and offer one of your adventures and allow us to travel with you on your tour!

All Aboard!!!

Sunday, June 26, 2011

~Mosaic/Macro Monday

Bluebonnet Swamp
Baton Rouge, LA


Sir Egret and his companion Master Turtle


I wish I knew what the name of this bush is.  It's beautiful and exotic and the bees seemed to love the blossoms.  For 3 days we were able to find adventure in the South and appreciate all it has to offer.  

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Thanks be to God! 
Now please visit Mary at The Little Red House and share in the beauty offered there.   Lisa at  Macro Monday  also has much to offer.  The pictures are grand.

Remember the Adventure Tour Express will be running again this Wednesday, 6/29/2011  I will be happy to be the tour guide for all who wish to share their adventures.  The train is running each Wednesday during the summer.  Any and all adventures are welcome, from the weekend jaunt,  a day at the park, to the wonderful vacation adventure!  Please come and join the fun! 
Welcome Aboard!!!

Thursday, June 23, 2011

~~Baton Rouge~~



So the 12-hour trip to Baton Rough waw uneventful except for the torrential rain.  The rain was so heavy at pointswe couldn't see the car in front of us.  Rain forcasted for the rest of the week so we'll be running between th rain drops.  Makes no difference.  It's a time for family and celebration!

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Thanks be to God

Cathy

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

~~Adventure Tour Express~~


A man practices the art of adventure when he breaks the chain of routine and renews his life through reading new books, traveling to new places, making new friends, taking up new hobbies and adopting new viewpoints” ~Wilfred Peterson
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Today is a repeat tour.  I'm on the road to Baton Rouge, LA today to visit family and attend a wedding.  Please enjoy and take us along on your tour by linking below!  Wishing all a Grand Adventure!

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Central City, Colorado

Gold found there in May, 1859 caused it to be
called The Richest Square Mile on Earth.
Saint James United Methodist Church
One of the oldest churches in the state.
Central City Opera House
Built in 1879 by Welsh and Cornish Miners.
Carriage House Sign
Store Fronts

A journey to Central City is step back in time.  Though gold mining is no longer the main source of income, it is grand to walk the streets and wonder what thrilling events took place here.  There is a wonderful book written by Caroline Bancroft about the history of Central City called Gulch of Gold.  I highly recommend it.

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Thanks be to God!

Please join now and offer one of your adventures and allow us to travel with you on your tour!
All Aboard!!!

Sunday, June 19, 2011

Mosaic Monday/ Macro Monday


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What though youth gave love and roses, Age still leaves us friends and wine.  Thomas More

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Thanks be to God!



Now please visit Mary at The Little Red House and share in the beauty offered there.   Lisa at  Macro Monday  also has much to offer.  The pictures are grand.

Remember the Adventure Tour Express will be running again this Wednesday, 6/22/2011  I will be happy to be the tour guide for all who wish to share their adventures.  The train is running each Wednesday during the summer.  Any and all adventures are welcome, from the weekend jaunt,  a day at the park, to the wonderful vacation adventure!  Please come and join the fun! 
Welcome Aboard!!!

Thursday, June 16, 2011

~Tea Talk~&~Share the Joy~



Tea to the English is really a picnic indoors.
~Alice Walker~
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I'm having...Original Good Earth Tea, decaffeinated.


My teacup...resting on the new Keurig Personal Brewer. The sun is rising and it will be another glorious day.

I'm feeling...Refreshed.  Well restedl and looking forward to this new day.

On my mind...is work today.  Will also be working at the church's summer social tonight. That is always fun and since it will be cooler this year definitely more comfortable.

Wishing all a wonderful day and plans for a beautiful weekend!  And won't you please join Ruth at Tea Talk today.

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Thanks be to God!
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Today I also join Meri for Share the Joy Thursday.   For I believe I need to find in my life every day no matter the realities in which we live.  God is Good in so many ways even in times of trial so today this is my joy!



The joy of children at play.  The smiles on their faces and the laughter always is uplifting.



Please remember to mark your calendar for this year's Adventure Tour Express.  It begins again next Wednesday! 

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Adventure Tour Express


A man practices the art of adventure when he breaks the chain of routine and renews his life through reading new books, traveling to new places, making new friends, taking up new hobbies and adopting new viewpoints” ~Wilfred Peterson
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You've visited the city of Indianapolis for 33 years and you're still surprised by the sites to see.  That's what happened this weekend as we went to visit family.  There is so much to learn about a city.   We have family that live in Broad Ripple Village part of the city of Indianapolis.  Then this weekend we learned of another part of INDY, Irvington, Indianapolis, IN, an historic district and indeed it is a lovely place to visit.  But I think the best part of the day was Jockymo's Pizza!  Oh my goodness!!!   




I'm only sorry to report that I got no pictures of the pizza!  No, we were too busy eating to get any photos!  Maybe next time!
~~~^j^~~~
Thanks be to God!


Please join now and offer one of your adventures and allow us to travel with you on your tour!
All Aboard!!!

Sunday, June 12, 2011

Mosaic Monday

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Lord Frederic is one of two frogs who inhabit our wee pond.  Goodness but they have a big job.  He and his minion, Godfrey,(we haven't been able to get them to pose together for us) have been doing a fine job of maintaining the kingdom.  The mosquitoes seem to be in check and the serenading each evening is so comforting.  So the goldfish are thriving, the frogs are leaping and swimming, and all's right in their little kingdom.

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Thanks be to God!

Now please visit Mary at The Little Red House and share in the beauty offered there.   Lisa at  Macro Monday  also has much to offer.  The pictures are grand.

Remember the Adventure Tour Express will be running again this Wednesday, 6/15/2011  I will be happy to be the tour guide for all who wish to share their adventures.  The train is running each Wednesday during the summer.  Any and all adventures are welcome, from the weekend jaunt,  a day at the park, to the wonderful vacation adventure!  Please come and join the fun! 
Welcome Aboard!!!

Friday, June 10, 2011

~~Haiku My Heart~~



Marigold's yellow
It's bright oranges, a delight
Sunshine in a garden!

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Thanks be to God!


Visit also Rebecca at recuerda mi corazon for Haiku My Heart.



Tuesday, June 07, 2011

Adventure Tour Express


A man practices the art of adventure when he breaks the chain of routine and renews his life through reading new books, traveling to new places, making new friends, taking up new hobbies and adopting new viewpoints” ~Wilfred Peterson
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Adventures begin in many ways, but often they bring surprises.  Like the year we went to the Keller Homestead in eastern Colorado.  The horizon on the eastern plains.  The majesty of the sky and the  broad expanse of the landscape.


I remember when we went into the house and  Ron walked into the kitchen he said, "In 50 years nothing has changed."

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Then it was off to Colorado Springs, The Garden of the Gods, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and the Broadmoor Hotel.

All this a reminder to me of the much awaited adventure home this year to Montana and Colorado.

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Thanks be to God!

Please join now and offer one of your adventures and allow us to travel with you on your tour! 
All Aboard!!!