Iowa is known for many things, but two predominant ones in my mind are old barns and summer thunderstorms. Now I’ll grant you, old barns, particularly those that have been preserved as well as this one at Discovery Park in Muscatine, are becoming a rarity. Many have fallen into decay or disrepair and are simply … Read more
As fireworks were rumbling all around tonight I felt more inclined to stop by here. It was after dark, and the moon was casting shadows on this spot in Discovery Park. It is the Blue Star Memorial By-Way which serves as a tribute to all the Armed Services of America. Independence has nothing to do … Read more
I’ve been spending some time with this old clammer lately. It’s just a matter of trying to get a good, cloud based background with a little color it in. Some Iowa sunsets, particularly those mixed with a little foul weather, can help. This sculpture, named Mississippi Harvest was done by Illinois artist, Erik Blome, and … Read more
Summer time is a busy time for me due to our various seasonal businesses. This means I’m on the phone or computer a lot more helping customers…but I still take time out for a lunch break. And usually I’m not alone. Sometimes I’ll go out back and snap a few shots off of my most … Read more
I have to hand it to my old buddy the Redbird. He’s been putting in overtime to keep his family well fed. I’ve mentioned before how unimpressed I was with the guy when the female was doing all the work putting the nest together. She was absolutely diligent in her nest building business…and she has … Read more
