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Month: August 2019

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Funeral for a Jewel in the Community

August 12, 2019 Denise Holguin

I happened to come across Jolene, the jewel beetle, during a hike in Arkansas.  I placed her carefully on a leaf with the plan to have a funeral ceremony.  My friend Tore handed me a larger rock to carry the … Continue reading Funeral for a Jewel in the Community

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The Aristocrat Motor Inn

The Aristocrat Motor Inn, Hot Springs, Arkansas

August 11, 2019August 11, 2019 Denise Holguin

Across from The Arlington Hotel, the Aristocrat, caught my attention. Not knowing anything about it, I decided to take photos and research later.  According to Wikipedia, the hotel was built in 1963 and is included on the National Register of … Continue reading The Aristocrat Motor Inn, Hot Springs, Arkansas

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The Arlington

The Arlington Hotel, Hot Springs, Arkansas Part II

August 10, 2019 Denise Holguin

If you missed Part 1 of the Arlington Hotel series, click here. I collect ventriloquist’s dolls and took one of my newest dolls on the road trip.  This post highlights the adventures of Finnegan Wilbur at the hotel. Finnegan sitting … Continue reading The Arlington Hotel, Hot Springs, Arkansas Part II

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A Wedding in Arkansas

August 9, 2019 Denise Holguin

While in Arkansas, I attended Elizabeth and Robert’s wedding at the Garvan Woodland Gardens. Here’s a look at the Anthony Chapel.  It’s quite a chapel in the woods! View of the inside. (with apologies that it’s a little blurry) The … Continue reading A Wedding in Arkansas

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