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My interests include writing, photography, marketing and sales. The Big Bertha's Adventures blog gives me a creative outlet to occupy my time while (hopefully) inspiring and entertaining others.
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Harvestman, an arachnid who is not a spider

September 15, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Date:  August 2019 Location:  Hot Springs, Arkansas Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  My beloved 100 mm macro lens (Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 L macro IS) Notes:  I used a tripod for a steadier shot. More info on … Continue reading Harvestman, an arachnid who is not a spider

HO Scale Models, Miniatures, Parks, PlacesLeave a comment

Giant Miniature

September 13, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Giant miniatures are possible with a good macro lens and a steady hand…. It also doesn’t hurt to be in a beautiful setting.   Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  My beloved 100 mm macro lens (Canon EF … Continue reading Giant Miniature

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Bicycles in Xiamen

September 9, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  100 mm macro lens (Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 L macro IS) Date:  August 2019 Location:  Xiamen, China Continue reading Bicycles in Xiamen

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Fresh Watermelon

September 6, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

  Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  My beloved 100 mm macro lens (Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 L macro IS) Date:  August 2019 Location:  Xiamen, China Notes:  I can look at this photo and in an instant, I’m back in China! Continue reading Fresh Watermelon

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Backbreaking Work

September 5, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  My beloved 100 mm macro lens (Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 L macro IS) Date:  August 2019 Location:  Hot Springs, Arkansas Continue reading Backbreaking Work

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Funeral for a Jewel in the Community

August 12, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

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, 2019March 25, 2022 bigbertha

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, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

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, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

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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