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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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Big Bertha's Adventures

Kibbles Tribute – 1 Year Later

May 15, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Long before dogs of Instagram or social media of any form, there was snail mail.  Kibbles published a monthly printed newsletter and mailed it to her fans.  We both enjoyed this ‘hobby,’ though without the benefit of social media and instant … Continue reading Kibbles Tribute – 1 Year Later

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Go outside and explore

May 9, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Here are some highlights from a recent trip to Cedar Ridge Preserve.  My friend Tore hadn’t ever been there and the last time I had been there was at least 3 or 4 years ago.  I was happy to discover … Continue reading Go outside and explore

Botanical Gardens, Flowers, Mushrooms As Art, Places2 Comments
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Revisiting a Botanical Garden

May 4, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

I first visited the East Texas Arboretum and Botanical Society in 2008.  I drove 100 miles (one way) to get there and I went to celebrate my birthday weekend. This park was the first place I have encountered a red … Continue reading Revisiting a Botanical Garden

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Unusual Taste

May 3, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

I planned on featuring something pleasant that would appeal to most tastes but these spider / fly photos caught my attention.  They were taken last year in my backyard. I don’t remember taking the photos – except I do recognize … Continue reading Unusual Taste

Perspective, Self-improvement4 Comments
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I made lemonade from an exploded bobbin

April 27, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

My motivation for machine embroidering a project happens late at night – usually between 10 pm – midnight.  It was one of those nights when I was in the creative zone, stitching a project – when the bobbin exploded. The … Continue reading I made lemonade from an exploded bobbin

Emotions, New & Abandoned Shoes, People, Rubbish, Women's Clothing2 Comments

Dumped

April 26, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

I can’t tell you where I was when I took these photos – mainly because I’m not sure of the location.  It was a detour / adventure on the way to somewhere else.  Maybe somewhere near Rockwall, Texas.  I didn’t … Continue reading Dumped

Critters, Flowers, Macro Photography, State Parks1 Comment
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Ray Roberts Lake State Park – Johnson Branch Unit

April 25, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

I recently visited the Johnson Branch Unit of Ray Roberts Lake State Park.  Here are some highlights. The wildflowers were plentiful. Times like this I wish I had a tripod with me but I’m sure by the time I set … Continue reading Ray Roberts Lake State Park – Johnson Branch Unit

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Ladybug Larvae Eating Lunch

April 16, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

This is a ladybug larvae eating what appears to be another beetle.  It’s not the crispest photo I’ve taken but it was the best among my attempts at capturing this unusual moment. Notes: Photo taken at Dallas Arboretum March 5, … Continue reading Ladybug Larvae Eating Lunch

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Athens Eggfest!

April 13, 2016February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Some friends and I were invited to attend the 6th Annual Athens Eggfest last weekend.  We paid an entrance fee to the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center and a Tasting Fee – then we got to eat, eat, and eat! The … Continue reading Athens Eggfest!

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