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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

Pretty withered

April 3, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

While the best part of Spring at the Dallas Arboretum are the fresh daffodils and tulips I feel a responsibility to photograph the unsung heroes in the garden.  The blooms that are withered and spent have beauty too! I was so … Continue reading Pretty withered

Blue, Cars, Color Themes, Flowers3 Comments
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Cars, flowers and the color blue!

April 2, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

I figured I could do a blog post on cars.  Then another blog post on flowers.  But then I thought I could unite the two themes in one blog with a color theme.  And what better color to unite than … Continue reading Cars, flowers and the color blue!

Body Image, Hands, Letters, Perspective2 Comments
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Photography Homework

April 1, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Last year I took a photography class at Brookhaven College.  We met once a week in the evening for several hours.  I learned more from that class than I did from books on my own. Here’s one of our homework … Continue reading Photography Homework

Circle of Life, Critters, Flowers, Food as Art, Macro Photography6 Comments
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I watched a ladybug eat!

March 31, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

I got to “play hooky” on Monday with my boss’s approval.  It was the perfect day for the Dallas Arboretum. When I returned to the office on Tuesday, my boss asked,  “What was the highlight of your trip to the Arboretum? … Continue reading I watched a ladybug eat!

Color Themes, Flowers, Macro Photography, Purple3 Comments
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Spring at the Arboretum: Purple!

March 30, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Towards the end of my visit at the Dallas Arboretum I dawdled by taking photos of some potted plants near the exit.  I’m glad I did.  Take a look… Image above: f/5.6 1/50 sec ISO:  320 Image above: ISO:  640 … Continue reading Spring at the Arboretum: Purple!

Food as Art2 Comments
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Happy Birthday, Frappuccino!

March 26, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

I have certain self-imposed responsibilities as the Foursquare Mayor of my local Starbucks.  Among them is to document important days, like today! Today is the Frappuccino’s 20th birthday! To celebrate this important day, Starbucks has a Birthday Cake Frappuccino.  This … Continue reading Happy Birthday, Frappuccino!

Cars, Chairs, Faux Ads & More5 Comments
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Carpe diem! Drive the Dodge Charger! Buy the Boots!

March 23, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

“What car do you currently drive?” asked the Enterprise employee. Denise:  “A Hyundai Sonata.  I’m fine with a small rental car.” Enterprise employee:  “I can get you in a Dodge Charger.” I thought she was joking but I turned around … Continue reading Carpe diem! Drive the Dodge Charger! Buy the Boots!

Critters, Flowers, Macro Photography5 Comments
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Signs of Spring

March 8, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

This pretty flower is an Iris reticulata. While I was taking photos, I noticed signs of rabbits in the garden but didn’t think twice about it.  Instead, I focused on the pretty purple flower. I wanted something unexpected so I … Continue reading Signs of Spring

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National Croissant Day at Starbucks!

March 4, 2015February 9, 2022 bigbertha

January 30th was National Croissant Day.  Did you remember to celebrate?  If you missed out, don’t fret, there’s always next year.  In the meantime, here are some highlights from the celebration at my local Starbucks. In preparation of National Croissant … Continue reading National Croissant Day at Starbucks!

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