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Big Bertha's Adventures

The white rocks started out charming

July 8, 2014February 9, 2022 bigbertha

It was as if dump trucks dropped a load of rocks all over the path we were walking.  Limestone rocks were everywhere.  I hadn’t seen anything like it.  It was amazing. There was a plant growing among the rocks.  I … Continue reading The white rocks started out charming

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We played with bears!

June 26, 2014February 9, 2022 bigbertha

My friend Kurt Parten shared a link on Facebook today.  It was a link to photos of ‘neatly organized things’.  He added an eye-catching message to his post:  “For my OCD friends…” That certainly got my attention. When I saw … Continue reading We played with bears!

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The Chigger Photo Shoot

May 13, 2014February 9, 2022 bigbertha

When I go on nature preserve adventures, I like to get in the thick of the action – among the bushes and tall grasses.  My most recent trip was no exception.  After all, there are insects and bugs to discover!  It … Continue reading The Chigger Photo Shoot

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Wildflowers, motorcycles and feet in the sand!

May 7, 2014February 9, 2022 bigbertha

An unexpected change of plans led to quite an adventure.  My friend Tore and I considered several options but I was inclined to go to Denison… it’s an obvious choice, given my name is Denise. We made several stops along … Continue reading Wildflowers, motorcycles and feet in the sand!

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Random Object Wednesday: 3-legged milking stool!

December 17, 2013February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Today’s Random Object Wednesday is made possible by Alana Jenkins! Alana specifically brought this object all the way from Oklahoma for me to photograph. Alana gave me the history of the stool, and I think the story is best expressed … Continue reading Random Object Wednesday: 3-legged milking stool!

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Tulips

December 1, 2013February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Spring at the Dallas Arboretum is the best time of year.  I enjoy going multiple times during the season to see the transformation.  During this visit the tulips were still in bloom.     Some of the tulips were past … Continue reading Tulips

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With a little interest anything can look good in a photo!

November 8, 2013February 9, 2022 bigbertha

I enjoy taking photos of anything and everything.  Some objects seem mundane but taken at the right angle, with the right background and attention to detail, the mundane can become interesting. Here’s an example:  This photo was taken at a … Continue reading With a little interest anything can look good in a photo!

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The man without a face.

October 16, 2013February 9, 2022 bigbertha

I visited one of my favorite stores recently, HobbyTown USA, to make an important purchase for the blog. They were a bit pricey but I think they are well worth the investment. The train conductor made his debut on a … Continue reading The man without a face.

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Random Object Wednesday: A tribute to the slide rule.

October 15, 2013February 9, 2022 bigbertha

This week’s Random Object is brought to us by Tore Bellis.  Check out his bio by clicking here. ——————————— Tore:  “I know you said random object but are there rules?  How random an object?  I am at a loss as … Continue reading Random Object Wednesday: A tribute to the slide rule.

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