Archway of the Abandoned

Sissy and I went for another walk through the forests near The Abandoned.  There we found this giant moss-covered arch held up by chance, by an old snag.  We thought it would make a wonderful place for a faery wedding--and who knows, perhaps it was--there was a sort of magic about it.

Beneath the arch we found this fat green tree frog.  He sat so quietly on  Sissy's hand.  I think he liked sitting there.


NOTE: If you intend to visit The Abandoned, be sure to get permission from the owners first. If you do not have permission, you may be arrested and prosecuted for trespassing.

Pitch Fall - Weekend Reflections

Clytie and I spotted this glistening pitch fall as we walked along the road near The Abandoned.  This looks  like a lovely fall of golden honey. 

In reality, tree pitch will stick to everything and it doesn't come off!  If you DO get pitch on your hands, rubbing alcohol will remove it--as does peanut butter!


NOTE: If you intend to visit The Abandoned, be sure to get permission from the owners first. If you do not have permission, you may be arrested and prosecuted for trespassing.

Beauty in The Abandoned

There are new owners who are evaluating the property and buildings of The Abandoned!  They were in a meeting as Sissy and I made our rounds.  I hope they will undo what the previous owners have allowed here.  This is a decidedly exciting development!

I thought the 15 mph sign was interesting with the kitchen area of The Abandoned in view.

I don't know that I've ever seen a pink Queen Anne's Lace flower before.  I loved this picture--it almost seems magical to me.

Near the grounds of The Abandoned we found this ancient maple tree.  It is massive.

I am sure it was here, growing green and strong, when the Union fought the South in America's Civil War, maybe even before that.  I am in awe of its sheer size and age.

We found the fire bush in bloom.  What lovely blossoms!  It is so interesting to find such contrasts of beauty and ugliness all in one place.  Today I have concentrated upon the mostly beautiful side of The Abandoned.


NOTE: If you intend to visit The Abandoned, be sure to get permission from the owners first. If you do not have permission, you may be arrested and prosecuted for trespassing.

Frosty Shadows - Shadow Shot Sunday

It was early  December.  My beloved sister was in the hospital and I had spent the night at my parents' home to be at her side as quickly as possible the next day.

Despite the deep shadows of The Abandoned--our family had experienced a miracle.

I caught these wonderful frosty blackberry leaves shining in the early morning sun.  The whole world seemed different that day, when the sun spilled sparkled fingers of warmth through the crisp air.

For more incredible shadow shots, visit Harriet for Shadow Shot Sunday.


NOTE: If you intend to visit The Abandoned, be sure to get permission from the owners first. If you do not have permission, you may be arrested and prosecuted for trespassing.

It's a UFO?! - Weekend Reflections

It's a UFO!!!  No--just lighting left unscathed in The Abandoned.  It is incredible these fixtures been spared the violence of the illusive vandals.

For more wonderful reflections from around the world, please visit James at Weekend Reflections.


NOTE: If you intend to visit The Abandoned, be sure to get permission from the owners first. If you do not have permission, you may be arrested and prosecuted for trespassing.

Abandoned Heart - Guest Heart Thursday

 

Here the graceful work of a talented graffiti artist has been brutally kicked into pieces by the vandals--leaving behind an abandoned Heart.

For more wonderful randomly found heart photography check out Clytie's Guest Heart Thursday!

GUEST HEART THURSDAY

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Field of Daisies - Dark Mysteries

Sissy and I often walk the grounds around and near The Abandoned.  In early Summer the fields are filled with pungent daisies almost as far as the eye can see.

In places the cheerful smile of the Daisy is contrasted against a mysterious and sometimes forbidding outline.  One is reminded of hidden mysteries, darkened rooms and underground tunnels going nowhere in particular.

But you have to admit--there's practically nothing as happy, or as cheerful, as a field of Daisies!


NOTE: If you intend to visit The Abandoned, be sure to get permission from the owners first. If you do not have permission, you may be arrested and prosecuted for trespassing.