AuntieM Loc: Eastern NC

I knew that the drive from Canyon, Texas to Dallas would be a long one, so headed out early. There was no direct or easier way to get to Rt. 287 from Canyon other than to head north and catch I-40 in Amarillo for a few exits. The day was overcast and a few times I thought that I was going to have a thunderstorm along the way. It did rain some, but not much. There was also fog on the first part of the trip. I stopped at a rest area for a break and saw some birds I didn't recognize swooping in and out of the trees - chasing each other - and having very long tails. I got some OK shots of what I identified as Scissor-Tailed Flycatchers, but I really need to have a better wildlife lens. On my way out of the rest area, a group of bluebonnets appeared, and I found it appropriate that since I had started my trip with bluebonnets, they should be there to complete the circle that I had just traversed through Texas and New Mexico. There were lots and lots of wind farms in the Panhandle and down through the Wichita Falls area, and having experienced the ever-present wind through northeast New Mexico and the Texas Panhandle, I can understand why. I eventually crossed the Red River which was quite wide and RED - so I understand how it had come to be named. My entry into the Dallas area was interesting and my GPS got me to my hotel with no problem at all, but I was extremely happy to get out of the traffic.

Thank you all for following along with my on my trip. I enjoyed posting photos that I thought would be most representative of what I saw and experienced, and am glad that you enjoyed them also.

Mary Ellen

One of the wind farms along my route

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Scissor-Tailed Flycatcher battle in the trees

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Sitting pretty

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In flight - not very good photo

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Bluebonnets bidding me farewell

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canondave1 Loc: Houston, TX

I have enjoyed your excellent photos and stories as you brought us along on your trip. I'll be looking for future posts from you!

Treepusher Loc: Kingston, Massachusetts

Excellent shots, AuntieM! Looks like you had a wonderful time and great photos to remember it by!

Jay Pat Loc: Round Rock, Texas, USA

Well, I hate to see it come to an end.....
Glad, you had a great time!!
Thanks, for sharing!!!!
Pat

AuntieM Loc: Eastern NC

Thanks for following me along on my journey and I am very happy you enjoyed the stories and photos. I enjoyed your wonderful state of Texas and plan to return.

AuntieM Loc: Eastern NC

Thanks T - I always have a good time on my trips with the vistas, adventures, and people that I meet. Thanks for taking the time to look in and comment.

AuntieM Loc: Eastern NC

I hated to have it come to an end as well, and am very happy that you were along for the ride. I plan on coming back at some point and making time to meet and greet with you great Texans.

mikeroetex Loc: Lafayette, LA

Ya'll come back now, ya hear?

Sylvias Loc: North Yorkshire England

Excellent and enjoyable set AuntieM.

roder10 Loc: Colorado Springs

I have thoroughly enjoyed the images from your trip. Took notes, as I get to Texas and New Mexico quite often. You are very generous to share with all of us and I thank you. Be well.

AuntieM Loc: Eastern NC

Thanks for the invitation to come back - there are plenty more places to explore.

AuntieM Loc: Eastern NC

Thank you Sylvias. Glad you enjoyed my trip.

AuntieM Loc: Eastern NC

I love sharing and am glad that I may have given you some places to visit next time you are in TX or NM. I may be contacting you about places in Colorado when I can get there.

roder10 Loc: Colorado Springs

Please do. I would love to give your some tips and host your if you wish. Stay well

Snap Shot Loc: California

Really nice set Auntie!