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Dec 20, 2018 09:58:21   #
PAToGraphy Loc: Portland ME area
 
The first time this country girl saw sneakers hanging, it was in Denver and I was told it was the way a gang marked it's territory. Last Fall I saw these hanging in a tree near the "swimmin hole" and wondered. Is this the sign of a gang? Did someone leave their sneakers and someone else hang them in a tree for owner to find? I don't have an answer but I still wonder....



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Dec 20, 2018 10:17:29   #
photophile Loc: Lakewood, Ohio, USA
 
PAToGraphy wrote:
That's really interesting, Karin. Can you imagine how scary it must have been to be a slave on the run? Or to be part of the UNderground always wondering if you'd be caught.


I read a book about Harriet Tubman who made many trips south to guide slaves to freedom.

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Dec 20, 2018 10:22:05   #
photophile Loc: Lakewood, Ohio, USA
 
Lighthouses on Lake Erie...When I see a lighthouse I'm reminded that the Great Lakes are actually fresh water seas and behave that way often.


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Dec 20, 2018 10:28:35   #
photophile Loc: Lakewood, Ohio, USA
 
Big Creek flows into the Rocky River which flows into Lake Erie. Looks peace usually but can take out a footbridge.


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Dec 20, 2018 10:56:53   #
danersmiff
 
I might have a story for you...

Welcome to Rabbit Hash, Kentucky
Welcome to Rabbit Hash, Kentucky...
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Here's the busiest place in town..
Here's the busiest place in town.....
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Everyone knows everybody, happy to take your call
Everyone knows everybody, happy to take your call...
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They know we all play different tunes
They know we all play different tunes...
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And they keep a chair open just for you to strum along
And they keep a chair open just for you to strum a...
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And iffin yer still here and need a room, we have that, too
And iffin yer still here and need a room, we have ...
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Ya'll come back soon, we'll keep the fire lit for ya...
Ya'll come back soon, we'll keep the fire lit for ...
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Dec 20, 2018 11:06:03   #
BlueMorel Loc: Southwest Michigan
 
Great set - I especially like the one at the cemetery - it evokes all sorts of feelings and memories.
A photo always has extra meaning depending on who took it and who is viewing it.

Old stuff fascinates me + our woods + what's the history?
Old stuff fascinates me + our woods + what's the h...
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Pretty blue glass, old stuff and old tech, estate sale,
Pretty blue glass, old stuff and old tech, estate ...
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Bristol Renaissance Fair, man on a mission, magic performance, crowds, fun with family
Bristol Renaissance Fair, man on a mission, magic ...
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Dec 20, 2018 11:12:58   #
BlueMorel Loc: Southwest Michigan
 
N9PVW wrote:
My 9 year old granddaughter loves playing the Mandolin. The color red represents the following:
Physical energy
Passion
Desire
Excitement


This portrait of her will be one that endures! Great rendition!

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Dec 20, 2018 11:16:10   #
PAToGraphy Loc: Portland ME area
 
photophile wrote:
Lighthouses on Lake Erie...When I see a lighthouse I'm reminded that the Great Lakes are actually fresh water seas and behave that way often.


Like the image, Karin. You're right and that's why they are called "Great" Lakes I'm guessing.

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Dec 20, 2018 11:16:41   #
PAToGraphy Loc: Portland ME area
 
photophile wrote:
Big Creek flows into the Rocky River which flows into Lake Erie. Looks peace usually but can take out a footbridge.



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Dec 20, 2018 11:18:20   #
PAToGraphy Loc: Portland ME area
 
danersmiff wrote:
I might have a story for you...


Daner I LOVE your story. You caught all the elements. Makes me want to visit there.

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Dec 20, 2018 11:19:45   #
BlueMorel Loc: Southwest Michigan
 
Roadrunner wrote:
Here you go Pat...

As you look as these houses they pose a question, what, why etc. Well these houses were built way back in the day ..way back..and back then everyone heated with wood so the construction was done with the smallest part of the house, the sides, facing the predominant winds hence less heat loss had they been politically correct and placed it parallel to the road. You will notice that on the sides there is only one window most times...to save heat.

Now why are they backwards? Back in the day all country roads were not paved hence on windy days or passing traffic, dust would blow into the house in the summer and also forget sitting out on the porch too. In the third photo you can see a small door there, that was putin so as to bring in wood and it is right next to the road.

They are very common around here and even in the villages andalso occasionally you'll se a barn built at the same angle as the house.

I had the pleasure to learn this from a farmer and I will post another series on the same subject later.
Here you go Pat... br br As you look as these ho... (show quote)

Interesting bit of history I didn't know before! Maybe I should turn my house around - that east wind really rattles our front window panes sometimes!

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Dec 20, 2018 11:21:22   #
BlueMorel Loc: Southwest Michigan
 
judy juul wrote:
On our last visit to Ca. We toured an unusual estate in Campbell,Ca. This house was moved from it's original place in Campbell to

it's current spot close to the center of town. They moved it over a bridge and he,he- through the woods to it's resting place. This

was accomplished via train and rolling logs. Lots of people observed the transition.


Thanks for the tour! I really want those bathroom tiles!

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Dec 20, 2018 11:22:04   #
PAToGraphy Loc: Portland ME area
 
BlueMorel wrote:
Great set - I especially like the one at the cemetery - it evokes all sorts of feelings and memories.
A photo always has extra meaning depending on who took it and who is viewing it.


Your comment is so correct. I love old stuff too - never know what you'll find in the woods (same here: drive till their done and then dump them). I have quite a few insulators like yours. Beautiful color - occasionally in remote areas I still see poles with the insulators on them. Usually they are next to newer poles and technology and I marvel that no one has removed the old insulators. Nice set.

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Dec 20, 2018 11:28:37   #
BlueMorel Loc: Southwest Michigan
 
photophile wrote:
Lakewood Park history: On the other side of the fence is a small cove which was used as a Station in the Underground Railroad in which slaves from the South were guided to freedom via boats across Lake Erie.

I enjoy the little tidbits of history and background you give with your photos. Great view of the city in this one! Our area was near a main route of the Underground Railroad up through Michigan. One wonders how in the world they made it so far without being found out! I was surprised when I first moved to Michigan to find little pockets of their descendants scattered up and down the middle and west part of Michigan.

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Dec 20, 2018 11:29:37   #
photophile Loc: Lakewood, Ohio, USA
 
danersmiff wrote:
I might have a story for you...


My mom played an upright piano by ear so I enjoyed that image most.

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