The statue in the foreground Barnard's of the Brazos pays homage to Charles and Juana Barnard, founding patriarchs of Glen Rose. The bronze was sculpted by well-known local artist, Robert Summers. Big Rocks, Check out The Sky Watch Blog.
Sky Watch Friday: Stormy Day
Took this in July on our summer road trip. Big Rocks Park is located along the Paluxy River in Glen Rose, Texas. The river was down quite a bit. A much needed rain storm, was looming in the background. Big Rocks, Check out The Sky Watch Blog.
Sky Watch Friday: Welcome Aggieland
Texas A&M opened October 4, 1876 as the Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas. it became the first public institution of higher education in Texas. The named changed in 1963 when A&M became a university. A&M was founded under the Morrill Act (land grant college). Under the Morrill Act A&M's purpose was to "leading … Continue reading Sky Watch Friday: Welcome Aggieland
Top 10: Songs That Get Stuck in Your Head
Caught a clip last week on the Wally Show about songs that get stuck in your head. Of course, it sounded like a great topic for a top 10 list. Oh, by the way, I discovered there is a name for this "earworms." Some of the songs that made the list I like, some well...then … Continue reading Top 10: Songs That Get Stuck in Your Head
Top 10: Valentine’s Day Playlist
Well, this almost didn't get posted due technical difficulties. The Valentine's/Date idea top 10 list I posted several years ago are still among the post popular posts at TDZ. This year I decided to add another to the collection. The Big Guy helped out with the list. Enjoy. #10: Angel by Aerosmith http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBTOGVb_cQg #9: Dishes … Continue reading Top 10: Valentine’s Day Playlist
Top 10: Student Excuses
#10: "It is too hard." I've been surprised by the growing number of very bright and otherwise successful students that are afraid of failure. When a task is too hard they want to quit or get out of the class. Often the reason stated is that a low grade will have a negative impact on … Continue reading Top 10: Student Excuses
Top 10: TV Theme Songs
This actually started as a conversation The Big Guy and I had a few months ago. Don't know how the conversation started but apparently I had spent more time thinking about the best or iconic TV themes than he had. Maybe it is a band thing. We did play several of these in band. #10: … Continue reading Top 10: TV Theme Songs
The Dee Zone 