Sky Watch Friday: Luther Memorial and Bell Tower

Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas, the University of Mary-Hardin Baylor is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in Texas.  Pays tribute to the original building on UMHB's campus. The memorial pays tribute to Luther Hall, the first building constructed on campus when UMHB moved from Independence, Texas in 1886. Luther … Continue reading Sky Watch Friday: Luther Memorial and Bell Tower

Throwback Thursday: Wakulla River Boat Tour

Originally posted Nov 29th, 2012.   I took this photo on the Wakulla River in Florida. We stayed at the The Lodge at Wakulla Springs located in Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park.  Built in 1930's the Lodge features 27 rooms uniquely decorated for the time period. The historic lodge is well-maintained and includes a full-service … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Wakulla River Boat Tour

Sky Watch Friday: Texas Sunset in Texas

Wishing all a Happy New Year. Taken near Liberty Hill Texas Check out The Sky Watch Blog.  

Throwback Thursday: Big

Today's Throwback Thursday was originally posted on Oct 17, 2012. It was for a weekly photo challenge with the topic big. It is one of my favorite shots.  I took it on the sunset cruise we took in Marathon, Florida. For this shot I'm lying down underneath the sail.

Throwback Thursday: Sunset in the Keys

 From October 4, 2012. Location: Marathon, Florida

Throwback Thursday: Sunset Over 7 Mile Bridge

From September 27, 2012. Took this on our trip to the Florida Keys.   One of the highlights of the trip was a sunset cruise. This is a famous Seven Mile Bridge located just outside of Marathon, Florida. The original Seven Mile Bridge was built by Henry Flagler as a part of his Florida East … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Sunset Over 7 Mile Bridge

Throwback Thursday: Ponce Inlet Lighthouse

From July 12, 2012. The Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse began as the Mosquito Inlet Lighthouse in 1883. Construction began in 1884 and was completed in 1886. It was first lit in November 1887. In the 1920s the Lighthouse service added indoor plumbing and bathrooms in the keepers' building. In 1925 electricity arrived at the … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: Ponce Inlet Lighthouse