Tag Archives: Kaskaskia River

Fall faves

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Marla Rose

I hope you’re enjoying the rise and fall of October days!

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I concede.

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Marla Rose

I had such hopes.I kept the faith. My hopes fell like the autumn leaves. No Indian Summer this fall for Central Illinois. But faith is knowing the sun will shine again … despite snow in November! Even Bubbles decided to … Continue reading →

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Falling back

Posted on November 4, 2018 by Marla Rose

The beautiful season of autumn lets your senses sail away.  Fall in the country has it’s very own smell. The trick is to breathe deeply and notice it! Reminisce a bit, then brush your hands off, and appreciate each beautiful … Continue reading →

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Coffee on the bridge, anyone?

Posted on March 21, 2017 by Marla Rose

So, I really wanted to park on the Coplin Bridge and drink my coffee this morning. Would anyone be able to blame me? Friends, I hope you see a beautiful image this week!

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Soul Sunday

Posted on March 19, 2017 by Marla Rose

Everyone needs a place where their soul finds peace.  Since Pig-Farmer’s schedule and the budget isn’t allowing for my derriere to be seated pool- or beach-side, with a fruity drink in my hand, I am lucky to have the river … Continue reading →

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Monday, the 13th & closet follow-up

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Marla Rose

Why do people get so worked up about Friday, the 13th?  I believe Monday, the 13th, especially the Monday after Daylight Saving Time begins, is much more sinister.  Once again, it was dark as I drove to work … in the … Continue reading →

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The little things

Posted on February 26, 2017 by Marla Rose

Sometimes, it’s the little things that brighten a week. Like a frosty morning Happy hello. It’s now daylight as I cross the Kaskaskia River on my drive to work. And I love small towns. Especially my small town of Shelbyville. … Continue reading →

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Posted on February 10, 2017 by Marla Rose

Winter in Illinois can challenge a person to look a little harder for nature’s beauty.  Luckily, I got to see and photograph this sunset. A walk in the timber, overlooking the Kaskaskia River, rarely disappoints, too. Plus, the energy exerted … Continue reading →

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Not your average November

Posted on November 20, 2016 by Marla Rose

Fall in central Illinois hung on as long as it could this year, with a much later frost. We’ve had foggy mornings, with a Super Moon appearing all night and into the early morning. Beautiful lunch hours – eating outside in … Continue reading →

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Photo Friday ~ November 4, 2016

Posted on November 4, 2016 by Marla Rose

I had hoped to get this Photo Friday out this morning, but I was running behind. Groan …. sorry, I couldn’t stop myself from being a smart ass. Anyhoo, Fall has been a little behind, too. Each day the drive to … Continue reading →

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