The New Normal with COVID 19: One week Shelter in Place in Photos: Arthur, IL

On a Friday and Saturday, I walked around our tourist town to take some photos to show how empty it was after one week of “Shelter in Place.” Normally on a Friday night, our 133 highway is busy with families heading to dinner, an event at the school, or just out and about. Even though

Photography: Sunset Moments in May

  I took advantage of some 80 degree weather in our area today and took some beautiful sunset shots… There was even some great timing when a train passed on by and even an Amish buggy…

Poetry: Chasing Rainbows (While on Narcotics–Prescription of course)

Okay, so I’ve been having some bad back pain. I was prescribed some halfway potent pain killers. And..well they’ve had some interesting side-effects.. one-of making me feel like I am barely here and having some very–umm..creative thoughts. So, what is a writer to do with these-weird feelings? Of course.. write something! So I came up

Dark Poetry: Where’s the Love

Still is the air In a world gone black. Peace knows no glory And all hope was released into a red cresent moon, When humanity traded their souls, For an unknown deadly cost. The remaining few gasp for air In a failing world Of lost spirit, And confused identities… They refused to turn in their

Amish buggy in Arthur, Illinois

My Amish Buggy Photo Gift….  A potholder. This is an original Amish buggy in Arthur, Illninois- the heart of Amishland. $20.00 Pot holders can fancy up your favorite dishes and also make a great housewarming gift! These pot holders are thick and durable to protect you and your furniture from hot or cold items. Add

Photograph: Amish Buggy in Arthur, Illinois

Seeing Amish buggies in Arthur, Illinois is a common occurence. Although, for some who don’t live around this area, they don’t see it often. Thought I would take a photo of one to share with those of you who follow my blog. I know to some, it is pretty awesome to see these, since they