Texas humor ... when we saw this sign & the
cemetery behind it, we were cracking up!
Texas countryside ... the good ol' days gone before us ...
Augustine Haiduser, a Czech leader, scholar, journalist,
statesman served in the Confederate Army 1864-85
A piece of Texan history ... what happened
behind these walls, were there pioneers that
fought of the Indians, did Davey Crockett
visit ... were they rich, or poor ... did children
romp thru the fields as their parents worked
their fingers to the bone for a living ...
Monument tomb hill ...
remains of the Texans killed in the Dawson Massacre
Henry Kreische 1821-82
An influential German immigrant he purchased 175 acres & was a stone mason
Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery
Isn't this just the most awesome ...
A bridge to the valley walk ...
Thar ur snakes in them thar grasses, M'am. Welllllll, then I
ain'ta goin' ... purdy path tho ...
The trees in Texas have such a beautiful form ...
A vintage pic ...
Truly I wasn't meant for living in those days
back when but I so love looking at the remnants
of yore ...
Museum collection ...
Oh, those were the days! & that was probably a pretty penny back then!
Museum items ...
I cannot imagine washing clothes in that tub &
working that wringer ...
Museum treasures ...
The valley gorge ...
Remnants of the men who lost their lives in the Dawson Massacre tomb.
Dawson massacre monument overlooking the valley ...
Monument Hill is hallowed grounds of the remains of the men who perished in the struggle for TX independence.In 1842 Texan forces battled at Salado Creek to
repel Mexican invaders who captured nearby
San Antonio.
The valley is breathtakingly beautiful, so peaceful ...
You can hear the gentle rush of the water from
afar ...
IF you look closely to the middle left side of the tree you
will see a black image ... it is a huge bird that made funny
noises ...
Wandering thru the countryside, the clouds
were awesome ...
A charming little town ...
Time is ticking away ...
What a lovely building & monument with flags surrounding the entire premises.
TOO many beautiful pictures! Love them all but the old barn and the trees are my favorites! Enjoy your day my friend! Hope it is a happy one:) HUGS!
ReplyDeleteMmmmm, mmmm, mmm!!! Did I ever enjoy this piece of Texas you've shared. Love, love, LOVE it all. And yes, I could hear the gentle rush of the water through the valley.
ReplyDeleteAwesome, just simply awesome. Every BIT of it.
I've never been to Texas...but feel as if I've visited thanks to you...:)JP
ReplyDeleteLove the salon sign. LOL!
ReplyDeleteEspecially the part about walk ins being welcome! :)
Very pretty scenery! That sign is funny where it's placed.
ReplyDeleteLoved the little tour. It looks like a great area to visit. Have a great day.
ReplyDeleteWelcome to Texas! Looks like you are havin' a great time and enjoying all the history and scenery that Texas has to offer. Travelin' the back roads and small towns is the best way to go! I've seen that Beauty Shop Sign before, but not in quite that same location....very astute! Loved all your pictures. Ya'll have a great visit...look forward to more pictures...Sue
ReplyDeleteWonderful post, I do love museums and history. Very grounding. The sign is very funny.
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Marcie
I love visiting Texas and your wonderful pictures bring back so many memories of past trips, I especially like the small towns....hugs, Linda
ReplyDeleteLoved every minute of the history lesson. It's one of my favorite things to do. I prefer the older version of any town...until lunchtime! LOL
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing- and I love the gorge photos. Have not seen any other near as beautiful.
Hugs- Tete
This is a great post. Full of great photos and historical facts too. I have visited Texas 3 times. Our son lives in Austin. One one visit we went to San Antonio. Austin itself is a beautiful city so clean and alive. Thanks for stopping by. Blessings
ReplyDeleteQMM
Absolutely lovely photos. I think I learned more Texas tidbits here today, than I have living in Texas for the past 5 years! ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
Maureen
What a beautiful post! The first pic had me cackling!
ReplyDeleteMarydon dearest, what a wonderful surprise to get a visit and come here to your neck of the woods! I THANK YOU FOR THIS FABULOUS TOUR OF TEXAS, a place I have never been and I was born in California. I have traveled mostly on the east coast and then ended up here in the midwest! LOVELY, WONDERFUL, and I pray that you enjoy the exciting holidays coming up!!!! WOOO HOOO PRAISE GOD! Bless your soul dearest, Anita
ReplyDeleteWhat an enjoyable visit. I love touring old places. I love history. Barns are my favorite. Yes it does look so peaceful and can imagine the sounds. Have a blessed day Marydon.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures and history of Texas. I lived south of Houston for 12 yrs. and one of my favorite places to visit each year was the Painted Churches (west of Houston and east of San Anton).... IF you ever get back, visit them.. You can find info on the internet... They are awesome.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!!!!!
Hugs,
Betsy
The muted browns and grays are so peaceful, I find my soul responds to them in a way of quiet longing. Lovely road trip, Marydon; thanks for taking me along.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your trip with us. Wonderful pictures. I especially like the picture of the old barn.
ReplyDeleteMarydon honey I love love these pictures of your trip.
ReplyDeleteYou are just so creative and thoughtful to do such a wonderful post about Texas.
Love it and you
Maggie
PS
Sorry you have not received your package from the giveaway I turned it in the same day you won. I will check on it.
Oh how fun. I grew up in a really small town in Texas. Great memories This reminds me of those days. Glad you had a great trip. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteMarydon what a great day in Texas a very proud state. Been there many times. I love all their old towns. CA has many too. I love the old west towns. Lots of nice photos and history to read here today. Thanks for sharing your lovely state with me! been to Uvalde, San Antonio and some darling town along the beach which escapes my brain at the moment, but they recently had a hurricane. I love Texas but it's very muggy for me when I am used to hot dry heat. Have a wonderful day! Big hugs
ReplyDeleteI love that you are traveling and enjoying such beautiful places! Your nieces are beautiful! Thanks so much for supporting and enjoying my Christian site! Big Hugs to a wonderful lady!! Kerrie
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful pictures. Thanks for the little tour of Texas. No snakes please.
ReplyDeleteWow you really went on a trip didn't you? Love the pictures of where you were. Hope you are feeling better! sandie
ReplyDeleteMarydon,
ReplyDeleteI so enjoyed your pictures of Texas I too was not made for that time in history pretty happy with things of today...thanks for visiting me today have a very Happy Thanksgiving
Hugz!!
I think you had lot's of fun taking the picture for us.
ReplyDeleteThanks they were great.
Thanks for your visit and all the interesting things here in your post! :D
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing these beautiful pictures. I agree I don't think I would have wanted to live in those days, but I love looking at the pictures and reading about the history.
ReplyDeleteThanks for visiting and your kind comments.
Sandy
Fascinating pictures and post, Marydon. That first one made me laugh too! HA! :D
ReplyDeleteOh what beautiful pics Marydon! Looks like a lovely trip.
ReplyDeleteIs this outside of La Grange? Wonderful pictures, thanks for sharing. I'll have to put that on my "to visit" list!
ReplyDeleteVery interesting pictures! I've been to Texas once, but flew in and out, so didn't see any of the countryside!
ReplyDeleteKatherine
You are a great photo taker! I love these shots. The current and the past all together. Beautifully blended. Thanks sweet friend ! Anne
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