Random Photo Thread: The Sequel

[buckytom]

We spent some time in Williamstown MA this afternoon, viewing original documents from the birth of our nation. The Chapin Library at Williamstown College houses an unsigned Declaration of Independence, a draft copy of The Constitution complete with editing notes by one of our forefathers, and George Washington's personal copy of The Federalist. It was inspiring to see all of these relics from turbulent times in our country, knowing that we're still going strong in spite of our troubles and differences. Puts a little hope in one's heart that this too shall pass. Oh, pictures:

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Oh, so cool.

Yeah, we'll be OK. When everyone stops thinking their opinion matters more than anyone else's.
Everyone agrees that equality is a great thing. But some folks believe they should be more equal than others;.

 

[Cheryl J]

We spent some time in Williamstown MA this afternoon, viewing original documents from the birth of our nation. The Chapin Library at Williamstown College houses an unsigned Declaration of Independence, a draft copy of The Constitution complete with editing notes by one of our forefathers, and George Washington's personal copy of The Federalist. It was inspiring to see all of these relics from turbulent times in our country, knowing that we're still going strong in spite of our troubles and differences. Puts a little hope in one's heart that this too shall pass. Oh, pictures:

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Thanks so much for sharing these pics and your experiences, CG.

 

[RPCookin]

We spent some time in Williamstown MA this afternoon, viewing original documents from the birth of our nation. The Chapin Library at Williamstown College houses an unsigned Declaration of Independence, a draft copy of The Constitution complete with editing notes by one of our forefathers, and George Washington's personal copy of The Federalist. It was inspiring to see all of these relics from turbulent times in our country, knowing that we're still going strong in spite of our troubles and differences. Puts a little hope in one's heart that this too shall pass. Oh, pictures:

Cool. I love that kind of stuff.

 

[RPCookin]

My sister tried to get a perfect shot of an aspen leaf... I just went for the whole lot... and included her as well.

 

[Kayelle]

How cool is that CG!!


Rick I always love your photo's and this one is another example of telling a beautiful subtle story without words. You are truly talented.

 

[buckytom]

^^^ +1. ^^^

Aspens are beautiful (I'm sure you sis is as well).

I may have to cut down/dig out an ornaments tree near my garage that didn't do well after last winter. If it doesn't come ack next year, I was thinking of putting in an Aspen. Either that, or White Birch.

Your pics do the beauty of the Aspens justice.

 

[caseydog]

Oh, so cool.

Yeah, we'll be OK. When everyone stops thinking their opinion matters more than anyone else's.
Everyone agrees that equality is a great thing. But some folks believe they should be more equal than others;.

Actually, the founding fathers were just as divided as we are today, but they worked it out. Too bad they weren't more specific about a few of their compromises, especially in the constitution. Specifically, the Second Amendment and the Establishment Clause. I guess they didn't foresee those things becoming such a big deal in 240-some years.

I tend to think that if the FF knew what the 21st century would look like, the constitution would be quite a bit longer and more specific. But, I am only 57, and as a teenager, I never conceived of such a thing as an iPhone.

CD

 

[RPCookin]

A couple more photos from the Durango & Silverton RR day. these do a better job of showing the mountains that the line runs through, and the Animus River Canyon which is the natural route through those mountains that the RR made use of.

 

[TATTRAT]

Great pics!

 

[TATTRAT]

Here's a few from my last adventure:

London

Salisbury

Lerwick, Shetland Isles

Iceland

Newfoundland

Nova Scotia

Portland, Maine

NYC

 

[taxlady]

Tat, great pix. Looks like you must have a great trip.

 

[PrincessFiona60]

Beautiful Tatt!

 

[Just Cooking]

Beautiful Tatt!

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Ross

 

[Andy M.]

Great photos as always, Tatt. Thanks for posting them.

 

[buckytom]

Very cool, Tatt.

 

[Addie]

Tatt, thank you so much for lifting my spirits. I have been having some down days lately, and your beautiful pictures, as always, have lifted me right up again back to my old self.

Again, THANK YOU!

 

[Cooking Goddess]

Here's a few from my last adventure:...

I first looked at these on my phone and though they were very nice, TATT. Then I looked at them on my laptop. Wow, all I can now say is "stunning". You sure have a talent. Thanks for sharing.

 

[RPCookin]

Great photos Tat!

 

[TATTRAT]

Tat, great pix. Looks like you must have a great trip.

Thanks, it was! It ticked a lot of boxes for us, and it was kind of the trip of a lifetime. Going to be hard to top, but we'll try!

Beautiful Tatt!

Thanks, PF!

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Ross

Thanks, Ross!

Great photos as always, Tatt. Thanks for posting them.

Thanks, Andy!

Very cool, Tatt.

Thank you, BT!

Tatt, thank you so much for lifting my spirits. I have been having some down days lately, and your beautiful pictures, as always, have lifted me right up again back to my old self.

Again, THANK YOU!

Thanks for the kind words, Addie! Glad I could help in any way!

I first looked at these on my phone and though they were very nice, TATT. Then I looked at them on my laptop. Wow, all I can now say is "stunning". You sure have a talent. Thanks for sharing.

Thanks, CG! If you ever want to kill some time, my signature links to all my photos.

Great photos Tat!

Thanks!!

 

[caseydog]

So, I am photographing a $250K, 100-point Jaguar today, and someone decided to be the center of attention. I was sitting on the ground, lining up my shot, and here it flies in. Look, it is even looking at the camera.

CD

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