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citrus-cactus · 17 days ago
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I was thinking about buying a book through Bookshop.org, then remembered my absolute favorite independent bookstore—The Tattered Cover, who I’ve continued to try and support even though I live out of state—was purchased by Barnes and Noble a few months ago. Sure enough, they are no longer selectable on Bookshop.org.
I will find another indie bookstore to support through online purchases (probably Boulder Bookstore)… but man. That really stings.
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maguro13-2 · 3 months ago
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Forgot to Mentioned : August 1 Is the Centennial Day of the Centennial State
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Let's all Sink that in that August 1st the B-Day of the Centennial State! I repeat! Augusta 1st is the Centennial State's B-Day
Kenny : (muffled) What!?
*Gets crushed by the word SORRY*
Stan : OH MY GOD! THEY KILLED KENNY!
Kyle: YOU BASTARDS!
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daylerogers · 5 months ago
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Dream A Little Dream
Two of our dearest friends have just moved to Colorado, a place near and dear to our hearts. Our fourth child was born there–mostly because I didn’t want to leave when I was supposed to and have her in Wisconsin where we were living at the time. Our daughter is a dear for sending us pictures of their hikes around the many mountains of the Centennial State, named that because it became a state…
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shutterandsentence · 3 months ago
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"The Lord is good to all; He has compassion on all He has made."
--Psalm 145:9
Photo: Estes Park, Colorado
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bevanne46 · 2 months ago
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The 1876 Centennial Quilt Project When quilt historian Karen B. Alexander saw a photo of the extraordinary 1876 Centennial Quilt on Facebook, she set out to find the quilt’s owner, in the hope that her group of quilting friends on Lopez Island might make replica 1876 quilts of their own. Barbara Menasian agreed to share her quilt with the group, and Anne Dawson set out to draft the complex pattern. Two and a half years later, 23 replica quilts, in a wide variety of styles, were completed, and The 1876 Centennial Quilt Project exhibit premiered at the International Quilt Festival in Houston, Texas.
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deadpresidents · 1 year ago
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The casket of President Warren G. Harding being loaded into a car outside the Palace Hotel in San Francisco on August 3, 1923. The awning over the entry of the hotel had been draped in black mourning crepe in the hours following the President's death.
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uniqueartisanconnoisseur · 2 years ago
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Fun Finds in Fairfield, Iowa!
Fairfield, Iowa is a Midwestern town with a lot of fun finds and facts! I traveled on a hosted trip to Fairfield with a group of Midwest Travel Network bloggers. During the visit, I discovered unique stories and things to see and do. Try a scavenger hunt around the town and surrounding area to locate these fun finds! Thank you, Terry Baker, and Visit Fairfield, for having us. Are you ready to…
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kibun-niji · 26 days ago
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adidas Centennial '85 "NCAA Pack"
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bigtoeinthewind · 5 months ago
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Random Panoramas
I just found these panoramas that Google Photos made from my photo library.
Click on the photos to see the full view.
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Arizona State Line
Andrews, South Carolina
View from Smithfield Station in Smithfield, Virginia
Centennial Park, Atlanta, Georgia
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Providence, Rhode Island
Utah State Line
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xtruss · 5 months ago
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The all-new 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser is the perfect partner for an adventure through South-Central Colorado
Explore The Vast Wilderness of South-Central Colorado’s Rugged Backcountry
National Geographic Photographer Keith Ladzinski goes off-grid in the Centennial State to Rediscover this unique region.
— Photographs By Keith Ladzinski | June 3, 2024
Soaring peaks, sprawling sand dunes, and small ranch towns define the region of south-central Colorado and the San Luis Valley—one of the world’s largest alpine valleys—making it a natural launchpad for outdoor adventures like off-roading, backpacking, rock climbing, and backcountry hiking. The valley's beauty and nature also make it an ideal location for photographers looking for an off-the-beaten-path experience.
Colorad-raised National Geographic Photographer Keith Ladzinski was looking for just that. While his work documenting natural history and adventure sports takes him to the farthest reaches of the world, he loves getting back to his roots to uncover something new in unexpected places. For this assignment, he embarked on a trip from northern Colorado to the San Luis Valley to seek out rich culture, outdoor recreation, and the thrill of the open road.
I find a new nook, a new cranny. Every time I go down there, I discover a new piece of the San Luis Valley. This is a great place for a road trip with adventure along the way. You can rock climb, hike 14,000-foot peaks, ride horses, mountain bike, and find a lot of history. — Keith Ladzinski, National Geographic Photographer
In order to get out in the backcountry, travelers and photographers should be prepared to bring along all the tools needed, such as a GPS for when there is no cell service, camera equipment with a myriad of lenses, and the right vehicle—like the all-new 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser—which will not only take you on your off-road adventures but will also get you back.
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Whether driving the dirt roads through the San Luis Valley or exploring the many small towns in the region, a vehicle like the all-new 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser can amplify the experience with full-time 4WD and trail-ready tech.
The San Luis Valley encompasses 8,000 square miles spread across six counties bordered by jagged mountains. To the east are the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, named in 1719 by a Spanish explorer. To the west are the San Juans, and to the north are the Saguache Mountains. These mountains surround one of the world’s largest high desert valleys at 8,100 feet. The San Luis Valley hosts nearly a dozen “Fourteeners” (14,000-foot mountain peaks) to climb, including Blanca Peak (14,350 feet), the fourth highest in the state, and Culebra Peak (14,047 feet), the highest in the Culebra Range, making it an ideal location for climbers and other adventure-seekers. The area also boasts numerous small-but-hardy towns, like Alamosa and Del Norte. These towns provide a snapshot of the region’s culture, as well as a window into its past.
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The 8,000-square-mile San Luis Valley is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including wild horses and juniper trees, that survive in sometimes harsh conditions: a testament to the incredible life that can be found in south-central Colorado.
One of the area’s most breathtaking sights is the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, where the tallest dunes in North America showcase Sahara-like sands between alpine lakes, grasslands, wetlands, and forests. Visitors can hike and "surf" or sled down miles of dunes while carving out their own trails of the 30-square-mile active dunefield. Hidden Dune and Star Dune are tied for the tallest dunes in North America at 741 feet from base to peak. At night, the Milky Way and a plethora of constellations light up this certified International Dark Sky Park.
While the darkness is a draw for stargazers, the sunrises and sunsets in this region offer unique ambient lighting for photographers. At sunset, the Sangre de Cristo Mountains turn the iconic blood-red hue that gives them their name (“Blood of Christ”). But Ladzinski found beautiful lighting in less obvious places on his recent assignment. Trinchera Ranch, where Ladzinski spent several days, protects over 172,000 acres of protected landscape that includes not only extensive wildlife habitat, but opportunities for a range of outdoor activities. Thanks to the ranch’s conservation efforts, the pristine area features rivers, streams, aspen and conifer forests, and a myriad of hidden spots to photograph.
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The Sangre de Cristo Mountains are illuminated at sunset.
Some of Ladzinski's most memorable moments involved finding perfectly illuminated landscapes. One early morning, he hiked out around Trinchera Ranch to capture a waterfall with a long exposure because he liked its structure and clean cascades.
“As someone who loves to shoot landscapes, a scene like that is so inviting,” he said. “It was right as the sky started to take on a different color. That compositional opportunity allowed me to riff less, look more.”
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The incredible sunrises and sunsets in the San Luis Valley allowed Ladzinski to find the perfect light for capturing this waterfall (Top) and cottonwood trees (Bottom).
Another photo that demanded to be captured: leafless cottonwood trees at twilight, as the sky transitioned from yellow to purple. Ladzinski spent 20 minutes walking beneath a cottonwood grove admiring the twisting structures of leaves and branches.
“I love photographing trees," he said. "It was quite a special moment to me.”
Beyond the incredible landscapes beckoning adventure, there are also vast regions of preserved land for wildlife. The San Luis Valley National Wildlife Refuge Complex comprises the 12,000-acre Alamosa National Wildlife Refuge, the 15,000-acre Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge, and the 93,000-acre Baca National Wildlife Refuge, each geographically diverse. Over 20,000 migrating sandhill cranes descend into the San Luis Valley from February to March yearly, then again from September through November. Sandhill cranes are just one of the hundreds of bird species enjoying the various wetlands, riparian corridors, grasslands, and rolling uplands of the San Luis Valley National Wildlife Refuge Complex and the Great Sand Dunes National Park, but thanks to their size and majestic manner, they’re a favorite sight among visitors.
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Sandhill cranes are an incredible part of the area's diversity and spend part of each spring and fall in this valley.
The sandhill crane migration is mostly associated with Nebraska and those areas of the country, but you get a small piece of it that comes through the San Luis Valley. It’s unique in that you’re not looking at prairie and wetland. You’re looking at 14,000-foot mountains with birds coming into tiny wetlands. From that perspective, you get a mash-up of different pieces of Colorado. — Keith Ladzinski, National Geographic Photographer
Exploring these impressive landmarks requires a vehicle with grit and the ability to conquer rugged terrain. A vehicle like the all-new 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser is an ideal partner for exploration ahead.
There is no shortage of epic adventures and unique experiences in the San Luis Valley and south-central Colorado. From driving through juniper-wooded forests with alpine vibes and mountain views to exploring pastures and wetlands filled with wildlife, this region just might be the perfect place to reconnect with nature—and yourself.
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runawaycarouselhorse · 1 year ago
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Guys, he wasn't just an adult during the revolutionary war, he served in it.
"Conrad Heyer was an American farmer, veteran of the American Revolutionary War, and centenarian. He is often credited as being the earliest-born person to have been photographed alive, although several other contenders are known, most notably a shoemaker named John Adams."
John Adams was also a revolutionary war vet, born in 1745, this was him at 100 years old.
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when there’s an old photograph, AND the guy in it is really old, it’s like, wow, that guy is super old
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inboundremblog · 6 months ago
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Best Things To Do, Spokane: A Guide to the Top Attractions in the City
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Credit: Image by Gayatri Malhotra | Unsplash
Must Visit Things to Do in Spokane
Spokane, situated in Washington State, is an active city that captures the essence of new-age city life alongside stunning natural scenery. The city offers its visitors breathtakingly beautiful parks, significant historical monuments and buildings, a variety of attractive art immersion, and a great variety of view food. If you're seeking out things to do, Spokane will not let you down.
At the same time, almost anyone interested in this beautiful city might be satisfied, whether you are interested in nature, history, the arts, or cuisine. Spokane has a lot to offer, and the following is the list of five recommended things to do in Spokane that tourists should visit.
Explore Riverfront Park
Riverfront Park is one of the major attractions in Spokane, WashCentre's Center. It is 100 acres, so it has many sights and can provide many exciting things to do for everyone.
The park's green space was constructed initially for the 1974 World's Fair and remains a free-access cultural facility for nationals and tourists nowadays.
Iconic Spokane Falls
Of the highlighted geographical structures in the park, the most impressive feature is probably Spokane Falls. These waterfalls are significant and unique, and while there are no helicopter tours or full-on treks through Victoria Falls, several viewing platforms throughout the park allow for the breathtaking sight.
For a better perspective, spin the Spokane Falls SkyRide, a gondola ride that visually narrates the falls and their vicinity.
Numerica SkyRide
Another popular attraction is the Numerica SkyRide in Riverfront Park, quickly becoming popular. This type of gondola ride is one of the highlights of any visit to this city, as is the beautiful falls it overlooks.
The actual ride takes roughly 15 minutes, and the exciting part is that there are myriad photo-worthy views throughout the experience.
Looff Carrousel
You can ride in the historical Looff Carrousel, a centennial carousel with intricately carved wooden horses for the kids and the child in you. This fun ride attracts kids and the young due to its timeless appeal.
Skate Ribbon and Pavilion
Riverfront Park's entertainment features include an ice ribbon that turns into a roller path. Nestled to the ribbon is the U.S. Pavilion, a large facility utilized for performances, functions, and a spectacular illumination show. Due to its construction and colorful environment, the pavilion can be considered the park's Center.
The M.A.C. Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture
For those who want to understand the history and culture of the Inland Northwest area, a journey to the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture (M.A.C.) is a must.
This Center is located in the city's Browne's Addition neighborhoods and has a rich collection of exhibits, including art, history, and Native American culture.
Permanent Collections
This museum's collection is focused on objects from Native American cultures, especially the Plateau cultures of the Pacific Northwest. These collections give a rich history of the Aboriginal community that lived in the area for several generations.
Rotating Exhibits
Besides the permanent collections, there are temporary exhibitions and installations in the M.A.C., focusing on such genres as contemporary art and history with integrated elements. This is usually the case because such exhibits tend to showcase the artists' creations from the region and depict topics related to the area's past and present experiences.
Campbell House
Right beside the museum is the Campbell House, an original early twentieth-century-styled mansion. Tours of the house are available and reveal what life was like in Spokane for the people living there in those days. The Campbell House is one of the city's biggest attractions and an essential exemplification of the area's historical and architectural traditions.
Enjoy Outdoor Adventures at Riverside State Park
Natural lovers should consider themselves lucky to get a taste of Rivers State Park, a treasure trove of opportunities for those who want to spend time in the open air. This is one of the biggest parks in Washington, covering 9,245 acres and four miles northwest of Spokane.
Hiking and Biking Trails
Within the park are numerous, well-marked trails for hiking and biking that pass through wooded areas, open fields, and along the river edge. Some of the most used trails are the Bowl and Pitcher Loop, which gives a perfect view of the Spokane River and remarkable bowl-shaped rocks.
Water Activities
The Spokane River surrounds the park, creating good water recreational opportunities. Canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boarding are fashionable leisure activities, and with flat water to go on, one can just rent a kayak for the day.
Fishermen can also see different kinds of fish in the river, a common feature of the water source.
Camping and Picnicking
Riverside State Park has numerous camping and picnic areas and is the best place for a weekend camping trip or any event. This natural reservation offers many opportunities for camping, picnicking, and other recreational activities due to its well-developed infrastructure and beautiful natural environment.
Manito Park and Botanical Gardens
Manito Park and Botanical Gardens is a verdant ninety-acre park home to several splendid gardens and stunning landscapes. This park is in Spokane's South Hill and is considered a garden lover's paradise or simply for people looking for a quiet area away from the hustle and bustle of life.
Duncan Garden
Duncan Garden is one of the well-known venues in Manito Park. It is a formal garden of the European style characterized by an exact repetition of plantages, trimmed lawns, and a water basin in the Center. When in bloom, the garden is bright with colorful flowers, giving visitors a colorful view and peacefulness.
Rose Hill
Rose Hill is another place one cannot afford to miss when in Manito Park. Over 150 varieties of roses are grown in this garden, making the environment sweet and aesthetically appealing. Tourists can view roses in their full glory and their varieties in the garden.
Japanese Garden
The Nishinomiya Tsutakawa Japanese Garden is a quiet place that hints at Japanese garden design. This calming place has water basins for koi fish, stone lamps, and trimmed trees and bushes. The Japanese Garden is best for meditation since it has a relaxing environment.
Gaiser Conservatory
The Gaiser Conservatory grows a collection of exotic plants and flowers worldwide. An indoor garden such as this one is a paradisiacal milieu that allows people to touch the tropics any time of the year. During the winter, it is mainly in demand, as people prefer to go there to take a warm and colorful rest from the frost.
Spokane boasts phenomenal natural views, countless historical sites and attractions, and a healthy dose of modern arts and recreational activities.
So, start packing, and let me guide you to the things you cannot miss while in Spokane, a city that offers fun, fun, and more fun for anyone who visits!
Discover more about the city’s attractions by reading our blog post at https://sweethomespokane.com/spokane-things-to-do/.
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shutterandsentence · 9 months ago
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Happy Leap Year!
Photo: Estes Park, Colorado
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goingplacesfarandnear · 8 months ago
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New York State Parks and Historic Sites Celebrate Centennial
Watkins Glen State Park. New York State is celebrating the centennial of its parks and historic sites system with programs and events throughout 2024. © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com  New York State Governor Kathy Hochul celebrated the centennial of the State Council of Parks creation on April 18, 1924. Landmarks across the state are being illuminated in Parks green and centennial gold…
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robmchops · 1 year ago
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Reblog for a bigger sample size.
Say in the tags what you voted for and if you live in or outside of the US
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deadpresidents · 1 year ago
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The procession transporting the casket of President Warren G. Harding from the Palace Hotel through San Francisco to return Harding's body back to Washington, D.C. aboard the train that the Presidential party had spent most of the summer traveling across the country on during Harding's "Voyage of Understanding", August 3, 1923.
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