Monday, February 29, 2016

Rural Decay

This crumbling barn is on the west end of Hill Road. These structures are getting harder to find.

Sunday, February 28, 2016

Hello, Duckies

Some canals are filling with run-off as snow melts. Most will stay at a trickle until upstream dams are opened.

Saturday, February 27, 2016

Dragons and Swords

Black-light display at the Boise Rock, Gem and Fossil Show.

Friday, February 26, 2016

Postcard Treasure

Photo of a vintage postcard found at an antique store in California. The Natatorium isn't this grand anymore, but you can still swim there.

Thursday, February 25, 2016

Junk Yard

Lost of rust in this field.

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

School Rules

Rules posted at a middle school. The graphics are a little outdated. Kiddos may not recognize those devices.

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Dusk at the Cemetery

A last ray of sunshine at Morris Hill Cemetery.

Monday, February 22, 2016

Pretty is Popping

An early daffodil in a sunny spot near a rock.

Sunday, February 21, 2016

Mirrors and Mountains

Mirrored building reflecting blue skies. View from the top of the Lincoln Garage at Boise State University.

Saturday, February 20, 2016

Goodbye, Church

The University Christian Church at Boise State University is being demolished to make way for a new building. It was mid-century modern architecture, but that wasn't enough to save it.

Friday, February 19, 2016

Love the Lichen

A heart-shaped lichen on a gravestone at Morris Hill Cemetery.

Thursday, February 18, 2016

THE Cookbook of the 1980s

A binder-edition of the cookbook everyone had to purchase in the 1980s. Found in a thrift store. Still stuffed with fabulous recipes for salads and game.

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

View from the Central Bench

Some hints of spring green can be seen in this view of Downtown Boise, from the Central Bench.

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

The Future Can be Found on the Carpet

Magic area of the carpet in the Boise Centre on the Grove.

Monday, February 15, 2016

Always Watching

Woman in a second story window - always watching. She has a "sister" in the other window.

Sunday, February 14, 2016

Valentine's Day

Metal art heart at a local nursery.

Saturday, February 13, 2016

A Blind Date Could Lead to Love

Offerings for Valentine's Day at the local library branch.

Friday, February 12, 2016

A Sign of Spring?

A flock of brightly-colored birds must be a sign that we've turned the corner on winter!

Thursday, February 11, 2016

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Buddha Rescue

This yard decor was found next to a dumpster. Buddha has a new home in a garden.

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Green Lights

The green tinge of the lighting matches the business name.

Sunday, February 7, 2016

Peeking Around a Corner

Natural Bridge - 1994, by David Berry. This steel sculpture looks like it's made of rock. It reflects Native American art found in the region.

Saturday, February 6, 2016

Cat on a Leash

Mellow kitty accompanying a girl at a gardening class.

Friday, February 5, 2016

Get Hitched

A curbside relic found mostly in Boise's North End: a hitching post. The carriage horses, or a single horse, was tied to the post for a steady dismount.

Thursday, February 4, 2016

Fresh Fluff for Thursday

We are reminded today that it is still winter.

Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Demonstration Chair

A sign without context near the Statehouse.

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

"Granma's Attic"

This used toy store/artist studio is in the Central Rim neighborhood, on Emerald St.

Monday, February 1, 2016

New Snow on the Butte

While it appears Square Butte stands alone from this angle, it's really part of the range above Boise