Here's Your Sign

Load 'em Up

A train crane - to load and unload the containers.

My, What a Big Nest

Every year, a Canada goose chooses the haystack near Hewlett Packard as her "nest."

Tire Swing

Did you have one of these in the yard growing up?

Museum at the Train Tracks

The old train station in Nampa, which is now a museum.

A Real Speakeasy?

Found this one in Nampa. No time to check it out. Does have a fun entrance? The only speakeasy I've been to is Capo's in Las Vegas. LOVED that place.

Gateway

Seen on Franklin Road, not far from the mall.

What Are You Doing This Weekend?

The Forsythia is Waking Up

Not fully in bloom, yet, but soon. There's an old saying around here that when the forsythia blooms, it's time to trim the rose bushes. I know what I'll be doing this weekend :)

Hold It

But, now it's spring! Sure felt like it yesterday, too. At most public parks, the restrooms are closed during the cold season.

Blue Bird Home

Spiffy new bird house for spring.

The Magic Broom

After seeing posts from folks trying this trick in stores, I gave it a try at home. Yep. It works.

First Week of Spring

We should see this snowy view for another month, at least, with snow at the very top possibly staying until June.

Wall Sculpture

A sculpted mural on the side of a business in Southeast Boise.

Friendly Bear, or Scary Bear?

This bear family mural is at Garfield Elementary in Southeast Boise.

Like St. Patrick's Day Much?

"Wearin' o'the green" taken to an extreme.

Rain, Rain, Rain

These critters are happy. Some Boiseans are beginning to complain about the persistent gray skies and drizzle. Looking at weather notes, we're still a little low on rainfall for the month, and usually only see 6 totally clear sky days in March.

Goose Barn

Interesting perch for a Canada goose.

Girl on a Swing

Disclosure: this is my kiddo.

Sami History Lesson

We attended a celebration of life over the weekend, and learned a little about the Sami - who are the indegenous people of Finland and Norway. Idaho is also home to a pocket of Finnish influence not far from McCall, where buildings featuring Finnish architecture have been preserved.

Goldfinch

We're seeing a lot of goldinches this spring.

Crazy Banana Lady

Saw a woman riding a bicycle in the Linen District with this sign.

Fruit Stand

A sunshine day today. Happy weekend!

Full Worm Moon

No, that's not a worm on the face of the moon, it's a tree branch. March is called the full worm moon because it's when robins start getting active...eating worms.

Fishing for Breakfast

Boise has many in-town fishing opportunities, not just in the Boise River, but also at the numerous ponds that are regularly stocked with trout.

Alternate Transportation

This is Idaho :)

Fancy Nails

Much fancier than mine.

Gourd Wagon

At Reggie's Veggies on Milwaukee at Ustick.

Kid Art in a Coffee Shop

Elementary school artists.

Snow Princess

Yesterday's snow was just enough for a little bit of kid fun. It should all melt by the end of the weekend.

Snowy Robin

He's got a snowy beak.

Doorways

Turn left between one of those arches and you find the door.