Rural Decay

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

Hello, Duckies

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

Dragons and Swords

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

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.

Junk Yard

Lost of rust in this field.

School Rules

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 The graphics are a little outdated.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

Dusk at the Cemetery

A last ray of sunshine at Morris Hill Cemetery.

Pretty is Popping

An early daffodil in a sunny spot near a rock.

Mirrors and Mountains

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

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.

Love the Lichen

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

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.

View from the Central Bench

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

The Future Can be Found on the Carpet

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

Always Watching

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

Valentine's Day

Metal art heart at a local nursery.

A Blind Date Could Lead to Love

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

A Sign of Spring?

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

A Welcome Sign of Spring

Crocus is waking up.

Buddha Rescue

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

Green Lights

The green tinge of the lighting matches the business name.

I'd Like to Buy a Vowell?

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.

Cat on a Leash

Mellow kitty accompanying a girl at a gardening class.

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.

Fresh Fluff for Thursday

We are reminded today that it is still winter.

Demonstration Chair

A sign without context near the Statehouse.

"Granma's Attic"

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

New Snow on the Butte

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