For our anniversary, my husband gave me a very nice digital camera. I put it to good use this summer during my travels. It is so enjoyable to look back through photos and remember special moments. Here are a few of my favorites.
Photographing scenery at Saddle Pass in the South Dakota Badlands.
A gorgeous metal sculpture of a pierced hand with butterfly resting on the finger; Porter Sculpture Park in Montrose, SD.
Goldfish lined up along the road at the Sculpture Park.
My son enjoying a snack on a pile of stones at a family gold claim.
The famous Al’s Oasis sign at Oacoma, South Dakota.
Becoming acquainted with The Ballerina at Porter Sculpture Park.
Choosing the perfect steed for a carousel ride is very important.
Our first apple tree gave us five incredible tasting apples this summer!
Watching festivities at the Junction City Fourth of July carnival.
Fishing with Daddy for perch on Horseshoe Bay in Marble Falls, Texas.
My sister getting friendly with a skeleton at Porter Sculpture Park.
Relaxing at the Chipmunk Village on the family gold claim.
My son, feeling on top of the world.
My mother smiling and enjoying an afternoon on the gold claim.
The breathtaking view at Falls Park in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
A fantastic photo of Ross the Dog, taken by my daughter on her digital camera.
A raggedy sunflower in my backyard, turned toward the morning sunlight.
I hope that you all had a memorable summer, and that your autumn is crisp and refreshing!
~G
A Pioneer's Journey 