Pirate being Pirate –
A much younger Pirate (8 years ago) hanging out with me in the woods. He’s 15ish now and doesn’t climb trees anymore, doesn’t hear all that well and his eyes are a bit dim, but he’s still the best cat we’ve ever had.
March 2009 – still in his winter coat.
Taking a break from climbing trees.
Watching the fish.
Thanks for your visit! Pirate says thanks too!
Camera: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W170
Chris
Opened in 1950, this park contains a memorial to Stephen Foster –
In 1931 Josiah K. Lilly, the son of Indiana pharmaceutical manufacturer Eli K. Lilly, suggested a memorial to composer Stephen Foster, whose song ‘Old Folks at Home’ made the Suwannee River known all over the world. The Florida Federation of Music Clubs adopted his idea and obtained contributions of land in White Springs, Florida. The Stephen Foster Memorial Commission administered the development of the park, which opened in 1950. In 1935, ‘Old Folks at Home’ was designated Florida’s official state song. Stephen Collins Foster, born in 1826, composed more than 200 songs during his lifetime.
In the early days of Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center, visitors rode on replica paddle steamers up and down the Suwannee River. The boats were named the Belle of the Suwannee and the Glendy Burke.
Other influential people include Lillian Saunders, she worked hard to help acquire the first 100 acres of land for the Stephen Foster Memorial. As well as ‘Cousin’ Thelma Boltin who was considered the first lady of the Florida Folk Festival, directing the annual celebration for more than 20 years. The first Florida Folk Festival was held in 1953. The Florida Folk Festival has become the longest running state folk festival in the United States, taking place each year during Memorial Day weekend. Many well-known musicians have performed here, including Floridians Gamble Rogers and Will McLean, artisans, musicians and storytellers share their crafts with festival goers each May. Learn more about the Florida Folk Festival.
The Florida Folk Festival takes place during the Memorial Day weekend – if you go, prepare to experience the old Florida. It’s typically a tad bit hot and humid there at that time of year so go prepared!
Camera: Sony Cyber-shot W170
Chris
The beauty of camera phones – you can still drive safely and take pictures. Capturing the never ending road construction that’s become a part of our daily lives – a necessary evil.
Camera: Samsung Galaxy S4
Chris
Got a new beach cruiser bicycle – not really made for the sand but it’s a perfect around the beach town we live in. No hills!
3 speeds and a coaster brake – perfect beach bike! White with black chrome.
Great idea to post these. My little town thinks of everything!
One of our favorites – along the south bank of the St. Johns River in almost downtown Jacksonville.
Camera: Samsung Galaxy S4 and Fujifilm FinePix S9900W
Chris
As seen along an I-95 rest stop – first one in Florida.
Camera: Samsung Galaxy S4
Chris
Beautiful blues…
Camera: Samsung Galaxy S4
Chris
Vintage details along Centre Street – Amelia Island
Camera: Samsung Galaxy S4
Chris
Camera: Samsung Galaxy S4
No post production
Chris
Forgotten tool from an abandoned project – as seen through a window that I had installed a long time ago on tile carefully set by me. This was once our house – it was completely reconstructed over the 8 years we lived there. Then sold. Subsequent owners and renters left the house in ruins. A visit back saw the house gutted and lost.
Brass numbers hang neglected – a haven for spiders. I shaped that cedar plaque and affixed those numbers.
A sad sight for us. It was once nearly perfect. Time takes its toll.
Our garden shed was once bright and filled with plants and potting supplies. The grass was perfect and lovely boardwalks connected the shed to the main deck and garage. Weeds and wasps now.
But a new owner took on the challenge – just as we did in 1981. We thought it was nothing more than a tear down – but it’s new life for 818. Joy to see!
Thanks for your visit…
Chris
Chasing Classic Cameras with Chris 