February Fences, Luray

Hawksbill Creek and Walkway Under the Bridge

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Five Friday Photos with Flash and Fences

Yesterday I didn't post until after midnight because we had to take Flash to the emergency vet. Tonight I'll make up for it by posting five picture which are somewhat random as suggested by the Willy Nilly Friday format, which also works with the Five On Friday linkup.

1. Flash is back home and seems comfortable. He spent last night and much of today in the animal hospital, getting oxygen while medication took effect. He was diagnosed with heart trouble! It caused fluid to build up in his lungs, which is why he coughed and then fell over last night. We have a follow-up appointment scheduled with his regular vet and in the meantime he has four new medications to take. 

(Here's an odd coincidence: Exactly two years ago I posted that has buddy Benny had a similar episode! Ben lived until July of that year.)

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2. I am grateful that there was a place where we could take Flash to get help late at night. Unfortunately I sat there for over 3 hours in a state of tension, and today I really paid for it with sharp shooting pain in one hip! I've had this before and was diagnosed with piriformis syndrome. I do a set of daily exercises which has usually keeps it at bay but this time I fell victim to stress. I'm hopeful that a good night's sleep will help tonight.

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3. Before I was interrupted by the dog emergency I was working on a landscape for the Fences linkup. This road is near Middletown, Virginia.

4. Speaking of fences, here are some on display at a home improvement store.

5. Let's close with something playful! These toys were displayed in a thrift store.

Orange You Glad It's Friday

A Few Treasures on Valentine's Day

1. Some neighbors have installed a big heart on their gate! On the other hand, the sign on the right says "Due to the increase in ammunition costs, you will no longer be given a warning shot. Thank you for your understanding."

 I'm pretty sure they are joking though! Another sign says "Beware. Guard Horse on Duty!"

2. We went to lunch in Rippon and the waiter handed me a menu with this sweet cover. They have a variety of menu covers there, and last time I got a cute one with a dog picture.

3. We passed the inn below on the way home. It doesn't look real fancy from the parking lot, but L'Auberge Provencale has a prize-winning restaurant. I haven't tried it because expensive meals are wasted on me since I have food allergies. By the time I say no dairy, no wheat, no this or that, I might has well just have plain steak or ham any place that does real cooking.

4. I purchased an item in a second-hand shop and found this rosary hidden inside it. I wonder if someone lost it or just placed it there as some sort of blessing? I guess I'll take it back to the shop in case someone is looking for it. 

Yesterday in Port Republic

At Sentara RMH and New Market

This morning I met Lynn in Harrisonburg where she had an MRI at the hospital. Then we went to lunch at Bob Evans. Here she's showing me her new umbrella, which is cleverly-designed with a see-through panel and a cover that's built into the end of the handle.

On the way home I stopped near the New Market Battlefield to eat a snack and take a few pictures in the late-afternoon light.

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Short Mountain

The Mullen-Trout House

On Chester Street, Front Royal, VA

No, Mullen-Trout is not a fish! It's the name of a house that belonged to people named Mullen and Trout. It's about 210 years old.

There's another sign on the house. Perhaps this was a candy store a few years back.

There are quite a few historic buildings on Chester Street so find your way there if you come to Front Royal!

The final photo is one I took across the street from the Mullen-Trout House. I actually posted a different view of this fence in May.

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Strasburg Fences and Scenes

Strasburg, Virginia, lies along the North Fork of the Shenandoah. The Valley Pike (US 11) runs through town, as does Virginia Route 55.

The store on the left has closed. I heard that a brewery is moving into that space.

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Two Barns and an Old Store

This farm near Toms Brook almost disappears behind a hill as you draw close to it. I took a second picture of the silo so you can see it better.

The next one is not far from Cedar Creek. I'm linking up with the Barn Collective.  Tom has some beautiful snow scenes there today!

Finally we have the old store at Waterlick. Until a few years ago it had a overhang that eventually was taken down by some truck that ran into it. I remember when the store was open. My goodness, I stopped there about 40 years ago to pick up a can opener when we went camping in Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area. I had forgotten to pack that essential item! 

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December Fences, Shenandoah

At Cool Spring Battlefield

Near the South Fork of the Shenandoah

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Fences for a New Linkup

"Looking for Identity" is now hosting the Good Fences blog linkup. I am grateful to Gosla for continuing this feature which was previously hosted by TexWisGirl. 

There are many pretty scenes in the Shenandoah Valley that have fences and this link party encourages me to share them.

Woodstock, VA

Near Middletown, VA

Sherando Park in Autumn

A month ago I took these autumn pictures in Sherando Park near Stephens City. This Frederick County park is large: 330 acres!

Through My Lens

See also my 2014 post showing a different part of the park.

This last scene is just outside the park. I like the serenity of the pond.

Ginkgos and Fences

Two Weeks Ago at Blandy

The gingko leaves have fallen since then, but on November 3rd they were near their peak of color.

Blandy Experimental Farm near Boyce has a scenic grove of gingko trees.  Ginkgos are not native to Virginia but they are admired for their beauty.

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