November 4, 2009 – Leaves – one more time (free them #36)

Last of the “Leaves” pics, at least for now…  I love the rich colors of the Hydrangea and these weed-like vines intertwined with the intense green foliage.

 

November 3, 2009 – Leaves Revisited (free theme #35)

So many wonderful Autumn colors just begging to be photographed…  had to revisit this “leaves” theme again!

 

November 2, 2009 – Leaves (#169)

There’s just something wonderful about the bright blue Autumn skys showing off the brown and gold and amber leaves when you glance upward.

 

November 1, 2009 – Greek (#128)

Mmmmm – Gyro sandwich at our favorite Greek restaurant in town.  I’m not sure if the Gyro is really of Greek origin, or if it’s as French as French Fries, but I’m willing to give them credit for this delicious treat either way!

October 31, 2009 – Grin (#130)

Happy Halloween!!!

 

October 30, 2009 – Metallic (#183)

A Fall Festival in October wouldn’t be complete without a pumpkin carving competition!  I thought this entry was particularly creative in it’s approach with it’s silver paint and metallic glitter.

October 29, 2009 – Cutlery (#73)

OK – it’s a bit of a stretch for the theme in that it’s not really for cutting or use at the standard table, but if you’re eating family style in a big group that long reaching fork and long handled spatula might just come in handing for snagging yourself a choice bit of food before it’s all gone.

 

October 28, 2009 – Award (#16)

Many of the competitors were proudly showing off their awards from past competitions.  A closer look showed a bit of humor – pigs, cows and grills graced the top of some of the trophies.

 

October 27, 2009 – Outdoor Cooking (#220)

The annual BBQ competition was held at the park in town this past weekend, drawing competitors from near and far.  They set up their tents, outdoor kitchen, and BBQ smokers of every description.  Charcoal was an essential ingredient for this favorite form of outdoor cooking.

October 26, 2009 – Ghosts, Ghouls, Goblins (#121)

I know that Ron has been curious and fearful of the WoW Systers and their power.  So just for you Ron, here’s a little glimpse into the recent convention.  Of course there are no pictures of any of your friends here – wouldn’t want any incriminating evidence in print!

October 25, 2009 – Chores (#49)

This Bumblebee was hard at work doing his daily chores – pollinating the flowers so we can enjoy these beautiful flowers every year.

October 24, 2009 – Hobby (#149)

The Dahlia Garden was in full bloom when we visted the arboretum recently.  DH wandered into one building while I was taking pictures and he was invited to join the Day Lily Club.   Little did he know, growing flowers is a passionate hobby with many people.

October 23, 2009 – Larger than Life (#166)

This HUGE tree was larger than life.  The small sign you see in front was about 4 feet high.  You could walk between the branches sweeping the ground to stand beneath it.  It’s definately been growing here for more than a few years.

October 22, 2009 – Ornate (#215)

I love the ornate carvings that graced older architecture.  Wouldn’t it be wonderful to come home and be greeted by this sweet bunny rabbit at your door?

October 21, 2009 – Two (#341)

Another shot of the white crosses – two of about twenty in rows near the front of the cemetery.

October 20, 2009 – Culture (#70)

Youngs Memorial Cemetery dates back to the mid 1600’s.  Although slavery is generally associated with the Southern states as part of the early history of the United States it was also part of the culture of the northern states into the 1700’s.  The plaque refers to the “faithful” slaves of the Youngs family, but you have to wonder how much of that faithfulness was due to circumstance and fear.  I suppose the fact that they were buried in the family burying ground, and that the graves were marked, however simply, shows that there was perhaps some genuine care and affection in the relationship between the Youngs family and their faithful slaves.

October 19, 2009 – Times Gone By (#331)

Theodore Roosevelt’s gravesite is located on the north shore of Long Island in Youngs Memorial Cemetery, not far from Sagamore Hill, his home near Oyster Bay.  The simple unassuming graveyard and the beautiful home nearby take you back to times gone by.

October 18, 2009 – Nursery Rhymes (#204)

Mary, Mary, quite contrary, how does your garden grow?  I wish I had a large estate (complete with requisite gardeners) to give me a lovely pastoral garden with manicured pathways to stroll along on a warm summer evening.

October 17, 2009 – Entrance (#85)

The entrance to this small building at the Planting Fields Arboretum was very enticing.  The turquoise on the inside of the windows adds a touch of whimsy to the charming curve of the roofline.  Planting Fields is now a state park, but it originated as a private 353 acre country retreat in the early 1900’s, located along what is knows as the Gold Coast of Long Island.

October 16, 2009 – Stuck (#307)

Out along the docks by the charter fishing boats in Montauk – these fish are stuck – not going anywhere anytime soon…