Steps and Shadows

Taken on the steps of Alumni Hall, McDaniel College

A View from Dutterer Family Park

Sky Watch Friday: Sometimes It Looked Like Spilt Milk...

I love looking for interesting shapes in the clouds.

Cardinal

This cardinal was enjoying the view from a swing set at Friendship Valley Elementary. There is a bird feeder nearby, so I believe he is a frequent visitor to the playground.

Old Fire House

This bell tower belongs to the old firehouse on Main Street. I was curious if I could go up in the bell tower, I thought there would be a great view of Westminster from there. On Saturday I went into the building and up two stories but then got spooked and didn't go further. I called the company that now leases offices in this building, but only found out that although the building is privately owned, the bell tower is still under the jurisdiction of the City of Westminster (according to the person I talked to) So now I need to investigate this further.

Kelly Miller Circus

Today the Kelly Miller Circus was in town for one day only.

Dutterer Family Park

We have a lot of great parks in Wesminster with playgrounds, ball fields, walking trails, and picnic areas.

Memorial Day Parade

View of the boy scouts marching in Westminster's Memorial Day Parade on Main Street.

Carnival Season is Here!

The first week of carnival season is off to a good start at Gamber's annual Firemen's Carnival.

Sky Watch Friday: Grace Lutheran Church

A beautiful clear day at Grace Lutheran Church on Carroll Street. (This photo was actually taken on Palm Sunday.)

Unusual Architectural Element

This building is on Green Street, and serves as some type of automotive service place. It definitely stands out when you drive by.

Sky Watch Friday: Gonna Find a Rainbow

We've been having a lot of rain here lately. Here's a happy side effect.

Railroad Bridge

This is another scene taken on Route 27 a bit south of Westminster's main street. Maybe some day I'll drive under there and see what is on the other side. It is a private farm, I believe. This picture reminds me of Carroll County's rural past. There are many remnants of that past still here, and there are still working farms surviving, but as more and more new construction takes place, I wonder how long that will continue to be true, and where I'd have to move in order to live in a less developed area.

Framed Farmette

This farm is located on Route 27, heading south from Westminster. It is such a beautiful scene, nestled in between some hills. It always catches my attention when I drive by it.

Skywatch Friday: Clouds for Miles

I felt like I was out West this day, when the clouds stretched for miles!

Sweet Green Grass

Sunny Rainbow Days

Clover

Red Buds Against a Blue Sky

Spring is Here!

I love this white crocus surrounded by green and the left-over, brown leaves of fall and winter. Spring is here!