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Vicki Lane Mysteries
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An eclectic mix of photography and thoughts on writing, Appalachia, books, memories, cooking, gardening,country living, pets, and more from the author of the Elizabeth Goodweather Appalachian Mysteries.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 4137 )
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Rebuilding Hope
Across the river, a team of Army workers are tackling the immense job of restoring the park that was the put-in place for rafting companies and other... Read more
Posted on 07 November 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Do Not Be Daunted
“Do not be daunted by the enormity of the world’s grief. Do justly, now. Love mercy, now. Walk humbly now. You are not obligated to complete the work, but... Read more
Posted on 06 November 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Take a Break from Stressing
This pretty critter landed on my laptop while I was doom-scrolling. It seemed like a message.I took it outside and we communed for a while. Read more
Posted on 05 November 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
A Wish for November
May you grow still enough to hear the small noises earth makes in preparing for the long sleep of winter, so that you yourself may grow calm and grounded deep... Read more
Posted on 04 November 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Going, Going . . .
Posted on 03 November 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
The Razor's Edge
Come Tuesday or Wednesday, most of these leaves will be gone. And so, I hope, will be our uncertainty about the election.I'm still reliving the night of the 201... Read more
Posted on 02 November 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Miss Birdie and Spivey Coles
The warm spice cake was in her basket, wrapped in a blue tea towel, and its rich and evocative aroma brought back memories of other Halloween visits. Read more
Posted on 31 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Such Beauty
Posted on 30 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Blankets from the Military
This is Spirit Week at school and Monday was Cowboy Day. Everybody dressed up western style even the teachers. And the policeman wore a cowboy hat with his... Read more
Posted on 29 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Early Morning, Thanks to Jenny
Because Jenny likes to run around and howl, we try not to let her out on her own recognizance till after nine. And she's up by seven thirty. So this means a... Read more
Posted on 28 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Past Potpourri
Posted on 27 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Addressing the Elephant in the Room
I had a picnic lunch with a very old and dear friend the other day. Friends since junior high, apartment mates in college--we were in each other's weddings. Read more
Posted on 26 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Along the Branch
Still beautiful, if you don't look too close and see all the plastic and trash and uprooted trees. Read more
Posted on 25 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
At Least We Still Have Autumn
Posted on 24 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Awash in Trepidation
Two more weeks--or longer, maybe much longer-- till we find out if our country is going to stay comparatively sane and prosperous or if it will veer into... Read more
Posted on 23 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
In Dreams
I travel To the peaceful place beyond--And all is joyful. Read more
Posted on 22 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Josie and Mema's Art Gallery
Meema and I did some art. I did pictures of some of my Caslt People . . .Meema did pictures of places. This is a creek we pass on the way to school.And this is ... Read more
Posted on 21 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Odds and Ends
Posted on 20 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Autumn Leaves in the Spotlight
Posted on 19 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY -
Early Voting!
And it felt great! Folks handing out info--though as a confirmed Yellow Dog Democrat, I didn't need convincing. Read more
Posted on 18 October 2024 CREATIVITY, PHOTOGRAPHY