fog

Opheodrys aestivus

Acceptable serpent, also known as bush snake, grass snake, green summer snake, green tree snake, green whip snake, huckleberry snake, keel-scaled green snake, magnolia snake, vine snake, not a green mamba. This snake died crossing the road near Ottoman, Virginia.

Anyone interested in the education, conservation, and research of Virginia's native amphibians and reptiles? Visit the Virginia Herpetological Society website immediately. Best snake photos I've ever seen...

zea mays

Sophia with the class of 2008, Slabtown, Virginia

zea mays

Kingdom: Plantae
Subkingdom: Tracheobionta
Superdivision: Spermatophyta
Division: Magnoliophyta
Class: Liliopsida
Subclass: Commelinidae
Order: Cyperales
Family: Poaceae -- Grass family
Genus: Zea -- corn
Species : Zea mays -- corn

Maize, commonly referred to as corn in the United States, has been considered a unique plant since the time that the indigenous peoples of the Americas developed it to be their staple food. It is central to many sacred mythologies and creation stories which are still honored today www.gramene.org

corn 2005

Yeocomico River

day of rest

Lewisetta Road, Northumberland County, Virginia

morning after

smoke v fog

Furthermore, between four to eight percent of fog-water can be directly absorbed by the tree crowns following heavy fog events.--Redwood Trees, Fog Water Subsidies, and the Hydrology of Redwood Forests

The Bible writers mention smoke forty-five times, they never mention fog. More fire than water in the middle east? Products of their environment?

I like fog

front porch

drove home yesterday. 680 miles. single occupancy vehicle.

elephant rock

Sophia and a Yankee dog. The dog is a Katrina refugee, a transplant.

Atlantic Avenue

Westport River

day of rest

As years passed, the building survived multiple renovations and natural disasters. The congregation survived changing lifestyles and attitudes. Thirty-four ministers have helped write our magnificent history.--UCC of Little Compton

codified

Olive Garden was originally developed by General Mills, Inc., but in June 1995, General Mills spun off its restaurant division into Darden Restaurants, Inc. Almost 25 years later, Olive Garden remains committed to its purpose of Hospitaliano! - providing 100% guest delight through the genuine Italian dining experience.--from the Olive Garden Website

Went to an OG restaurant last night, an eating machine! Designed to put food in front of the people. All very well done in its 21st century way. Mad TV deals with OG here.

Modern design standards make many things easier. Next door to my sister's house, bordering a wetland in MA, is a new subdivision. Roads in the local township are narrow, paved, 17th century wagon paths. The road in the subdivision is wide, a great boulevard to accommodate the fire engines which, at some point in the 21st century, might respond to a call or two.
Designed for fire engines. Never mind the wetland.

Yeocomico River

pedestrian facilities

There are those who argue that the age of motoring is drawing to a close. Alas, not soon enough for this rodent. Pedestrians must tread carefully in a world designed for cars.

The City of Charlottesville is in search of candidates for appointment to the Planning Commission. Applications are due close of business today.
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mixed use

"The proposed use is harmonious with those surrounding it."--staff

34-440(f) Industrial Corridor (IC): This district provides opportunities for large scale commercial uses and manufacturing or industrial type uses that are more compatible with the neighborhoods that surround the manufacturing properties.--municipal code

The City of Charlottesville is in search of candidates for appointment to the Planning Commission. Applications are due July 16th.
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Planning Commissioner Cheri Lewis discusses prerequisites

infrastructure

The City of Charlottesville is in search of candidates for appointment to the Planning Commission. Applications are due July 16th.
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Planning Commissioner Cheri Lewis discusses prerequisites

alley

The City of Charlottesville is in search of candidates for appointment to the Planning Commission. Applications are due July 16th.
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Planning Commissioner Cheri Lewis discusses prerequisites

transportation planning

The City of Charlottesville is in search of candidates for appointment to the Planning Commission. Applications are due July 16th.
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Planning Commissioner Cheri Lewis discusses prerequisites

help wanted

The City of Charlottesville is in search of candidates for appointment to the Planning Commission. Applications are due July 16th.
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Planning Commissioner Cheri Lewis discusses prerequisites

missing

missing

rectangular, curvilinear

charlottesville, virginia

day of rest

30.29.165N 86 06.640W, near Freeport Florida, US 20

buy, sell, crack

the verb crack. Quincy, Florida

hand made

Altaneases Beauty Salon, Quincy, Florida

hand made

The House of Music, Quincy, Florida

found Jesus

As a youngster I was loathe to take/make pictures that didn't contain a face. Now I make a lot of those tree bush building pictures. It is a geezer thing. Landscapes, streetscapes. They hold still.
But if someone has left a little Jesus around.
Best of both worlds.