Well, I was out doing a little exploring on a back road and I suddenly came upon this chimney. Not saying it’s the most interesting thing, but it caught my attention. As I was sitting there, another vehicle came down the road and pulled over behind me. It was an older guy, might have been as old as me, maybe a little bit older. We started talking. He inquired why I’d stopped. Well, I told him I just found it kind of cool, this chimney sitting there. He says, “Well, you want to know the story behind that chimney?” If you know me, my answer of course was absolutely. He went into a story about how his father had bought the land back in the late 1930s and that there once was somewhat of a cabin attached to the chimney. His father told him that the chimney went back to around the early 1870s—that’s when people actually lived there. Although the cabin’s completely gone, somehow the chimney has managed to survive….. Anyway, that’s my story. Have a great day.

Yesterday, when I was out driving, out doing deliveries, I was going down a dirt road and came around a corner. I was simply amazed at what I saw. I took a picture. Now I’m sharing it with you….Happy birthday, Charlie!

Here’s a photo I captured the other day it’s just shortly after Sunset I’m heading back from being up in the mountains doing deliveries not sure what road I was on but I’m on so many back roads it’s hard to tell but it was a beautiful spot….

Photography has evolved from labor-intensive chemical processes to instant digital formats. Key changes include the shift from film to digital sensors, faster exposure times, and the rise of smartphone photography and social media, boosting user engagement and changing the art form forever…the photo above is a reimagined photo I took a few years back…yes AI was involved in this photo…It’s nothing I could not have done 3 years ago…..without current AI…It just made it faster and at my age time is everything… People opposed to using AI are often traditionalists, similar to those who once claimed color photography ruined the art. They resisted digital technology, insisting film was the only true medium. Now, many of them use digital cameras without recalling their previous stance. Time moves on, and so do opinions.

I went for a drive and noticed the autumn colors emerging. I came across an old barn with someone nearby. We struck up a conversation, and he mentioned that his father said the barn has existed since the late 1800s. It’s amazing to think it’s been there for so long. It would be interesting to hear the stories related to it. I didn’t see any other old houses around, so I assume this barn is the last remnant of whatever was once there. Eventually, it may disappear.

I appreciate living in Western North Carolina because the locals openly express their patriotism. Flags are abundant, and I find it fascinating how creatively people display them. While making a delivery on a back road, I spotted a flag placed along the roadside, which I found remarkable. Additionally, the fall colors are beginning to appear, marking one of my favorite seasons.

This is a view from the Marshall Bridge, which crosses into the lovely town of Marshall. Looking in the opposite direction, it’s hard to believe the buildings on the right were submerged up to 12 feet during the flood.

Although the picture suggests normalcy, there’s still significant damage and reconstruction along Main Street. The town is gradually recovering.

If you’re nearby, I recommend visiting. There’s a great coffee shop near the courthouse. It’s a beautiful day—enjoy the view!

It was a beautiful day for a drive during my delivery. This photo was taken on the Marshall Bridge while entering Marshall, which was severely affected by the flood. The image captures the French Broad River on a pleasant day.

For my friends that like color…….

With so much going on I have decided to not listen to the radio today ……Just out enjoying the day…..this photo I got yesterday…..