2026 Piedmont Art Show

The Plains, VA

Yesterday I picked up Deborah and Frank and drove to the art show at Grace Episcopal Church. It’s always a lovely show, enhanced by light coming through the stained glass windows.

Here are five paintings that caught my eye.

We took Charlie with us because he can’t handle staying alone. Deborah and I took turns walking him so we could each see the art. 

The church was founded in 1855. Some of the tall trees around it appear to be almost that old.

Mosaic Monday

Early October in Charlie’s World

 Hi, Happy Dogtober! Here I am at the County Park.

And here is an artified photo for Caturday. This is not my friend-cat; this is one that avoids me. 

I had a pretty good week. I got to play with Sadie several times. She had a new toy but she does not like to share toys with me.

Lynn came to see me one day and she brought a coat for me that she called a taco. At first, I did not like it at all. 

She kept saying I was cute, and that made me feel better.

One day I saw something strange in Strasburg. 

Today I saw something strange in another town. October is getting weird already and it is just starting!

Are things strange where you are?

Monochrome Angles, Colorful Clothing

At the Riley Park Playground

As Soft as a Cloud

City Daily Photo Theme: Soft

I chose this shot for the theme because the top cloud has cottony-soft edges. This also suits the Skywatch theme.

I’m trying to accept that today is October 1st. It seems like last week it was August. I’m not ready for autumn. Lynn, however, is already getting prepared for Halloween! 

She was not, however, prepared for me to take her picture when she was putting up a light for me today.

Have the Hummingbirds Left?

I have not seen hummingbirds since Monday, nor has the bird cam captured any. Perhaps they know that the season is changing and have headed south. It’s also possible that they’re still around and I’ll see one tomorrow or the next day.

 The camera is still working. It got a picture of a squirrel.

It’s not time to put out birdseed yet. They still have plenty to eat in “the wild.”

Here’s a duck, both on the grass and in the water.

And that’s all I’ve got for Wild Bird Wednesday.

Purple in the Rain

Rockingham County

A week ago, I went back to White Oak Lavender Farm to take a few more pictures, even though it was a rainy day. Some colors look good in the rain.

I have to admit these were all drive-by shots. I did not get out of the car, but then, I have been there before. It’s a place worth exploring.

Rockingham Mural at Walmart Marketplace

 Harrisonburg

Monday Murals

Today I found this mural in the Walmart on Port Republic Road. The store is smaller than most Walmarts and concentrates on grocery and pharmacy items. There are also two large Walmarts in Harrisonburg, one just east of the interstate and another one out near Dayton. Both of them have murals, so I was curious to see if this one did as well. It is inside the entrance, and unfortunately the presentation has been marred by utility items. 

The subject is the city of Harrisonburg and Rockingham County. The artist is Nate Maye. 

Beats on the Bend 2026

Seven Bends State Park

Yesterday I helped out at an annual fundraiser  for our state park that’s organized by the Friends of Seven Bends State Park. All I did was sit at a table to answer questions, make change, and sell raffle tickets. I did not wander around to take pictures, so I only got some from where I was sitting.

The band was Taylor Lafever and the Fever Project. They were good. It was a family event and people clearly enjoyed it. 

Made with Photo Collage for Mosaic Linkup

 

Saturday Critters with Charlie

Hello! Here I am at the state park on Sunday.

We also stopped in Edinburg and saw a petting zoo. I had to watch from the car while Mom went over and took some pictures. 

One afternoon we saw my friend Tripod.

On Thursday we went to a mill. I stayed outside with my friend while Mom went in to look at the art show.

Yesterday Mom took me to Riley Park for a walk. 

Well, that’s about it. I got to play with Sadie today and now I’m very tired!

Playground Tunnel

Yesterday I took Charlie to a local park. I saw a child go in the tunnel and thought maybe I’d get a silhouette picture. She happened to turn her head to look back. 

Street Scene: Cyclists

Millwood, VA

These cyclists were preparing for a ride through the countryside. They had left their vehicles in a parking lot below the mill.

It was a nice day for a ride, and the area is very scenic, with horse farms, woodlands, and small towns. Some of the roads are narrow and winding though, so I imagine they went over a few safety tips.