MLK Tribute

I had been thinking about MLK day when I woke up, and I was pondering what I was going to say, then the day got derailed by other events. I listened to NPR some today, and this story about East Texas then and now was worth a listen and/or read.

I'm not saying there are no problems, but sometimes it's good to be reminded that there is progress.

Bellingrath Gardens

I mentioned that I went to these gardens in Alabama. One of the reasons I picked this place is that it's not a Plantation-era place; it dates from the twenties. Anyhow, the place is famous for its display of Christmas lights during the holidays. I have hundreds of photos that I'm still sorting through a bit at a time, but here's one I particularly like.

I turned the corner in one place in the garden and saw: