I found these on one side of the Alien Space Vehicle.

OldGoat43 comments on Aug 21, 2018:

Cage for collecting the primitive alien culture samples.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 22, 2018:

@jasen I luuuuuv u! But please tell that to my metabolism

Wednesday memories - one of my many hobbies and many happy places.

Sheannutt comments on Aug 22, 2018:

Love all your photos.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 22, 2018:

Thank you! Photography falls under one of my many hobbies...

I found these on one side of the Alien Space Vehicle.

OldGoat43 comments on Aug 21, 2018:

Cage for collecting the primitive alien culture samples.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 22, 2018:

@jasen ?? old women have to be careful with donuts & such .... they go straight to the gut....

I found these on one side of the Alien Space Vehicle.

OldGoat43 comments on Aug 21, 2018:

Cage for collecting the primitive alien culture samples.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 22, 2018:

@Hathacat, @jasen Now I want donuts....

I found these on one side of the Alien Space Vehicle.

Heidi68 comments on Aug 21, 2018:

Just trying to imagine how absolutely cool it would be to be shooting across the galaxy exploring the unknown (or maybe known) while splashing in the pool! ?

Heidi68 replies on Aug 22, 2018:

@jasen I could definitely use a (day) by the pool!

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

DeepOrange comments on Aug 21, 2018:

I'd love to float down the Missouri River from the headwaters to St. Louis.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

How long do you think it would take? Not that my work schedule would allow it but that would probably be an amazing trip!

Vulture's holler...

schway comments on Aug 21, 2018:

Sleepy Hollow

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

I thought the same thing!

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

IamNobody comments on Aug 20, 2018:

The best kept secrets happen when one travel alone........ Well, works until that day when one gets skunk drunk and spill all the freaking details ????

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

@IamNobody yes & no - might miss some fun but I remember everything you do ? and sometimes have pictures ????

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Geoffrey51 comments on Aug 21, 2018:

For Australia bear in mind that the island is about as big as USA but generally the habitation is on the Eastern seaboard. Adelaide in SA and Perth in WA are reasonbly sized cities. The interior is pretty much uninhabitable. It gets quite humid in the summer from Brisbsne up. The people are ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Thank you - don't have to worry about me bragging.... I do have a friend who lives in Brisbane & one in Sydney so I have a starting point, or two. And I do know I will need several weeks to truly enjoy it. Maybe even several trips ?

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Jolanta comments on Aug 21, 2018:

I seem to look for places that I have not been to before and also look out for good deals. Am on holidays at the moment, writing this from Warnemunde, Germany.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

So jealous - please share photos if you can

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

242Foxtrot comments on Aug 20, 2018:

Traveling alone offers you the best opportunity for immersion, and forces you to interact with the locals, as opposed to being in a moving culture bubble. Some places I like to visit are historical sites, some times with a dark history. That's better done alone unless you travel with someone who ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

@Byrdsfan love hyacinth especially the giants!

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

lerlo comments on Aug 20, 2018:

I've been to 25 countries, all of the ones you want to go to and can give you tips on all of them if you message me. I would suggest you go to the library and get Steve's Ireland for instance. There's a Steve's book for many places which will give you tips on where to stay, where to eat and what ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

@lerlo how did you find the people? Another person said people in England were both very friendly. Did you find that as you traveled there?

Marvelous misty Monday morning

TGTARITPNBBGMLT comments on Aug 20, 2018:

Wow that's a beautiful pic of a rose.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

@tallgreentech

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Strabo comments on Aug 20, 2018:

I travel frequently for business and pleasure and I live in Australia. I have been to most Asian countries and much of Western Europe as well as Nth America. My only tip if you are coming to Australia is allow plenty of time as it is a big place, especially if you include New Zealand (which makes...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Unfortunately I am interested in everything! Not necessarily city stuff but I would have to see the Sydney Harbour. The outback, western, the ocean, the many islands..... I probably need a year or more to cover it all.

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

GwenC comments on Aug 20, 2018:

My sister and I have been doing escorted tours and really like them. We've been to Ireland, Scotland, and mostly recently Italy. It takes the worry out of booking hotels, renting a car, omg which side of the road am I supposed to be on, etc. And you make some new friends along the way.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Which tour group do you use? And would you feel comfortable being solo?

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Sorcha comments on Aug 20, 2018:

Ireland and Scotland speak to me like no other place has so I keep going back there. I have gone with my ex husband to Ireland and former friend to Ireland and England. I've decided I would rather travel alone. My ex drank and go hungover and my former friend sucked the fun out of everything for...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Ooooo thanks! I was interested in southern England but maybe not... already deal with enough unfriendly Americans- I wanna go where people are friendly.

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Akfishlady comments on Aug 20, 2018:

I generally travel solo and enjoy the freedom of having to be on a schedule. I have also traveled much of the US and Canada. And my last international trip was to South America to Chile and Argentina. I need to return to other countries down there. I chose to go there because they are traveler ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Yep - definitely need more money!

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

BeardedWonder comments on Aug 20, 2018:

Most of the places I go I start by researching popular travel destinations. I then pick places that are nowhere near those locations.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Good idea! I am certainly not interested in the normal areas!

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Nevermind345 comments on Aug 20, 2018:

Go alone, take no tours unless you like waiting on line. Find the cheapest airfaire to where ever in central Europe and learn about Mega Bus, Mein Bus, Flix Bus and what Hostels are all about. Hostels are the key to staying in Europe for a Month or more. They are clean, informative and give tours...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Thanks for the tips!

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

KKGator comments on Aug 20, 2018:

Every trip has come about in different ways. Some were carefully planned, others were completely spur-of-the-moment "let's go!" road trips. The ones out of the country were always planned far more carefully, and were either with a partner or a small group of people. My trip to England was ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Yes, very good advice. I have not done the jump in the car, fill it up with gas & go in a while - horses & dogs cause me to have to plan a house-sitter which deletes the spontaneity....

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Anne209 comments on Aug 20, 2018:

I like to travel alone. I have a lot of hobbies, so I look for a class I want to take in a desirable location. I then plan my trip around the class. This gives me a chance to get to know some locals and still have time to see the sights.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

I agree - cool idea. I, too, have a lot of hobbies so this may work for me.

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

OCJoe comments on Aug 20, 2018:

My wife and I have traveled quite a bit in Scandinavia (latest trip), Central Europe, Eastern Europe, Central America, South America, Australia, New Zealand, and Africa. Pay attention to seasonal weather patterns to where you are going as continuous rain, very high heat, etc. can be prohibitive. I ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Thanks for so much info! I am glad I decided to post this question on here as I have gotten much fantastic feedback! The clothing tip is perfect as I had not thought about that (quick drying). I had thought about what I should bring as I do not like having a bunch of stuff to keep up with. Essentials & camera.

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

IamNobody comments on Aug 20, 2018:

The best kept secrets happen when one travel alone........ Well, works until that day when one gets skunk drunk and spill all the freaking details ????

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

I guess it is a good thing I don't drink ??

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

242Foxtrot comments on Aug 20, 2018:

Traveling alone offers you the best opportunity for immersion, and forces you to interact with the locals, as opposed to being in a moving culture bubble. Some places I like to visit are historical sites, some times with a dark history. That's better done alone unless you travel with someone who ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Definitely will go in the spring! I do have a friend who lives there so I hope to meet up with him & his family when I finally make it there. Thanks for the traveling alone info - so many of my 'friends' think I am crazy. Maybe they are right but I have never 'needed' people around me all the time.

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

GuyKeith comments on Aug 20, 2018:

I have traveled the U.S. extensively, in my SUV and done it alone, with a spouse, with platonic lady friends and with non-platonic lady friends. It has all been good. I have visited virtually every state and a lot of the National Parks. I retired early (age 50) and have never regretted it. There ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Glacier is phenomenal! I could spend weeks there, or Yellowstone or Jackson Hole! Charleston is true epitome of southern beauty. Key West - I am a Jimmy Buffett loving fool so how could I not love it there. First time I saw the Cadillacs I was like what in the world - now I love my memories of that excursion. Only 1 more trip left in you? Why? And where are you interested in going?

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Karnaph comments on Aug 20, 2018:

I always tried to go to a place that's wildly different from what I'm familiar with. Therefore, I haven't really traveled around EU: same-ish kind of culture, civilization, and quality of life. Instead, spent my time around Asia - Thailand, Hong Kong, the Philippines...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

I have been watching quite a few shows based in Asia - was never high on my list of places to go but now I know of at least several areas I eventually want to go to. As far as different culture - I believe everywhere is a different culture from us, the US. We are in a world of our own, unfortunately, and that is how many in this country like it.... Did that sound rude? Not a fan of many of my close-minded neighbors...

Marvelous misty Monday morning

TGTARITPNBBGMLT comments on Aug 20, 2018:

Wow that's a beautiful pic of a rose.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Thank you - I love them and take hundreds of photos of my plants - some of my friends get tired of my constant rose pics, and other flowers...

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

lerlo comments on Aug 20, 2018:

I've been to 25 countries, all of the ones you want to go to and can give you tips on all of them if you message me. I would suggest you go to the library and get Steve's Ireland for instance. There's a Steve's book for many places which will give you tips on where to stay, where to eat and what ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Wow thank you! I was planning southern England for my first excursion but you are correct about the animals in Africa so I may need to rethink my starting country!

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

VertLyfe comments on Aug 20, 2018:

I love traveling alone. I never wanted to go to Europe much, but as I've gotten older there are some places is like to see. Africa and Australia have always been top of my list. I have been to Mexico about 8 times, Canada, China and I'm going to Africa for 4 weeks next month.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

I never really wanted to Europe before but as I get older I am more interested in the ancient ruins and such. I am not interested in the cities but the countryside. I love photography so am excited to photograph some areas that you only see in books or movie/tv. Please let me know all about your Africa trip.

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Remi comments on Aug 21, 2018:

Also, youth hostels are fun. I've met people that I'm still in contact with over 10 years later at hostels. I've done a lot of traveling alone. It's fun in a lot of ways. Very freeing. I think everyone should take a big trip alone at least once in their life.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

Most of my friends think I am crazy because I plan on going alone for most of my excursions (unless I meet someone interested in similar places).

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Remi comments on Aug 21, 2018:

If you can afford it, Semester at Sea was the most incredible experience of my life. You don't have to be in college, they take lifelong learners too. It's a great intro to international travel because they teach you to be a traveler rather than a tourist. They have service projects at some of the ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

That sounds perfect! I will definitely look into it! Thanks for the info.

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Omen6Actual comments on Aug 21, 2018:

Middle East to fight and central Europe for less violent reasons. I wouldn't recommend going to muslim countries alone but Germany and Czech Republic were mostly okay but I won't be going back until they handle that mess over there. Next on my list is Poland.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

My uncle just moved from Poland to Germany he loves it over there. He actually hasn't lived in the US since 1980 I think. He was in Japan til about 10 years ago.

For those who have done, or wish to, travel. How did you decide where to go?

Jlangston70 comments on Aug 21, 2018:

I've traversed the US coast-to-coast three times. It's nice to have some kind of goal along the way. For me it was to see as many national parks as possible. Now I'm contemplating a trip in the fall, but I don't have a goal yet. I'm a drifter at heart, and sometimes just need to escape. Maybe this ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 21, 2018:

When I retire I would love to get an rv and hit every national park. I have already done quite a few but would love to ramble slowly and spend as much time as I want in each one.

Internal structure of one of the Space Vehicles, glimpsed through an open door.

MissKathleen comments on Aug 20, 2018:

Those are transit rails, my dear.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 20, 2018:

Kinda what I was thinking but I have never had the opportunity to experience it for myself.

Marvelous misty Monday morning

Sheannutt comments on Aug 20, 2018:

Wow that is very beautiful, I love roses

Heidi68 replies on Aug 20, 2018:

Me too. I am up to 10...

Marvelous misty Monday morning

germangirl90439 comments on Aug 20, 2018:

OH WOW! Beautiful!

Heidi68 replies on Aug 20, 2018:

Thank you

Speedster. Look at the reflection in the paint. Beautiful paint job

Heidi68 comments on Aug 19, 2018:

I may be in love

Heidi68 replies on Aug 19, 2018:

@Lincoln55 I totally understand that

Another guess what this is photo....

Heidi68 comments on Aug 19, 2018:

Wait! You mean they aren't alien feet print? @Jasen what do you think?

Heidi68 replies on Aug 19, 2018:

@jasen omgoodness I just lol! The thought of me modeling ??? definitely howling at the moon is more my style.

Another guess what this is photo....

Heidi68 comments on Aug 19, 2018:

Wait! You mean they aren't alien feet print? @Jasen what do you think?

Heidi68 replies on Aug 19, 2018:

@jasen hmmmm guess that is what happens when you are just a pup - can't finish the oooooooo

Another guess what this is photo....

Heidi68 comments on Aug 19, 2018:

Wait! You mean they aren't alien feet print? @Jasen what do you think?

Heidi68 replies on Aug 19, 2018:

@jasen ahhh alien werewolf spider. I should have known bite marks & not feet print!

There is something beautiful about black & white

Lzgrrrr comments on Aug 18, 2018:

Ferris wheel reminds me of "The Third Man"

Heidi68 replies on Aug 18, 2018:

Have to be honest - I had to look that up. About the 3rd or 4th photo in.... I might have to agree with your assessment.

Believe it or not, no tripod was used in the making of this image.

Heidi68 comments on Aug 18, 2018:

Fantastic! What did the trees look like before divine intervention?

Heidi68 replies on Aug 18, 2018:

@Mooha I bet they are beautiful in full cover. Tranquil.

On my way to a family reunion drove past this abandoned house and barn.

OldGoat43 comments on Aug 18, 2018:

They seem to still have good bones, both square and straight. I renovated a two hundred year old farmhouse and loved living it in for fifteen years after.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 18, 2018:

I was thinking the same thing - good strong bones

There is something beautiful about black & white

Sheannutt comments on Aug 17, 2018:

Most definitely, I just love black and white photos and these are very awesome.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 17, 2018:

Thank you

There is something beautiful about black & white

MissKathleen comments on Aug 17, 2018:

and black with white

Heidi68 replies on Aug 17, 2018:

Definitely

Do you say under god inthe Pledge of Allegiance or just ignore these words when you recite it?

shebaloney comments on Aug 17, 2018:

As an adult, I'm seldom faced with a situation in which I'm expected to say the pledge. However, over the course of my Little's school career, I have found myself in the situation once and I did say the pledge, so as not to raise any eyebrows. But I did NOT say under god. I said under dog. It made ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 17, 2018:

Under dog! I will have to remember that one! Usually I just skip it.

We're sad Aretha Franklin has died.

Barnie2years comments on Aug 16, 2018:

I'm not sure I consider RIP a religious reference, though I am sure religious people may. But for many, including myself, we look at death as a respite from the trials and tribulations of life, not as the beginning of a new journey into the promised land LOL! Like a dreamless sleep is peaceful. ...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 16, 2018:

Honestly I never thought of it as religious either. I just looked it as they are no longer here dealing with whatever led up to their demise.

More of my granddaughters up-close photos.

Alvingo1 comments on Aug 16, 2018:

I really like the guitar one (or whatever instrument that one is). At first glance, I thought it was a picture of a bar/countertop with three fancy goblets on top and three shiny barstools underneath.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 16, 2018:

I thought exactly the same thing!

It's a critter kind of day!

gigihein comments on Aug 15, 2018:

A critter day is a great day!

Heidi68 replies on Aug 15, 2018:

Yes it is

It's a critter kind of day!

CelticFire comments on Aug 15, 2018:

Every day should be critter day! Snowy dog gang!

Heidi68 replies on Aug 15, 2018:

Definitely is around me... I have a few...

It's a critter kind of day!

LB67 comments on Aug 15, 2018:

I love the shot with the cat in the barrel. His expression is priceless.?

Heidi68 replies on Aug 15, 2018:

You mean the 'I can eat you little dog' look ?

I moved to this Pleasure Island a year ago, and have taken to going to the beach on Sunday mornings ...

Heidi68 comments on Aug 15, 2018:

These are stunning! And if you have some that are 'beautifully composed' (as if these aren't) - I can't wait to see them! Btw, what is your pup's name? S/he is handsome.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 15, 2018:

@John-Paul when I first looked at him I thought Golden Retreiver until I zoomed in... I have a Bear also - just of a different species.

I moved to this Pleasure Island a year ago, and have taken to going to the beach on Sunday mornings ...

MissKathleen comments on Aug 15, 2018:

I think I want to move there. Sunrises/sets do something to me...

Heidi68 replies on Aug 15, 2018:

Me too!

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

TroyBarber64 comments on Aug 15, 2018:

The all powerful "they", lol... Great photos!

Heidi68 replies on Aug 15, 2018:

I know right - but if we think about it, it starts in early childhood 'mom(s) everywhere - Why did you do that?' The infamous 'they' made me do it! See 'they' start us young .... ???

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

schway comments on Aug 14, 2018:

Nice photos! Pushed the green. I do that sometimes because digital cameras sometimes need it.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 15, 2018:

@schway nope just my phone straight to Facebook & here.

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

Coffeo comments on Aug 14, 2018:

Love that chair!

Heidi68 replies on Aug 15, 2018:

Thank you

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

MissKathleen comments on Aug 14, 2018:

yellow, yellow, white. sit, oooooooooo, don't sit.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

@MissKathleen they don't always freeze your bottom - only on special runs & not every group does that. I guess I am just lucky.... also, not everyone sits on the ice - only those with violations ?

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

Mooha comments on Aug 14, 2018:

Great stuff.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

Thank you

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

MissKathleen comments on Aug 14, 2018:

yellow, yellow, white. sit, oooooooooo, don't sit.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

@MissKathleen when you are bored Google hash house barriers. Running club with a drinking problem. After the run they have singing & drinking hh well, there are violations- example calling someone by their real name - sometimes they make you drink (nvm, they always make you drink) other times they find ways to make things more fun. Like make you sit bare-ass on a huge block of ice while they tell stories or sing or whatever...

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

Sheannutt comments on Aug 14, 2018:

These are all lovely I can't choose a favorite love them all.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

@Sheannutt I am trying to figure out how to make more hours in the day so I can work less & more

Downieville, CA

CelticFire comments on Aug 14, 2018:

Wonderful! So much held in this photo. I'd like to personally thank whomever painted that bridge red! :-)

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

Me too!

Smell the roses and sunflowers always make me smile

Hathacat comments on Aug 14, 2018:

Very pretty!

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

Thank you

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

Sheannutt comments on Aug 14, 2018:

These are all lovely I can't choose a favorite love them all.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

Thank you I have far too many hobbies.....

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

BeccaVa comments on Aug 14, 2018:

Love the chair. Made me think of an abandoned house I took pictures of a year ago.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

Tons of old barns & such here but I have only found one house so far - except it is covered in poison ivy & such so I can't get as close to it as I would like....

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

MissKathleen comments on Aug 14, 2018:

yellow, yellow, white. sit, oooooooooo, don't sit.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

So I could tell ya some stories about a running club I use to be in - they would have loved this 'torture' chair ?

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

Donna_I comments on Aug 14, 2018:

The ice covering the wooden chair is an amazing find!

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

Just west of Boone, NC - there is an old water wheel beside it.

This and that, around the corner and back, stars and stripes, I must be outta my mind.

schway comments on Aug 14, 2018:

Nice photos! Pushed the green. I do that sometimes because digital cameras sometimes need it.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

All of these were taken with my phone.....

Smell the roses and sunflowers always make me smile

MrLizard comments on Aug 14, 2018:

Really like that first one. Wish I could smell it.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 14, 2018:

It is called a Double Delight and it smells delicious!

Mount Rainier from my plane.

Starfodder comments on Aug 13, 2018:

That is awesome.. I sure miss Seattle.. thinking I may move back lately.. was there 10 years.. didn't want to leave.. You'll make friends on this coast..

Heidi68 replies on Aug 13, 2018:

I loved Seattle - well, all of the PNW. Lived in Poulsbo we would go to the ferry, walk on and spend the day/evening in Seattle and head back - great times. Great photo ops.

More August-in-the-prairie pics...

Sheannutt comments on Aug 12, 2018:

These are all beautiful photos but I'm a sucker for black and white.

Heidi68 replies on Aug 12, 2018:

I agree especially the last two!