tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86645035359267512182024-03-12T19:29:04.311-05:00Seeing ThingsColette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.comBlogger639125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-5211709882153651432016-02-03T17:19:00.000-06:002016-02-03T17:19:01.008-06:00Hi and thanks for stopping in. Seeing Things has moved to <a href="http://www.coletteboehm.com/blog">ColetteBoehm.com/blog</a>. I hope you'll click over there and see what's new.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-73695930628856265292014-03-30T22:49:00.001-05:002014-03-30T22:49:42.520-05:00Happy Birthday Deena<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's been three years. That darkness is still
there and is so deep. I try to focus on the light, the beauty, the color; on all the
ways the world is better because you were here. There are many. You’re still
inspiring me to try to be better, too. Thanks, big sis. Happy birthday.</div>
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of old and new, of traditional and contemporary. There was a common thread,
though. That thread was respect. It was easy to see the respect young artists
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The inductees, all so very gracious, showed a true appreciation for
being honored, for each other and for the many professionals, performers and
friends with whom they have shared the good times and the bad of the music business. Many of of the folks they counted as friends were on the stage too, that night, in the all-star band that made
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the producers of <a href="http://www.muscleshoalsthemovie.com/">Muscle Shoals</a>,
the documentary about the region’s rich music history that’s gained
international acclaim. If you haven’t seen it, see it now! It is an amazing compilation of photos, videos and stories. They show the major influence the area and its people have had on the entire music industry; and the respect that industry has for both.</div>
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Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-37523159412518771962014-02-17T18:31:00.000-06:002014-02-17T18:31:09.187-06:00Alone<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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They weren't exactly soaring this morning, but watching these eagles definitely makes my spirit soar.</div>
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Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-49760792778111307512013-07-04T22:15:00.000-05:002013-07-04T22:36:37.998-05:00Day 261: PrioritiesMy brother would not be happy that I didn't take and post a picture yesterday. For the last time, I will say to him, "You're not the boss of me!" He was a fan of my daily pictures, so I feel a bit like I'm letting him down. But I need to take a break. He taught me so much throughout my life, but he's never taught me more than he did during the last few weeks of his life. He was an amazing inspiration. I'm so proud of how he and his children faced his illness. This is not at all what I imagined "Seeing 50" would include and it's made me want to take some time out and re-evaluate priorities.<br />
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George, I miss you already.<br />
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I'll be back.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-28708919594532614952013-07-02T19:23:00.001-05:002013-07-02T19:23:38.509-05:00Day 259: Holes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-67760380833603959692013-07-01T22:44:00.000-05:002013-07-01T22:44:11.388-05:00Day 258: Blue<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I happened upon this little barn during my first 365-day project and haven't been back to it until today. There's just something about it . . .Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-29208347070402164382013-06-29T22:00:00.000-05:002013-06-30T09:08:41.888-05:00Day 256: Heart<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A big heart for <a href="http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://ww2.hdnux.com/photos/22/41/05/4854089/3/628x471.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Gay-marriages-resume-in-Calif-with-a-flurry-4637699.php&h=423&w=628&sz=37&tbnid=epSbnV6GX5fhGM:&tbnh=90&tbnw=134&zoom=1&usg=__5z2bxuJ0e8N3P-JrMzd6MTqS0Lg=&docid=MLULhoru9kZGmM&sa=X&ei=bDvQUfeMH4re8ATQpIDACw&ved=0CEYQ9QEwBA&dur=1860">Pam and Mary Beth</a>. Congratulations.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-61045010931390671902013-06-28T18:47:00.000-05:002013-06-28T18:47:37.332-05:00Day 255: Hiding Place<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This little hiding place is just one of the gems inside the farmhouse at <a href="http://www.thehistoricmageefarm.com/">Magee Farm</a>. The house was built in 1848 and was site of the surrender of the last Confederate troops East of the Mississippi River. These are props, but there are so many amazing pieces of history in this house. Here's a caption from one of the website photos: <i>The table and chairs in the center of the room are where Generals Taylor and Camby discussed and signed the surrender of the confederate troops.</i> It's such a shame there is no public support for Magee Farm. It's closed to the public and the owner has it up for sale. If you have any ideas of how to find funding to preserve this extremely rare piece of Civil War history, please contact the owner.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-19425926487014778872013-06-27T19:22:00.000-05:002013-06-27T19:22:03.998-05:00Day 254: Just Passing Through<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This guy jumped through the tree limbs while I was standing at the window with my camera.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-30702993171386305362013-06-26T20:22:00.002-05:002013-06-26T20:22:51.790-05:00Day 253: Ground Level<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-30024411065628124012013-06-25T21:08:00.000-05:002013-06-25T21:08:13.631-05:00Day 252: The Crossing<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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There were a harrowing few minutes just beyond my driveway this morning. Yes, I was prepared to help if needed, but my first impulse was to grab my camera. I think we both breathed a sigh of relief when this guy reached the "finish line."Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-440835189080011262013-06-24T22:21:00.001-05:002013-06-24T22:21:44.071-05:00Day 251: Let's Do This<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-53749356505765632122013-06-23T20:59:00.000-05:002013-06-23T20:59:30.761-05:00Day 250: Super Moon<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I was up with the early birds this morning. Here's my "Super Moon" from 5:14 a.m. I was hoping to get it with some reflections on the water for some perspective as it set, but with clouds all around that wasn't in the cards. It was definitely worth getting out of bed early and, as always, a challenge to try and do it justice.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-63964235901261885832013-06-22T18:14:00.002-05:002013-06-22T18:14:49.015-05:00Day 249: Delightful Desserts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My brother is on a baking spree! This is his coffee cake. I also got to test his blueberry crisp. I can happily report that both of these were delicious! I can't comment on the cheesecake. He wouldn't share.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-5490913397025691522013-06-21T20:38:00.000-05:002013-06-21T20:38:04.868-05:00Day 248: Lines<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-37859040483346978402013-06-20T22:16:00.000-05:002013-06-20T22:16:26.597-05:00Day 247: At Its Core<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-41898099088378383812013-06-19T23:09:00.000-05:002013-06-19T23:09:24.983-05:00Day 246: New Growth<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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With the help of my friend Phillip I planted two trees a little over two years ago. They were symbols of hope then. It's nice to see new growth now.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-40888655157477765142013-06-18T22:42:00.002-05:002013-06-18T22:42:46.989-05:00Day 245: Shipp's Harbour<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Nice view at dinner tonight in Orange Beach.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-6415928288361939052013-06-17T21:03:00.000-05:002013-06-17T21:03:32.299-05:00Day 244: My Blue Eyes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Still no bright ideas today.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-24791600088923494522013-06-16T21:00:00.000-05:002013-06-17T21:01:14.197-05:00Day 243: Bright Ideas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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None for me today.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-48800431057990991812013-06-15T23:00:00.000-05:002013-06-17T06:37:39.206-05:00Day 242: Intense Training<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The girls got some intense training on how to squirt water with their hands during their swim this afternoon.Colette Boehmhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09239139515391545123noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8664503535926751218.post-14592106645291443472013-06-14T07:20:00.000-05:002013-06-15T07:20:36.488-05:00Day 241: Night at the Movies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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