“I watched the sun roll down in Texas,
Out on the edge of town in Texas,
I keep on hanging round in Texas,
Waiting for my lucky day.”
This Chris Isaak song really resonates with me (with a few changes). I absolutely love the entire Baja Sessions album – be sure to give it a listen. It’s smooth and mellow, the perfect soundtrack for watching the sun go down.
End of Day, Rockport Beach, Texas July 2019
Sign Outside Rock Bottom Pub, Rockport, Texas July 2019
Mural on Side of Taco Bell, Rockport, Texas July 2019
I really like this mural. Didn’t expect to find it on the side of a Taco Bell. Kudos to them!
Maserati Levante, Shiner, Texas June 2019
While I admit the unusual emblem caught my eye, the overall design of the car failed to impress me. I mean, if I’m gonna shell out over $76,000 on the base model I want the design to scream outrageous. The body of this Levante seemed kinda ho-hum to me. Though I really liked the way it reflected the clouds after a passing rain shower.
Since shark skeletons are comprised of cartilage not bone, their parts aren’t that commonly found on the beach. The one exception to that rule is shark teeth, but those are made of dentin, a calcified material which is harder than bone. (Side note: The average shark goes through over 25,000 teeth in a lifetime.)
As you can see in the first photo, the cartilage is added in layers, which creates a tree-ring-like signature that can aid in assessing the shark’s age. Some researchers are even extrapolating environmental information from the isotopes captured in each ring. Nature is so cool!
Tired Little Man, Rockport, Texas July 2019
I know Mondays are rough, especially after a long holiday weekend but seriously, don’t try this. Asphalt is hard on the knees!
Relaxing In My Hammock, Rockport, Texas July 2019
Can’t think of a better way to wrap up a busy weekend. Sunday is a day of rest, is it not?
Tricolored Heron, Rockport, Texas July 2019
Tucked among the flowers, I almost overlooked this Tricolored Heron (Egretta tricolor). Unlike when foraging, this bird stood stock-still during my photo session. Though I couldn’t see it, I believe this one was watching over a nearby nest. Since the clouds and late evening angle of the sun were conspiring against me, I’ll have to go back earlier in the day to try to capture the iridescent sheen of the feathers.
Sign on Mechanic’s Truck, Port Aransas, Texas June 2019
Or, as it’s known in my weird little circle of friends, Happy Dennis Day! No matter how you are spending it, I hope everyone has a relaxing holiday. Stay safe out there!
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