Green Country can be absolutely stunning in autumn. This tree was at a rest area on I-35. There's beauty everywhere. It sneaks up on you when you least expect it. That's why I keep my camera close by. You never know when you'll 
have a gorgeous photo-op for Connie...or get a snapshot of a beautiful bank of pink clouds. I know this is a little soppy and dull, but it's been a slow season for shoe adventures. 
Arboretum
Arboretum
Ummmm....Arboretum.....again
Okay, this one could be from Oklahoma.......Nevermind. They're all from the arboretum.
I have antlers now! On my quest to find a massive moosehead, Connie and I made a stop at the largest flea market I've ever seen. Among the handmade 
gistered puppies and various garage sale items, I searched for a majestic moosehead to hang on my wall. Why? To hang retired Connies, of course. Alas, I did not find that prized piece of taxidermy treasure. Connie and I did, however, find a neglected set of deer antlers, a groovy kitchen table and swizzle sticks. Lots and lots of swizzle sticks. I put my own spin on the antlers. They're perfect for hanging a stocking when you don't h
ave a mantel. FYI: Oxy-Clean is best for getting antlers their whitest. I made a tabletop to display the swizzle sticks. Connie left her mark, but you have to look close to see it. The swizzle sticks are encased in epoxy. I think it will make a nice cocktail table. I'm still searching for a great big moosehead. Or a sailfish.
Or caribou antlers. Where did the recent interest in taxidermy begin? I just think they're neat. Well, that.....and Brian Wiprud just makes it sound cool. I suggest checking out a couple of his books if you're in the mood for a smart, entertaining read. (even if you don't like taxidermy) A friend heard that I was looking for horns and rescued a couple sets of antlers that had been abandoned in a garage. They will make a nice addition to my den.
