Monday, July 17, 2017

Summer road trips

This is a bit of a catch up post, but here's a little look at what I've been up to.

At least the fun part ;)


We visited the Rooster Cogburn Ostrich Ranch...























Dug for bottles and artifacts...


Hit the backroads to see abandoned buildings...








sad old houses...


cute cows...




and a big ol' bull along the way.



More from my Summer coming soon!

xo
rue


PS

I'm really behind in my blog visiting and replies, but I'm trying really hard to catch up.

Forgive me!


38 comments:

  1. It was actually named Rooster Cogburn? Must be a John Wayne fan! Glad you had fun!

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  2. Those ostrich expressions are funny!! I love the bird picture- - so bright and colorful!

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  3. Ps --- love the "ponytail picture!-- so fun and carefree!

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  4. Oh, I love ostriches. The photographs you took are so beautiful. It looks like you two had a wonderful time. The birds and animals are so gorgeous. You could really work some magic on that old house...

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  5. This looks like a fun adventure, Rue. I LOVE visiting zoos and sanctuaries. You both look so cute and of course, the ostriches melt my heart. Have you ever seen a llama? OMG! I'd take one home ig hubby let me.

    Keep having fun!

    Jane x

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  6. Looks like you have been having lots of fun this Summer. :) That just makes me so happy for you. My heart ached for that old house. I just wanted to go fix it up and restore life to it once more.

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  7. What fun you all had! Another virtual mini vacation for me.

    Thanks for sharing ~ FlowerLady

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  8. That is an adorable dress! I know - not the point of the post :-) What fun. I love old houses. It would be so much fun to win the lottery and go around restoring them. There must be so many memories within those walls.

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  9. I recognize Picacho Peak in the background and assumed this must be the place along Interstate 10 that we used to pass by on our trips from Tempe down to Tucson to visit family. Never did stop to see the ostriches, but it looks like a fun way to spend a morning. xo

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  10. Oh my, that first photo is just adorable and it brought a smile to my face :)

    What a sweet adventure you had, my friend. Thanks for sharing with us. And look at you! You are simply stunning! Hugs!

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  11. You guys go on the best adventures! And I love that purse! Happy summer!

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  12. Looks like you've been having lots of fun! :-)

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  13. Summer field trips are the best! Looks hot - glad you had that cute swing-y ponytail to cool you off (:

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  14. I spot a insulater, blue? I have a few from my mom when she lived in Colo. Love the picture of you looking carefree and I'm sure happy with your sweetie and his sons exploring Az.
    Kathleen in Az

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  15. Great photos, Rue! Sounds like a fun adventure!

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  16. Loved seeing the photos of your outing, Rue. Y'all look so cute in the pics, too. Day trips are so fun. Enjoy your week!

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  17. Take your time to catch up you are having fun and making fun memories. Enjoy. Love the cows they have such expressive faces. Happy Summer Day.
    Kris

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  18. You guys sure get out and about! Love your outfit!
    Brenda

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  19. Wow, looks like fun for all. And you look beautiful as always.
    Now for that sad old house, if you would kindly send it to me both the house and I will be happy! You can send it COD. I promise to take very good care of her😇
    Blessings to you,
    Minnie

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  20. Hi Rue, Looks like you are enjoying a great summer. Love the wonderful photos you captured. As always you look as cute as can be. Have fun!! xo

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  21. Looks like a great ostrich ranch ---which offered lots more to see besides ostriches..... NEAT... Looks like everyone had a good time....

    Hope you are enjoying your Summer...
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  22. What fun day! Was that in Picacho? We used to stop there every time we headed down to Tucson. The goats are so cute...and that calf is adorable. Not sure of the big one lying down, though!

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  23. Looks like you are having a fun summer! So happy for you!!!

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  24. I was once told that the best spot to dig for artifacts is where the outhouse had been as they would toss that kind of stuff in it!

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  25. That's a fun road trip!
    I wonder what went on in that old house?
    Would be wonderful to see it all made news.

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  26. Fun, especially the cute cows (which I'm terrified of for some unknown reason. Love your outfit! Bit strange but I dig it, lol :P ;)

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  27. Hi, how fun. Enjoy my friend. Can you believe the year is 1/2 over!! Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy.
    Love that photo of your pony tail in the air. CUTE!
    Carla

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  28. Such cute faces. Looks like fun. xo Laura

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  29. Nice to catch up on all your adventures, Rue. Who doesn't like an ostrich?
    Amalia
    xo

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  30. Loved it! My favorite photo is the one of you with your pony tail out straight...that pretty much captures the fun of this post. No worries about catching up. Today I am only ranting about the photo host who is holding us all captive for ransom. Spare yourself! =D

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  31. Hi Rue ... I know what you mean about being behind and catching up with our favourite bloggers! I'm blaming it on the summer with more to do! LOL!

    Such a great selection of photographs here, I think my favourite is the first one.

    Enjoy the weekend.

    All the best Jan

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  32. Great pics....it just looks plain ole HOT out there! Hoping you are staying cool!

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  33. I have never watched the face of an ostrich at very close. You are brave.

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  34. These are some priceless shots. What a fun day!

    ~Chris

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  35. This is just the kind of trips Mr. Sweet and I took most of our married life...our kids loved seeing this kind of thing. I am so so sad Mr. Sweet and I can't ever do this again.

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  36. living a FULL life. you are. ♥

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  37. living a FULL life. you are. ♥

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