Category Archives: Interesting Yards

Just a simple bull pine at the “Bowl & Pitcher”

Posted on December 1, 2020 by Linda Miller Sheets

We rarely take notice of our stately bull pines. A little dusting of snow, however, and it’s Christmas card worthy! Inus ponderosa, commonly known as the ponderosa pine,[2] bull pine, blackjack pine,[3] western yellow-pine,[4] or filipinus pine[5] is a very large pine tree species of variable habitat native to mountainous regions … Continue reading →

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Cheery Mountain Ash on a Snowy Day

Posted on November 24, 2020 by Linda Miller Sheets

It’s not unusual to see flocks of birds feeding on the bright red berries of the Mountain Ash in our back yard. Today the berries brought a bit of festivity to a cold, foggy day!

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Wildfires

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Linda Miller Sheets

[pe2-image src=”http://lh4.ggpht.com/-dMm8GR9QTXs/U8hLCMc_ydI/AAAAAAAAFio/Yv6jvadpZnw/s144-c-o/IMG_20140717_125910.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/110908247169805179987/SpokanePics#6037157801564817874″ caption=”” type=”image” alt=”IMG_20140717_125910.jpg” ]Fires are being reported all over our State of Washington. The smoke is heavy in our city, blowing in from the West. This was the view from Fish & Wildlife acreage–notice that the mountains … Continue reading →

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Ready, Set….Go!

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Linda Miller Sheets

[pe2-image src=”http://lh5.ggpht.com/-mcEnH2DKoV0/U50AcqG9MVI/AAAAAAAAE7I/t0qhQGNxLRI/s144-c-o/IMG_20140614_112547.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/110908247169805179987/SpokanePics#6024972368831394130″ caption=”” type=”image” alt=”IMG_20140614_112547.jpg” ]While visiting the Flour Mill and Clinkerdagger’s we looked down at the view of the Spokane River and the falls and noticed this lovely yard. It appeared that a wedding was about to take … Continue reading →

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West Spokane and Singing Frogs

Posted on April 13, 2014 by Linda Miller Sheets

[pe2-image src=”http://lh3.ggpht.com/-75MPPkTffNI/U0NbNK-fiuI/AAAAAAAADgk/rzrKuQVjj34/s144-c-o/IMG_20140407_173942.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/110908247169805179987/SpokanePics#5999739410430528226″ caption=”” type=”image” alt=”IMG_20140407_173942.jpg” ]Private ponds always make for great value! This is located on a ten acre parcel close to the Palisades in West Spokane. Around dusk the frogs are singing their songs!

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Campus Sculpture

Posted on April 4, 2014 by Linda Miller Sheets

[pe2-image src=”http://lh5.ggpht.com/-GD47-OkYsZw/Uzq8cEsWxsI/AAAAAAAADQw/lCqs2HM0F14/s144-c-o/IMG_20140331_130158.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/110908247169805179987/SpokanePics#5997313044279379650″ caption=”” type=”image” alt=”IMG_20140331_130158.jpg” ]On the Riverpoint campus there are some very unusual art sculptures. These stone pillars with the round rock on top make me want to test how solid they are! Maybe a gentle shove! Obviously … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Rock Fence

Posted on March 9, 2014 by Linda Miller Sheets

[pe2-image src=”http://lh6.ggpht.com/-7L24p2dhfX4/UxkTSklSYEI/AAAAAAAACzI/cuqC98sU4zk/s144-c-o/IMG_20140306_151913.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/110908247169805179987/SpokanePics#5987838389344428098″ caption=”” type=”image” alt=”IMG_20140306_151913.jpg” ]The beauty of a rock fence has enhanced this land for many years! Imagine the work it took to build a fence that has withstood the test of time.

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Mossy Rock Fence

Posted on March 8, 2014 by Linda Miller Sheets

[pe2-image src=”http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ParzWW14dCc/UxkTv_iDvpI/AAAAAAAACzs/zlzs6dAEwaY/s144-c-o/IMG_20140306_152116.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/110908247169805179987/SpokanePics#5987838894794849938″ caption=”” type=”image” alt=”IMG_20140306_152116.jpg” ]This is another view of the beautiful rock fence pictured yesterday. Such a resourceful way to use the abundant rock!

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Homestead on The Little Spokane River

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Linda Miller Sheets

[pe2-image src=”http://lh4.ggpht.com/-GqpT1gHB8Tk/UxkTXCu-2-I/AAAAAAAACzU/zsHVzFnV1zI/s144-c-o/IMG_20140306_151904.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/110908247169805179987/SpokanePics#5987838466157632482″ caption=”” type=”image” alt=”IMG_20140306_151904.jpg” ]Everyone loves a picture of a neat barn! This land borders on the Little Spokane River and features several homes with great charm and style. Take note of the fence–the moss reflects how long … Continue reading →

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Mary’s House 2014

Posted on February 14, 2014 by Linda Miller Sheets

[pe2-image src=”http://lh6.ggpht.com/-NsNfEXSf25w/Uvv-ZgJMbMI/AAAAAAAACNM/2Re4jJ_sn6k/s144-c-o/IMG_20140207_143013.jpg” href=”https://picasaweb.google.com/110908247169805179987/SpokanePics#5979652644343147714″ caption=”” type=”image” alt=”IMG_20140207_143013.jpg” ]This is “Mary’s House” on the campus of Sacred Heart Medical Center. The home is private property being maintained by Mary’s family. It’s especially charming through the snowy trees.

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