The Eclectic Company: Towers in My City

* "Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon!"

* "Those who throw dirt only lose ground."

* "I totally take back all those times I didn't want to nap when I was younger."

* "The road to success is always under construction."

* "I fish, therefore I lie."

* "Dear Algebra, stop asking us to find your X, she's not coming back and I know Y."

* "Teamwork means never having to take all the blame."

* "I barely survived yesterday and now it's already today!"

* "Do you call Santa's helpers subordinate clauses?"

* "So, how many days DID it take to build Rome?"

* "Cancel my subscription, I'm tired of your issues."

* "Today is the tomorrow we worried about yesterday."

* "Don't sweat petty things . . . or pet sweaty things"

* "Two wrongs are only the beginning"

* "Worrying works. 90% of the things I worry about never happen."

* "I finally got my head together, and now my body is falling apart."

* "When I'm finally holding all the cards, why does everyone decide to play chess?"

* "Legend: A lie that has the dignity of age."

* "A diamond is forever: The payments are longer."

* "When in doubt, mumble: When in trouble, delegate: When in charge, ponder."

* "I don't have an attitude; I have a personality you can't handle."

* "When I want your opinion, I'll give it to you!"

* "It is better to understand a little than to misunderstand a lot."

* "An eye for an eye leaves the world blind."

* "Sports do not build character, they reveal it!"

* "Dust is a protective coating for fine furniture"

* "I'm in shape - round IS a shape."

* "Money talks, but all mine says is "good-bye."

* "If a pig loses its voice, is it disgruntled?"

* "Love is blind but marriage is a real eye-opener!"

* "A dog has an owner. A cat has a staff"

* "I'd like to have more self-esteem, but I don't deserve it!"

* "Red meat is not bad for you. Fuzzy green meat is."

* "Nothing is fool proof to a talented fool."

* "Bacteria - the back door of a cafeteria."

* "Nostalgia isn't what it used to be."

* "Stressed spelled backwards is desserts."

* "As I said before, I never repeat myself."

* "Corduroy pillows: they're making headlines!"

* "Young at heart, slightly older in other places."

* "(I'm) proof that evolution can go in reverse"

* "My reality check bounced"

* "If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn?"

* "I hate people who steal my ideas before I think of them."

* "I was uncool before uncool was cool."

* "Middle age: When your age starts to show around your middle"

* "Do not disturb, I'm already disturbed."

* "If an open door is ajar, is an open jar adoor?"

* "March Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change."

* "Telepath Wanted: You know where to apply!"

* "The information went data way"

* "I'm bilingual - I speak English and SMACK!"

* "Mental floss prevents moral decay."

* "Why use a big word when a diminutive one will do?"

* "Why is abbreviation such a long word?"

* "I can see clearly now, the brain is gone."

* "Every morning is the dawn of a new error"

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Quotes of Note

You're born a male but you have to CHOOSE to be a man" - Herm Edwards

"I mourn the loss of thousands of precious lives, but I will not rejoice in the death of one, not even an enemy. Returning hate for hate multiplies hate, adding deeper darkness to a night already devoid of stars. Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that" - Unknown

"They err who think Santa Clause comes down through the chimney; he really enters through the heart." - Mrs. Paul M. Ell

"Thankfully, our true roots are in heritage and not things. I just need to keep reminding myself that things are only reminders of heritage." - Keetha Broyles, June 21, 2010

"Tears lubricate the soul." - from "Finding Buck McHenry"

"Somehow you must come to understand that God is love, that love is the proof of God, and forgiveness is the proof of love." - The Priest in "Levi's Will" by W. Dale Cramer

"The truth about a man is in what he does, not what he says." - W. Dale Cramer in "Levi's Will"

"Fairy Tales are more than true; not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten." - G. K. Chesterton

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Sunday, May 1, 2011

Towers in My City

Blue skies and warm temperatures made me want to go out and find towers in my city to share with you.

Saint Lawrence Catholic Church Tower.

Fire Tower at Nepco Lake

Bell Carillon Tower at the Congretational Church

City Clock Tower

And Water Towers

In my city.

Thanks to Unknown Mami for hosting
"Sundays in My City"
To which I am linking this post.

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23 comments:

Charlotte said...: You have given me inspiration to walk through my little southern town and take some pictures. I keep telling myself to do it and I think I will today when the 'boys' go to baseball practice. Love the bell tower!; May 1, 2011 at 7:07 AM
Theresa said...: All different but beautiful against the gorgeous blue sky! Have a blessed Sunday in your City! HUGS!; May 1, 2011 at 7:51 AM
Formerly known as Frau said...: Great shots! We have a water tower for each little town around. I enjoyed your variety. Have a wonderful Sunday!; May 1, 2011 at 8:08 AM
Tara R. said...: This is a fun photo collection. The clock tower is very intriguing.; May 1, 2011 at 8:17 AM
Unknown said...: I like your tower tour! Fun!; May 1, 2011 at 9:29 AM
Linda @ A La Carte said...: Fun photos and fun party! I like stopping and taking the time to get to know you own town!; May 1, 2011 at 10:00 AM
Debby@Just Breathe said...: Wonderful pictures. Love the towers!; May 1, 2011 at 11:37 AM
The French Hutch said...: Great pictures, and love the blue sky. You have many interesting towers in your city. I've enjoyed my visit.....
Hope your Sunday is great.

~Emily
The French Hutch; May 1, 2011 at 2:29 PM
Anonymous said...: What a great collection, all set against beautiful blue skies.

Great clock tower!; May 1, 2011 at 3:49 PM
podso said...: Thanks for taking us on a tower tour through your camera eye. Wishing you a wonderful week!; May 1, 2011 at 4:19 PM
RNSANE said...: Very interesting idea..I'm sure you'll have us all copying you! It's nice to be out and about on a nice sunny day finding new things to photograph!

My "Sundys In My City" is at:

http://rnsane.blogspot.com/2011/05/sundays-in-my-city-night-with-kimberlye.html

Have a superb week ahead!; May 1, 2011 at 4:32 PM
Rawknrobyn.blogspot.com said...: Who knew WIS has so many impressive towers? Not I. Thanks for the pictures, Keetha.
Be well.
xoRobyn; May 1, 2011 at 6:06 PM
Lisa said...: Great field trip! Thanks! I Loved it!; May 1, 2011 at 6:16 PM
Beth said...: Keetha, The blue skies are wonderful to see! I enjoyed your towers, especially the church tower. You asked about the tea cup in the garden. Here's how: You'll need cup and saucer, PL 375 Construction adhesive by Loc Tite), 1/2 inch copper plumbing cap and a 5/8 inch dowel. Paint the dowel if desired. Glue cup to saucer. Glue plumbing cap to bottom of saucer, open side down - that is where you will place the dowel (glue it in too). Have fun!
Hugs, Beth; May 1, 2011 at 6:29 PM
42N said...: Love your theme approach. The Bell Carillon Tower reminds me of the escape system of the Mercury and Apollo capsules. The Saint Lawrence Catholic Church tower looks moorish or turkish in design. Interesting.; May 1, 2011 at 8:57 PM
Amy DM said...: What a fun tower tour. (try saying that 3 times fast) We often forget to look up, don't we?; May 2, 2011 at 12:15 AM
Lana Kim White Austin said...: Thank you soooo much for your kind note on my post about my cantando daughter!!!
Your amazing energy and verbosity JUMPED off my computer screen! Such vim and vigor! You are now one of my favorite bloggers and I'm your newest follower! I eagerly anticipate reading through your posts!

Hugs/blessings,
Lana In Italy; May 2, 2011 at 4:17 AM
Anonymous said...: I like the city clock best; May 2, 2011 at 8:46 AM
Unknown said...: What a great set & fun way to explore the town. Great idea!!; May 2, 2011 at 10:45 AM
May said...: Keetha, you have quite an assortment of towers in your town!! And yes, it is so true that towers stand out the best against perfect blue skies..:); May 2, 2011 at 1:53 PM
Anonymous said...: Whoa! Those are awesome!!; May 2, 2011 at 3:27 PM
Claudya Martinez said...: I love this series. You came up with a great collection.; May 3, 2011 at 11:29 AM
VM Sehy Photography said...: Cool tower photos. My favorite is the bell tower for the Congregational Church.; May 3, 2011 at 11:24 PM