Even with the lack of good consistent rains here on the Llano Estacado, the few drops to grace the land give rise to familiar friends. Their beauty is unmatched. All I can think about is how these wildflowers carpeted this land before the plows came. Their seeds remain. They show us that no matter what…
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Do You See a Flower?
Many eyes go through the meadow, but few see the flowers in it.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson Upon first glance you think this is a weed. No pretty petals swaying in the wind. Just a ball of green. If you look closely, the flowers are there. Each one makes the ball. Unfortunately, no it does…
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“Flowers are restful to look at. They have neither emotions nor conflicts.” – Sigmund Freud This plant is exciting to find growing on the Llano Estacado. It grows even with the lack of rains of the previous or current year. Due it being low growing, it is often hidden amongst other wildflowers that stand much…
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Llano Estacado Sunrises
It has been said a hundred times, but truly the Llano Estacado has the bestest sunrises and sunsets, even taken at 75 mph. Happy Wednesday. Hope you have a fantastic day.
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Forgotten Winds 