As much as possible, we’ve been trying to travel a different route from Canada to south Texas and vice versa.
This time we chose US 281. We had taken this route before but decided that it worked best for our travel needs this trip to repeat it.
One of my favourite views along this route is the descending approach to the Lake Francis Case, created by the Fort Randall Dam on the Missouri River near Pickstown SD. The first time we took this route was in November 2021, so the trees were already bare. This year’s trip was just early enough to witness mother nature’s spectacular canvas of reds, yellows, and oranges.
Equally exciting to see and experience is the drive over the bridge on top of the dam. I didn’t catch any photos of the bridge views this trip. I was too busy “ooing” and “ahhing” at the array of autumn colours against the backdrop of blue water and the autumn sky to even think about taking a photo. In a way, I’m happy it worked out that way. Instead of spending the time setting focus in attempts to get a good shot, I was able to be completely in the moment and experience everything that’s a part of that drive.
As much as I love taking photos to share what I’ve seen, and to refresh memories, I also sometimes enjoy just being and soaking it all in.
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Your feature photo is quite engaging. And I agree. Sometimes I like to be in the moment, too. The picture and emotions tied to the experience is captured in our brain. The Fall leaves do seem extra glorious this year.
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I’m happy you enjoyed the photo, Betty! We thought the same about the leaves. Thanks for reading and commenting and have a fab day!
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That sounds an amazing drive Terry. I know you have wonderful autumn colours there – and what a lovely view of that lake coming down that road! But the thing that amazes me most of all is the fact that you drive that incredible distance – I really can’t imagine that! Enjoy your time in South Texas!
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Thank you for your kind comments, Helene! I had a friend visit from England a few years ago, and I took her on what we consider a “little” drive. She commented that they’d have travelled several European countries in that time. For us, it’s a common occurrence to make a four or five hour drive to attend a function and then drive the same distance home on the same day. We’re “almost” settled in to our South Texas home … a few more days and we’ll be comfortable for the next six months. Thanks for reading and commenting and have a great night!
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