Tag Archives: James River

Fitbit Reality Check

Posted on January 30, 2015 by Silver in the Barn

When The Bossy One recently suggested I get a Fitbit to track my activity level, I thought it seemed a good idea. I’ve learned to follow her “suggestions” having learned a long time ago that she’s right about most things. Bossy, but right. Over the … Continue reading →

Posted in Challenges, Humor, Random Ruminations | Tagged 10000 steps, belle isle, civil war, exercise, fitbit, fitness, hiking, James River, little sisters, Max, Richmond, Virginia, walking, west highland white terrier | 160 Comments

Weekly Photo Challenge: Serenity: Gone Hollywood

Posted on January 17, 2015 by Silver in the Barn

I have a love affair with a cemetery. Hollywood Cemetery is the jewel in Richmond’s crown. Were you to visit just one site in our city to capture its essence, it would have to be here, I think. Sitting high on … Continue reading →

Posted in Challenges, History | Tagged civil war, hollywood cemetery, James Monroe, James River, Jefferson Davis, John Tyler, National Register of Historic Places, Richmond, Virginia | 102 Comments

Eagle-Eyed Adventure

Posted on November 6, 2014 by Silver in the Barn

I’ve dazzled you all in the past with my dramatic wildlife shots: So when my dear brother-in-law, Mike, invited us to come with him on a bald eagle photo shoot on the James River, I felt pretty sure my … Continue reading →