Making way for 2016

I figure the best way make way for 2016 is to share some of the photos I took this last summer and archive the rest so I can start fresh. I hope you enjoy these.

The down town sculpture walk in Sioux Falls always draws my attention. I am continually awed by the detail the artists incorporate into their sculptures.

The abundance of bright flowers adds to the busy streets charm.

Now top all that off with the intricate details on the historic buildings and your eyes have a virtual feast.

But if it is too busy and noisy don't worry there are plenty of quiet spots in Sioux Falls. Like the Japanese Gardens. My friends little dog really liked this spot.

Or if you prefer wide open tree scattered parks with little quiet nooks of flower gardens try McKennan Park.

Last but not least you can always escape to the Big Sioux River with it's gorgeous Falls that give our little city it's name, for a relaxing moment.

I hope you have enjoyed these snapshots of summer in Sioux Falls.

May this new year bring you peace, happiness and of course many photographs of the special moments.

Scavenger Hunt Sunday: On A Winter's Walk

And the hunt is on!

My submissions:

Smile (Saun's suggestion)

Stand Alone: (Saun's suggestion)

Rusty or Something Old: (Saun's suggestion)

Going for a shot of the stairs going into the OLD building I realized I could capture both RUSTY and OLD for the hand rail was rather rusty.

Artificial (Terrie's suggestion)

Walking around down town I saw many things that were artificial, mainly flowers and such in the store windows but nothing really jumped out and said Photograph Me. So I decided to take a photo of an artificial object that make a major difference in so many peoples lives. This one happens to belong to my husband.

Repeating Pattern: (Terrie's suggestion)

 There were of course lots of repeating patterns in the old buildings along my walk. Although I did take photos of a number of them this brick pattern spoke louder than any of the rest. ;)

I hope you have enjoyed my finds, now please click on the button above and head over to check out what others have found for Scavenger Hunt Sunday.