Monday, November 23, 2009

A neighbor's yard attraction


You will find this interesting display just a few blocks from our home. The same yard also contains other unique artifacts and sculptures. I don't know why.

We will be out of town for a few days. I may not be able to post or comment during that time, but we shall return and resume!
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40 comments:

  1. brian stoutNovember 23, 2009 at 11:28 PM

    wow~ i think i need something like this for my front yard! this looks cool!

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  2. Jim KlenkeNovember 23, 2009 at 11:28 PM

    I like that, big toys for big boys.

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  3. SeanNovember 24, 2009 at 12:22 AM

    It is rather strange... now I think we need one of the inside :)

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  4. Lee SpanglerNovember 24, 2009 at 1:13 AM

    I like its individuality. It certainly better than some thing fake from the garden center at Walmart

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  5. Small City ScenesNovember 24, 2009 at 1:50 AM

    I don't know---is this good or bad? MB

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  6. OlivierNovember 24, 2009 at 2:35 AM

    superbe, enfant j'aurais adore venir jouer avec

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  7. VPNovember 24, 2009 at 3:01 AM

    Quite original and a very good catch. If you find some kind of explanation for these arrtifacts please post it.

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  8. melanieNovember 24, 2009 at 6:02 AM

    Bon voyage !

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  9. brattcatNovember 24, 2009 at 7:47 AM

    That's a very sweet display. Hope you have a good time, wherever you roam.

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  10. LoisNovember 24, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    It's interesting! I like the red pump. It reminds me of when I was little and my grandmother's pump. I remember having to prime it before getting it to actually pump water.

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  11. FrankNovember 24, 2009 at 9:13 AM

    I think everyone needs a water-wheel powered miniature log cabin in their back yard. In fact, I'd move it to the street and with the right water power maybe your neighbor's planning to go off the electrical "grid." Maybe you could devise a way to pump pool water through it. Yep, that's the ticket.

    I hope your have a great Thanksgiving. Travel safe!!

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  12. FrankNovember 24, 2009 at 9:15 AM

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  13. DianneNovember 24, 2009 at 9:29 AM

    I like random eclectic displays

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  14. Dan J.November 24, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    Very cool yard piece. Rathe unique I must admit for being on the lawn..... but thats what's great about the lawn..... to each their own.

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  15. EG CameraGirlNovember 24, 2009 at 9:44 AM

    Looks like your neighbour was feeling creative. ;-)

    Have a wonderful time away.

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  16. HalcyonNovember 24, 2009 at 9:56 AM

    You'd probably have to get permission from our mayor to put something like this in your yard! Everything here has to be brick. And your shed has to have the same type of facade as your house. :S

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  17. Memphis MOJONovember 24, 2009 at 10:58 AM

    We will be out of town for a few days

    Have safe travels.

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  18. JudyNovember 24, 2009 at 11:04 AM

    It looks like it should be in the mountains somewhere. I like it. Happy Thanksgiving and have a nice trip.

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  19. NefertitiNovember 24, 2009 at 11:56 AM

    tres mignon,on dirait une cabane de conte ;O)

    bonne soiree

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  20. DNovember 24, 2009 at 12:29 PM

    I love the entire vignette, from the Spanish moss to the red water pump.

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  21. AnonymousNovember 24, 2009 at 1:08 PM

    Have a Happy Happy Safe & Bountiful Thanksgiving!

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  22. AnonymousNovember 24, 2009 at 1:08 PM

    I like the wheel on the side of the mini cabin, but not sure bout the rest, looks more like something that should be on the farm.

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  23. cieldequimperNovember 24, 2009 at 1:40 PM

    A reminder of pioneer days, no doubt. Nostalgia?

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  24. DarylNovember 24, 2009 at 1:47 PM

    Well it could be worse ..
    Have a wonderful holiday, travel safe!

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  25. Mary Stebbins TaittNovember 24, 2009 at 4:08 PM

    Very interesting and kind of cute! Have a great and safe holiday!

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  26. nophamNovember 24, 2009 at 9:11 PM

    Looks like our cabin! Have a safe trip. For LA: Enjoy your "slow down" time.

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  27. Don and KriseNovember 25, 2009 at 1:15 AM

    I love yard art.

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  28. Cezar and LéiaNovember 25, 2009 at 6:30 AM

    I will miss you and Lois Anne!
    Have a blessed trip and Happy Thanksgiving!

    purr, love peace....
    Léia , Cezar and little Luna

    *** ahhh I liked this garden, I think the owners have lots of imagination and free time! LOT

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  29. AnonymousNovember 25, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    I have an award for you, please claim it on my blog. Thanks.^^

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  30. Lisa WilsonNovember 25, 2009 at 4:44 PM

    It's cute! Hope you are somewhere fun and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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  31. UnknownNovember 25, 2009 at 6:35 PM

    In my opinion, the major atraction is the wonderful spanish moss!

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  32. PJNovember 25, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    It looks like a settled neighborhood where people have invested in their surroundings. Have a lovely break, see you when you get back.

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  33. Unseen RajasthanNovember 26, 2009 at 4:13 AM

    Fantastic and interesting shot Jacob !! I loved this post..

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  34. VirginiaNovember 26, 2009 at 10:43 AM

    Ahhh feeling that pioneer spirit in Ocala! :)
    And Jacob, why does that horse in your header have my initial and birth year branded on his rump????????
    V

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  35. tapirgalNovember 26, 2009 at 3:22 PM

    I guess they like to look at it, and so do I. Agreed. Better than something lame from Walmart. And look a the Spanish moss. So Southern! It's lovely.

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  36. LowellNovember 26, 2009 at 7:54 PM

    @ V - If that is true, I find it a hilarious coincidence. Other than saying that, I wouldn't touch your comment with the proverbial 10-foot pole!

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  37. Three Rivers, MichiganNovember 26, 2009 at 10:27 PM

    The scale of the cabin and the pump and all is so perfect, it makes the tree look enormous!
    Three Rivers Daily Photo

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  38. WolynskiNovember 27, 2009 at 5:01 AM

    A mill without water? Your neighbor collects interesting stuff.

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  39. HildaNovember 27, 2009 at 5:58 AM

    I don't know when you'll be back, but…
    Wishing you, Lois Anne and your entire family a blessed and happy Thanksgiving, Jacob!

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  40. nophamNovember 27, 2009 at 1:33 PM

    Do you have time to stop by St. Pete for a short visit? Any good news? GG-Grandpa?

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