"They Look Different Down Here"
Raleigh, NC - November 2009 (Click to embiggen)
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Monday, November 30, 2009
Ruby Tuesday #67: "So Canada"
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My World Tuesday #59: The Stone Chapel
"A Curious Place"
Wake Forest, NC - October 2009 (Click to embiggen)
Despite outward appearances, this is not a church in the usual sense of the word. In other words, there is no congregation that meets here for regular services. Once upon a time (c. 1939) the building housed St. Catherine of Siena. Now, it houses the Cloud family who are restoring and renovating the property (is anyone else hearing Arlo Guthrie right now?). But despite the fact that the chapel is now a private residence, it is still rented out for weddings and other events, and the sanctuary is open for personal prayer and meditation.The chapel's website mentions "members", yet there is no schedule of services. The building is a private residence, though the sanctuary is open to the public for personal prayer and meditation. The more I read, the more questions I have. And to think... I just thought the place made for some neat photos.
Thematic Photographic 77: "Buildings" v.5.0 - Going Postal
You'll have to take my word for it, but this is the Century Postal Station and Federal Building on Fayetteville Street in Raleigh. In addition to housing the downtown area post office, it's also home to the local branch of US Bankruptcy Court -- easily understood since the building sits in the shadow of the Wake County Courthouse. The building was recently given a major facelift with the Federal Government kicking in $2.5 million for the project. Considering the amount of money that's been spent in this three block stretch of road in my lifetime -- or even just the last 10 years -- $2.5 million seems like a bargain.
Wordless Wednesday #146 (Tuesday Edition): Magic Carpet Ride
"Too Easy"
Jacksonville, NC - December 2008 (Click to embiggen)
The World in Black & White: 11.30.2009
"Deafening Silence"
Raleigh, NC - October 2009 (Click to embiggen)
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Sunday, November 29, 2009
Happy Birthday From the Dungeon
"Mouse over to see behind the curtain!"
How often do you get to celebrate a royal birthday? Seriously. Not very damn often, I'd wager. So when we get the chance, we take it around here. And wouldn't you know it, today is just such an occasion. (You probably figured that out already though, huh?) If you were around a couple of weeks ago you might have noticed this post which was one of thousands worldwide making up this year's BlogBlast for Peace. This effort is Mimi's trademark, her legacy to Blogaritaville, her gift to the world. It's been called unrealistic among other things, and yet it keeps growing every year. Personally? I think she's onto something. In fact, it was primarily this totally idealistic effort that was primarily responsible for winning the "Queeen of Memes" the coveted Diamond in the Rockpile award last January with the citation:
"An artist in many senses of the word, 'Mimi Pencil Skirt' looks at life through a unique prism of optimism and humor, of deep-seated compassion and firmly rooted conviction. There are no secrets here. What you see is Mimi Unplugged, an unvarnished, undiluted incredible human being with a sly wit and a quick mind. You'll laugh, and occasionally you'll cry. But you'll never doubt."I'm sure Mimi would tell ya that it's not too early to start thinking about your Peace Globe for next year. But whether you're ready to start thinking along those lines or not, you really oughta take a minute and go visit Mimi Writes. It's bad form to keep the Queen waiting you know.
Thematic Photographic 77: "Buildings" v.4.0 - Imperious and Imposing
"Especially at Night"
Durham, NC - October 2009 (Click to embiggen)
Hosted by Written Inc. This image and others available for sale at my RedBubble Site!Also a Gothic style non-denominaitonal chapel built in the 1930's, you'll never confuse this one with The Stone Chapel featured in yesterday's post. Of all the churches, chapels, temples and other religious buildings in the Raleigh-Durham area, there is perhaps none more identifiable that Duke Chapel. Sited on the campus of Duke University, this Gothic style cathedral is one of the tallest buildings in Durham county (at 210 ft/64 m). Though nominally non-denominational (yes it's an oxymoron, what's it to ya?) the chapel has ties to the United Methodist Church (as does the university). Plans for the chapel were initially drawn in 1925, but the cornerstone wasn't laid until 1930 (no doubt taking advantage of a wealth of cheap labor left unemployed by the Great Depression). The building opened in 1932, but wasn't called completed and oficially dedicated until June 2, 1935. It was one of the last of the original buildings to be erected on Duke's West Campus, and at total project cost of $2.3 million Depression-era dollars, probably the most expensive as well. In fact, adjusted for inflation, it's probably still the most expensive building on campus. (I wonder what it cost to build Wallace Wade Stadium?)
Single Lens Reflex #8: "Skyward"
"Up The Wall"
Greensboro, NC - October 2009 (Click to embiggen)
Welcome To Machines #6
"Rubbin' Is Racin'"
Rockingham, NC - October 2001 (Click to embiggen)
The World in Black & White: 11.29.2009
"Solitude Sitting"
Greensboro, NC - October 2009 (Click to embiggen)
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Saturday, November 28, 2009
Monochrome Weekly #61: Barista
"Double Latte, Extra Foam"
Greensboro, NC - October 2009 (Click to embiggen)
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TTL #9: "Surf City Swing Bridge"
"Low Bridge"
Surf City, NC - July 2009 (Click to embiggen)
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Thematic Photographic 77: "Buildings" v.3.0 - Reservations Recommended
This charming little place, known simply as "The Stone Chapel" sits on Main Street in Wake Forest. According to the Chapel's website the original building was erected in 1939 to house the congregation of St. Catherine of Siena. It is now a private residence, but is rented out for weddings and other ceremonies and the sanctuary is open to the public for "personal prayer and meditation". A fascinating place if you ask me. (And I think I've just found the topic for my next My World Tuesday.)
Eighteen Percent Gray #6
"Looking Over Jordan"
Raleigh, NC - July 2009 (Click to embiggen)
The World in Black & White: 11.28.2009
"Curb Appeal"
Greensboro, NC - October 2009 (Click to embiggen)
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Friday, November 27, 2009
Shutterday #53: Theme 145 - "Bells"
"Big Brass Ones"
Raleigh, NC - November 2009 (Click to embiggen)
Next week's theme: "Bus"
Photo Hunt #55: "Technology"
"Old Modem, New Router"
Raleigh, NC - November 2009 (Click to embiggen)
Next Week's Challenge: "Curved"
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