We drive by the Old Stone House on our way to where we take our walk. This was not too long before sunset. As it turned, we didn't get a decent sunset, but the trip is always worth it. For Civil War history buffs, you can read all about this house and its connection to the battlefield at this link. I have added more. I won't share too much else about this part of our history but you will be able to click on those links where you will find more information.
Gregg looking at one of the many historical markers there.
We were not the only ones enjoying a good walk.
My doggy fix for the day, with said doggy enjoying his stride.
We have watched this tree get older since the first time we visited this place.
It is making a slow comeback as several years ago it was struck by lightning and almost split down the middle. The park people had wires attached pulling it back together and staked into the ground to mold it together and prevent it from falling. It seems their strategy is working. Now the branches need a chance to grow strong. I think we're all sending lots of good vibes in its direction. At least that's what we have done on every visit. We don't live too far away from here now. As a young married couple, we visited the area for the first time in 1975, when we lived in an apartment in Alexandria, Virginia.
We are enjoying the walk...
though we never did get as far as the Henry House, which you can see in the distance on the left. It's a reproduction of the original house. The white building behind it is some kind of utility building. I have often wondered why they didn't stain it like the old house. The obelisk on its right is the Patriot's Monument. More information can be found here.
The sun was going down and the skies were incredible. Our eyes were always looking up, and we wondered about the people on this plane.
Where were they were flying to? Dulles-Washington Airport isn't too far away.
It was getting on the chilly side and even though we didn't get the expected sunrise we were looking forward to, we were still given a lovely show.
We were satisfied and decided that we weren't ready to turn into popsicles. It was time to go. We will come back in the warmer weather. Also, if you click on the link below my post that says 'Manassas National Battlefield Park', you can see other visits we have taken.
it's been so cold here, we have not been going out. this looks like a lovely place to walk, the sky is so blue in all your images. looking at the sky can be so thrilling. the sunset does not have to be spectacular to be really pretty. i think you got a beautiful show!!
ReplyDeleteThe old stone house is sad. Your sky photos are wonderful! My favorite photo is the one where the sun has gone down on the house and tree. I am glad to hear you are walking better!!
ReplyDeleteThat was a lovely trip to this place!
ReplyDeleteThe tree was lucky to have been so well cared for and hopefully it will have many more years. The photos of the sky are simply fantastic!
Thank you for this report!
Hugs, Elke