by Tonia, who hugs trees G.
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November 17, 2005

The Ride Home - Photos of the Boston Mountains

June 15, 2007 10:58 PM EDT (Updated: June 15, 2007 10:59 PM EDT)
views: 136 | rating: 10/10 (29 votes) | comments: 36

Today, I finally could take it no longer and insisted that I go with Deb to see the horses. It had been four days and it was time. Also, I just needed to get out of the house. I am healing, slower than my patience would like, but healing none the less. Pain meds are still necessary but not needed as frequently. It is rare for me to be a passenger but it is mandatory at the moment. On the ride home I decided to finally do something that I've wanted to do for quite some time, take photos of the ride between our house and the horse pasture. It is a bit of a hike, about 50 miles, but well worth the trouble as they are in an excellent situation, one that we were unable to find closer to home. A saving grace is that the drive we need to make is through the mountains and is one that is scenic and calming.

All of these photos were taken from a moving car, so please excuse the fuzzy parts. I invite you to just sit back and enjoy one of the best drives in Arkansas.

 

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There, now wasn't that just lovely? Y'all come back now.
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Comments: 36

Alyssa N. Jun 15, 2007, 11:05pm EDT
Thay ARE lovely! It's always interesting to see what kinds of sights people associate with home. That when you are coming back from a trip you finally feel like you are home when you see them. For me it's the Boston Skyline.
Madame Donna C. Jun 15, 2007, 11:07pm EDT
You do great "moving car" pics! Thanks for the ride. (Can I drive next time though?)
Nancy S. Jun 15, 2007, 11:09pm EDT
What a beautiful ride. Thanks for taking me along.
Tonia, who hugs trees G. Jun 15, 2007, 11:17pm EDT
Alyssa - it is interesting - Boston was my home for many years and I still have the small thrill when I visit and see that familiar terrain again.

Madame D - yes, of course you can drive.

Nancy - it's absolutely my pleasure to have you come along - anytime!
Birdie Jaworski Jun 15, 2007, 11:18pm EDT
Tonia, what pretty photos! Such a lush and green environment, so different than my New Mexican desert wilderness. I could feel the humidity coming off the computer. Thanks : )
Debbie G. Jun 15, 2007, 11:23pm EDT
Every three seconds..click..........click........click.... and I was trying to look and guess what your eye had captured. I think about that time you were somehow distracted ....by the speedometer. :)
flit . Jun 15, 2007, 11:25pm EDT
excellent pictures considering.... the 7th one was my favourite though!
Tonia, who hugs trees G. Jun 15, 2007, 11:27pm EDT
Birdie - Arkansas is one of those hidden gems that surprises folks with its beauty.

Liz - you are too kind - hard not to do well when working with such great material.

See Deb, this is why I usually drive. It is a little startling to look over and see the speedometer slowly creeping past 80. And you have given away my secret - I was shooting constantly and these 12 shots are the best of about 200. That is the beauty of digital cameras - if it doesn't come out - just delete.
Tonia, who hugs trees G. Jun 15, 2007, 11:28pm EDT
Thanks Flit - it is not easy to get clear shots from a moving car.
Sonia M. Jun 15, 2007, 11:42pm EDT
Good job, Tonia....! pics #'s 10 and 11....are those rock formations natural or were they cut into.. I ask because of the even sides and the lines you see on the rock....

I love taking pics of countryside
Tonia, who hugs trees G. Jun 15, 2007, 11:54pm EDT
Sonia - these were probably cut into for the highway but this part of Arkansas is full of amazing bluffs that look just like these.
Chrissy Downunder Jun 16, 2007, 12:31am EDT
Happy to hear you are feeling somewhat better and well enough to get out and about a bit Tonia. :-)
Wow, it's very green and lush there ... beautiful countryside. Love the photos and well done taking them inside a moving car.

Thanks for great ride Tonia and Debbie.
Wilma M. Jun 16, 2007, 1:02am EDT
Thanks for the scenic trip. It is a beautiful drive. I guess I never realized your horses were that far away.
Svetlana Goryacheva Jun 16, 2007, 1:10am EDT
It should be a wonderful drive, dear Tonia... and the pictures are awesome, as always! ;-)

Love and blessings - S.
Debra P. Jun 16, 2007, 1:51am EDT
I hope your feeling better soon. I really loved the 5th from the bottom!
Christine P. Jun 16, 2007, 6:16am EDT
Tonia,
NW Ark. is a beautiful part of Ark.:) My mom and Mike live there and we always love the scenery there! A big difference than the farm country I live in SW MN.
Christine P. Jun 16, 2007, 6:19am EDT
And good grief on my part, speedier recovery Tonia! It takes time and you'll soon get there. Lots of ((hugs)) coming your way.:)
Beautiful!
Roy ☯ Hilbinger Jun 16, 2007, 8:11am EDT
Good shots, Tonia. I remember traveling through Arkansas back in 1973. I'd been at a youth conference in Okie City and we went back home to Baltimore via AR and MO. We were traveling with a guy from West Australia, and he was agog over the lushness. He kept saying "The green! The green! I've never seen so much green in my whole life!" He'd gotten to OK from Texas, so what he'd seen of the US to that point pretty much looked like what he was used to back home. This was a total shock to him.
Gorgeous, Tonia. I'd expect nothing less from you.

You're lucky you have this scenery for your ride. I have to drive 40 miles one way several times a week to care for my parents. 40 miles down the most boring stretch of interstate in Ohio. No wonder I speed.
Walker Bennett, SF Author Jun 16, 2007, 11:37am EDT
I consulted for a week in Fayetteville a few years ago. Then drove over to Tahlequah to see a friend at the Cherokee center.
Katrina Hall Jun 16, 2007, 11:42am EDT
Hi Tonia - I never did find out what happened to your hand. It sounds very painful - I'm sorry you have to go through that.
You know, it took me a while to figure out that you weren't talking about Boston, Massachusetts! Now I know your Arkansas area a little better and am no longer confused.....I love the rocky cliffs here - a very different color than NH granite. Thanks for a lovely ride and good healing....
Nana to Seven Cutiepies Jun 16, 2007, 1:09pm EDT
What a beautiful ride. Thanks so much for the lovely trip. Glad to hear you could get out for a while and are feeling a little better.
Pamela L. Jun 16, 2007, 2:36pm EDT
The title of your article does say BOSTON mountains, right?
Guess that shows what I know about geography. I'm sure there are Boston mountains in Arkansas.
My favorite shot would have to be the first one, with that subtle glide from deep green to dusky blue. So inviting. I can almost hear music when I think of this area, so lush in rich color.
Oh, my! I didn't realize your "kids" were so far from home! But what a gorgeous drive... and a perfect location for your four legged babes! ;o) thanks for the lovely trip, Tonia. Glad you got outside today!
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Verie Sandborg Jun 16, 2007, 9:30pm EDT
I'm happy you're up and about. I'm glad you had to be a passenger so you could take these photos. I'm pleased you took me along. Lots of green and lots of trees--I can see why your Gather caption says, "Beautiful Northwest Arkansas."
elizabeth e. Jun 17, 2007, 11:02am EDT
When we were little, the common thing to do on a Sunday afternoon was to take "a car ride" with the whole family...your little article today reminded me of those fun times...except there wasn't an ice cream cone at the end nor a stop at a playground....ummm!
Well done; beautiful scenic tour. Maybe some day I'll take it in person. Don't know about you driving, though!
jessie voigts Jun 18, 2007, 1:04am EDT
gorgeous, tonia! hope you heal soon!
Elizabeth A. Jun 18, 2007, 1:44pm EDT
Tonia, It's good to hear you are feeling better and up and outside!!!

The photographs are great of your long drive to see the horses! I enjoyed looking at all of the greenery and I love to see pretty wildflowers on the wayside.
Faith H. Jun 19, 2007, 9:49am EDT
Tonia, I can't believe I let this one slip by. This is gorgeous country. I kept thinking your horses were right there with you all. It is a lovely drive and soothing, thank you!
Kerry Dexter Jun 20, 2007, 8:35am EDT
tonia,
lovely journey, thanks
Christine " DogsRCool " K. Jun 20, 2007, 10:31am EDT
Pretty!Reminds me of the Adirondacks.I am looking into visiting Colorado after Labor Day.There is a beautiful place that I found online.Coulter Lake Ranch,right up my alley,that is if I can afford it by fall.
Kathryn E. Dec 13, 2008, 7:26am EST
These are lovely, I take it this are Boston Mountains in Arkansas and not the Berkshires in Massachusetts? They don't look like the Berkshires..

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