This is Texas !!!

PhotoS submitted by
STEPHEN DOUGLAS SKINNER
DAWSON LODGE NO. 155

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(Left) Photo was taken on the home place with a small digital camera. The Coyote, came around me on the date in the corner of the picture. He was almost oblivious to my presence, while he pounced on mice in the weeds. I was sitting in my pickup with one foot on the ground and took several pictures. This one demonstrated his blending in with the terrain. He looks almost as if he was stuffed and placed there. Couldn't help but think the scene must have looked much like things have looked for centuries. I use the picture as a background on my laptop computer. Have shown it to lots of folks at the local Whataburger. Wouldn't even put myself in the category of amateur photographer. No skills in the area whatsoever, but thought the picture might be interesting to some who like Texas in its more natural, primitive state.
(Right) Boss Bull is a bull I raised and use for my small commercial herd. He's a big pet; likes to have his head scratched, although somewhat intimidating with a weight of around 1500 pounds. Our place is located 7 miles Southwest of Corsicana.

 

THIS IS TEXAS Photo contest, hosted by the
Texas History Committee of the Grand Lodge of Texas.

Open to all members of Lodges under the jurisdiction of the Grand Lodge of Texas, the Order of the Eastern Star, International Order of Rainbow for Girls, and the International Order of DeMolay. There is also a special category for Non-Masons.
The photos should reflect the theme "This is Texas", and may include scenery, buildings, people or wildlife, or any combination. Pictures that relate to the Masonic Fraternity are encouraged, but not necessary and carry no weight on judging. Photos may have been taken during the past 3 years. You may submit as many as five (5) photos. "Photoshop" processed photos are permissible.
Send your photos to: ke5r@tx.rr.com and be sure to put "Texas Photo Contest" in the subject line. Be sure to give a complete description of the photo, where and when it was taken, the camera used, and the photographer's name and lodge. Detailed stories to accompany each photo are ENCOURAGED.