Boise Daily Photo

Bells on a Gray Day

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:19:00 +0000

At one of the churches near Boise State University.

Boise Hole Check-up

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:18:00 +0000

Yep. It's still there in the middle of Downtown Boise. Although...that could change this year? The concrete, weeds, graffiti and rebar are blocked from public view at street level.

Rescue Dogs

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:11:00 +0000

One of dozens of dogs the Idaho Humane Society is offering for adoption. Almost 70 chihuahua-mixes came to Idaho from an overwhelmed shelter in California. It's not common for IHS to offer small breeds. They usually take in large dogs - and don't overlook them if interested in a pet. IHS dogs, small and large, are ready for visiting at the new Petsmart by the mall, or at the shelter.

For Sale Sign is Up

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:50:00 +0000

I featured an old farm building yesterday with the observation that these relics keep disappearing to make room for development. This one is guaranteed to be disappear soon. A 'for sale' sign has just been posted by a commercial realtor.

Oldie Still Standing

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:39:00 +0000

You might think a strong windstorm would take down some of these farm relics in the Boise area, but they're sturdier than that. They're more likely to be taken down by bulldozers clearing the space for housing or businesses.

Early Spring?

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:36:00 +0000

That's not what the groundhog said...but signs are everywhere.

Spring Fever

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:41:00 +0000

Kiddo in a tree is a sure sign.

R.I.P. Steve Appleton

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:19:00 +0000

Kitchen Relic

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:37:00 +0000

A Kelvinator vintage stove in the basement of a grange hall-turned-into-a-dance studio/rental hall. Yep, still works.

Idaho's First Shopping Center

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:03:00 +0000

Vista Village was established in 1949 - and underwent a makeover not too long ago. There are about two dozen shops, with Lee's Candies probably the most famous. It's just "up the hill" from downtown.

Wigeons, Wigeons, Wigeons - and 1 Duck

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:16:00 +0000

Wigeons make constant cute squeaky sounds. I heard this gathering before I saw them in a park pond. Can't believe the ice is gone already.

Missing Winter

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:51:00 +0000

Snow from our ONLY Boise snowstorm so far this winter - last month. It's been a strange season. I guess it still could still snow this month.

Farm View of the Boise Front

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 07:29:00 +0000

It's kinda of looking like, and feeling like, spring. Not yet, though.

"The Center of it All"

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:49:00 +0000

A sign that's been in place for years near the Boise Towne Square Mall. There used to be many car dealerships in the area. Now, there are just a few.

Dance Recital

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 07:44:00 +0000

Dance recital day for several dance schools in the Boise area. Ballet, lyrical, tap, jazz and hip-hop groups performed.

Football Message

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 14:14:00 +0000

As in "blue turf."

Vacuum Art

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:34:00 +0000

The vacuums at a car wash on Broadway Avenue in East Boise.

City of Eagle

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:28:00 +0000

Eagle bumps right up to Northwest Boise. Cute "downtown" with historic structures and a Wild West theme.

Christmas Leftovers

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:17:00 +0000

I think most Christmas decorations are put away...but surprises keep popping up.

Worm Vending Machine

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:04:00 +0000

Bait available 24/7.

Bald Eagle - Greatest Hits

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:07:00 +0000

Sharing a post from 3 years ago. Dozens of bald eagles winter along the Boise River right in town every year. [gastrointestinal plague has hit our home - hope to have a fresh photo tomorrow]

Beat Winter Blues with a Disco Ball

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 16:33:00 +0000

Everyone needs a disco ball to get through the dark days of January. This one was shining last night at cosmic bowling.

Just for the Mountains

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:49:00 +0000

Our snow adventures were short-lived. It's all just in the mountains now.

Canada Geese Take Over

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:31:00 +0000

They're everywhere this year. Even on roadway landscape islands.

Snow Collage

noreply@blogger.com (Debbie Courson Smith) — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 07:34:00 +0000

Hard to believe...but most of the big snow is gone today. We had six inches in northwest Boise before the rains hit.