Ready to Race

These three look ready to race their tractors 

at the Orrville Tractor Show last Saturday.

The event brings tractor enthusiasts from Alabama and nearby states

 and features lots of activities for children in addition 

to antique tractors, cars and engines. 

Handmade

Who wouldn't love a handmade doll or stuffed critter? 

The ladies at By Jeanann not only make these adorable huggables

 but clothes to fit American Girl dolls, purses, quilts

 and most anything out of fabric scraps. 

I found these at Lilly Beck Originals outdoor vendors sale

 that continues through today.

Dakota Path

Selma artist Cindy Stoudenmire really rocks the pen and ink!

"Dakota Path" is among works on paper now on display 

at "Celebrating the Art of Paper" Show & Sale at ArtsRevive's

 Carneal Cultural Center. The exhibition honors the 50th anniversary

 of International Paper's Riverdale Mill near Selma. 

The show continues every Friday and Saturday, 

Nov. 3-4, Nov. 14-15 and Nov. 21-22 from noon until 4 p.m.

And the Drought Goes On

The colors, they are a'changin' early this year but not without a quick wilt!

As soon as the ginkgo leaves turn from green to gold, they crumple!

 And that is no thanks to this extended heat and drought!

 James Spann says the drought may break by mid-November,

 and cooler air is on the way.  

Linking to City Daily Photo

November Theme Day, Out of Focus