Thursday, March 12, 2015

Talbot River Bridge

 Concrete fence over Talbot River

There are a number of bridges that look like this near where I live. One of them had a sign stating that it was built in the 1930s during the Great Depression.

Closeup 

I think the design is simple yet quite attractive. And if it was built in the 1930's, it has been around for 80 years or more.

A few weeks ago, I saw a list of fill-ins on Rose's blog.  I copied the list and filled in blanks 1 through 5 here. The next week I filled in 6 through 10 here. This week I have continued with 11 through 15:
11. If I were an element I’d be air, which I associate with freedom, optimism, light-heartedness, joy....

12. If I were a tool I’d be a camera because it tends to help people see more than they would otherwise.

13. If I were a flower I’d be a sunflower, a blossom that can make most people smile.

14. If I were an element of weather I’d be a gentle spring or fall breeze.

 15.  If I were a musical instrument I’d be a cello because of the variety of sounds it can create: calm, mellow, sensuous, powerful, gentle, silky, clear.... It's versatile.

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55 comments:

  1. Margaret Birding For PleasureMarch 12, 2015 at 4:50 AM

    I love this shot, of the snow covered arc on the bridge. I also enjoyed reading your fills in's.

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  2. AndyMarch 12, 2015 at 4:51 AM

    Looks like the photo was taken in Gamebridge.

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  3. UnknownMarch 12, 2015 at 4:59 AM

    I like that bridge, it is very simple but also very nice to look at. And again, I like your answers :))
    Have a beautiful day
    【ツ】Knipsa

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  4. HalcyonMarch 12, 2015 at 5:21 AM

    I love the shape of the bridge. It's like a rainbow (although covered with ice).

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  5. The CrankyMarch 12, 2015 at 5:44 AM

    What a graceful bridge. (And I loved your answers on the fill-in!)

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  6. eileeninmdMarch 12, 2015 at 5:53 AM

    It is a pretty bridge, I like the design. Wonderful answers to the fill-in. Have a happy day!

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  7. jp@A Green RidgeMarch 12, 2015 at 6:00 AM

    A great bridge...shaped like a rainbow, no less!...:)JP

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  8. Lux G.March 12, 2015 at 6:51 AM

    That's one artistic bridge. Lovely!

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  9. Penelope PostcardsMarch 12, 2015 at 7:01 AM

    I like the bridge design and your list. If I were you, I would be a marvelous person. :)

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  10. Yogi♪♪♪March 12, 2015 at 7:23 AM

    We have a lot of bridges built in the 30's that are still standing. Many of them are a bit narrow by modern standards but they are still there.

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  11. Bethany CarsonMarch 12, 2015 at 7:50 AM

    The bridge is beautiful! Love the design. One of my great grandfathers was employed in some public work projects here in the U.S. during the Great Depression if I remember correctly. Enjoyed your fill ins! Sunflowers are beautiful, and I like your choice of the air for an element!

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  12. TexWisGirlMarch 12, 2015 at 8:04 AM

    i like the bridge design, too!

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  13. BirdmanMarch 12, 2015 at 8:24 AM

    Well captured in an Ontario late winter. Snow this weekend for us. You? Yuk.

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  14. John's IslandMarch 12, 2015 at 8:29 AM

    Love the composition in that first photo. Interesting list as well.

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  15. sonia a. mascaroMarch 12, 2015 at 8:32 AM

    Beautiful bridge with the snow covering the arc!
    I will follow the link to read your answers.

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  16. DarlaMarch 12, 2015 at 9:29 AM

    That is one fine looking bridge. I have been enjoying your list.

    Darla

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  17. cedarmerefarmMarch 12, 2015 at 9:29 AM

    My dear friend, I gave the same answers as you did for all of those "if I were" fill-ins and I have not even met you yet. How amazing is that?

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  18. Carola BartzMarch 12, 2015 at 9:31 AM

    The bridge is beautiful. I love the "curve" of its construction. It is a simple design as you said, but is has beauty. So much better than just a straight bridge.

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  19. MadSnapperMarch 12, 2015 at 9:34 AM

    i have not seen a bridge like this. i really like that arch. i am with you on camera and sunflower, in music i would be the drum..

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  20. MadSnapperMarch 12, 2015 at 9:35 AM

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  21. PerthDailyPhotoMarch 12, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    It is an attractive design EG, looks like it may be around for a long time yet!

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  22. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 12, 2015 at 9:54 AM

    How unusual and beautiful. A nice place to stop for a proper photo! Most of my fences are drive by. Enjoy your day! Hugs, Diane

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  23. Ginny HartzlerMarch 12, 2015 at 10:43 AM

    I love this bridge, it is a real beauty! I have never seen one like it. Your answers to the questions...I would have answered each one the same way!!!

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  24. Mary HoneMarch 12, 2015 at 10:48 AM

    They just made everything more stylish back then.

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  25. JeevanMarch 12, 2015 at 11:08 AM

    Obviously! The arch bridges are everywhere... love the answers and reasons to be like that :)

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  26. Sylvia KMarch 12, 2015 at 11:14 AM

    A beautiful bridge and amazing that it has been around for so long!! And I, too, love your answers for Rose's blog!! Hope you have a wonderful day!! Enjoy!

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  27. 21 WitsMarch 12, 2015 at 11:33 AM

    Wow, that is one tremendously beautifully built bridge. What a lovely capture of the area around it as well in your first photo. So pretty.

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  28. ShugMarch 12, 2015 at 11:40 AM

    Indeed....a great bridge! Unique, and I'm guessing it has made for many of conversations...
    Have a beautiful day.

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  29. Amy at love made my homeMarch 12, 2015 at 12:22 PM

    I love that if you were a flower you would be a sunflower! The bridge is unusual and it is great that it has a sign to give some information about it too! xx

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  30. Ruth KellyMarch 12, 2015 at 12:37 PM

    I really like that first shot - very pretty bridge even with old snow.

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  31. Ruth HiebertMarch 12, 2015 at 12:45 PM

    That bridge looks amazing.

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  32. A Colorful WorldMarch 12, 2015 at 12:45 PM

    Such an interesting and lovely bridge abutment/fence. Loved seeing this throwback from the WPA days! And, I have been enjoying your 5-at-a-time "If I was a " taken from Rose's blog. I've saved it too, and plan on doing the same. Have a great week!

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  33. IdaMarch 12, 2015 at 12:58 PM

    Great bridge/fence. I love the curved piece. Also enjoyed your randoms about yourself, I've never really thought about a camera as being a "tool" before but I think you're right.

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  34. AnonymousMarch 12, 2015 at 1:26 PM

    I walk to a bridge like this and
    now I can imagine what that arch would look like on ours.

    Pretty cool.

    I was in awe when I opened up and see this.

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  35. IndraniMarch 12, 2015 at 1:31 PM

    Beautifully shaped and snow covered too! Excellent choice for TGF!

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  36. KathyMarch 12, 2015 at 2:09 PM

    That is indeed a very pretty bridge.

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  37. RedPatMarch 12, 2015 at 2:14 PM

    You're right - that is a common design. I've never heard of the Talbot River - must get out more. ;-)

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  38. cieldequimperMarch 12, 2015 at 2:15 PM

    I like your choices!

    And even diry snow looks good to me, believe it or not!

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  39. AnonymousMarch 12, 2015 at 2:17 PM

    The rainbow arch rails are, indeed, beautiful features of this lovely bridge.
    Great photos.

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  40. Linda W.March 12, 2015 at 2:36 PM

    What a pretty little bridge! Love that concrete arch.

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  41. VPMarch 12, 2015 at 4:08 PM

    You said it: simple and attractive! And 80-year old!

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  42. StephanieMarch 12, 2015 at 5:09 PM

    Great list and lovely design on this bridge.

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  43. KayMarch 12, 2015 at 5:18 PM

    That's a beautiful old bridge! The designs of older ones can be so beautiful if they've had any artistry in their design. And I love your list!

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  44. CloudiaMarch 12, 2015 at 5:56 PM

    Sweet and familiar bridge!



    http://emedia.leeward.hawaii.edu/frary/haleiwa_pages/haleiwa_28.htm



    ALOHA from Honolulu
    ComfortSpiral
    =^..^=

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  45. UnknownMarch 12, 2015 at 6:45 PM

    Great looking bridge, nice that someone though about design rather than just railings.

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  46. William KendallMarch 12, 2015 at 7:50 PM

    It's a bridge with a lot of character.

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  47. AnonymousMarch 12, 2015 at 9:10 PM

    Love the bridge..and amazed at how different it looks in the 2 shots

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  48. MichelleMarch 12, 2015 at 9:25 PM

    A pretty bridge design. Not something I would normally see.

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  49. JackMarch 12, 2015 at 9:51 PM

    Simple can be beautiful. And cello is a great choice. I have several cello CDs (how quaint, right?) that are wonderful. Misha Maisky and Six Cello Suites (Bach) and an Ofra Harnoy CD with romantic cello selections. Lovely!

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  50. MontanagirlMarch 13, 2015 at 12:16 AM

    Oh my - Magnificent!!

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  51. MariMarch 13, 2015 at 2:30 AM

    Pretty sturdy fence. I agree,simple ut attractive.

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  52. DebbieMarch 13, 2015 at 9:47 AM

    a bridge designed with a little creativity...i like it!!!

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  53. RoseMarch 13, 2015 at 11:56 AM

    I love those bridges...I think they are so attractive.

    And I love reading your 'If I were' responses...sometimes I wish I had thought of your answer. Like being a sunflower...it is true that they almost always bring a smile to the face!

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  54. Jenn JilksMarch 13, 2015 at 12:01 PM

    Lovely bridges. I love them!

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  55. PaulineMarch 13, 2015 at 10:34 PM

    I love your snow covered bridge. It is simple, yet elegant. And obviously very well built. Nice to know more about you via your fills in's.

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