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Last Stop and Dirt Roads—CWWC

Dan Antion
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Most regular readers know I rarely post on Fridays, so this has to be special. Trust me, it is.

Willow Willers and I were invited by acclaimed author Jan Sikes to wrap up the launch tour for Poetic Justice at her delightful blog. Jan’s post will go live just after midnight Central Time.

Since I’m here, I thought I’d join Deb for the Which Way Challenge, which this week is:

“Any Dirt roads or dirt pathways or trails [Bonus if RED is included].”

Let’s see what I can find.

larget pile of dirt that has been removed for foundation work.
Red leaf blocking the view of the path
Road Closed
This is a glimpse of the old dirt road through the woods.
Foggy path
Foggy path
Prior to the incline, it was either hike this or go up a narrow path on horseback.
beach path
Beach! There aren’t many places along the path where you can access the river.
walking path
The south end of the walking path is almost dry.
That’s Rt-61 over on the left. They piled up dirt to make it inaccessible, but…
Muddy train
Faith and I took a small loop hike and found a few muddy trails.
Riverfront Hike
This is the “unimproved” trail heading north out of Riverside Park. As you can see, it was pretty nice.
gate causeway
That gate blocks a driveway that leads to a causeway that goes over to the island.
Backlit red leaf
Backlit red leaf

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36 responses to “Last Stop and Dirt Roads—CWWC”

  1. wrookieschu Avatar
    wrookieschu

    Love the little beach and you can’t beat some red leaves. Nice shots Dan!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Wayne. The little beach is one of the few places around here where you can walk along the river.

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  2. bushboy Avatar
    bushboy

    Some nice sneaky reds in this lot Dan 😀

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Brian. Hoping for those bonus points ;-)

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  3. restlessjo Avatar
    restlessjo

    Love the foggy path! Have a good weekend, Dan xx

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Jo, you too!

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  4. Oddment Avatar
    Oddment

    At this point in this summer, those red autumn leaves look mighty good! Actually, the paths are cooling also, but then paths look good in all seasons, I think. A good beginning to a hot, humid Friday! I did go to Jan’s site, but I can’t say anything I haven’t already said. Congrats on the great launch!

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Maureen. Walking on a cool path will feel good during the days of summer that remain. I’ll see if I can’t get back to some stories you haven’t heard, but Willow and I appreciate your support. I hope you have a great weekend.

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  5. Sherry Felix Avatar
    Sherry Felix

    Some very artful photography. I like the low vantage point of the red leaves one.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you like that one, Sherry. It’s getting harder to get down for those. Well, getting down isn’t the problem, but getting back up…

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      1. Sherry Felix Avatar
        Sherry Felix

        I use my cell to connect to my camera to shoot low. I can put the camera down near the ground and take the picture remotely.

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        1. Dan Antion Avatar
          Dan Antion

          That’s a nice capability.

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  6. Rivergirl Avatar
    Rivergirl

    Some lovely pathways there, but they all pale in comparison to that sunlight on bunny ears photo.
    💕

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      That’s one of the babies. I told him I had to introduce him to River.

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  7. House of Heart Avatar
    House of Heart

    Such a wonderful post Dan , beautiful photos and scenes. It’s good to see you on Friday. 🌷

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Holly. I’m glad you like the photos. It’s nice to be able to honor Cee’s challenges.

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      1. House of Heart Avatar
        House of Heart

        You do a great job. Lots of fun to read. Have a great weekend!

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        1. Dan Antion Avatar
          Dan Antion

          Thanks!

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  8. Liz Gauffreau Avatar
    Liz Gauffreau

    That bunny steals the show, I’m afraid.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I know. I got nothing that can compete :(

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  9. lois Avatar
    lois

    ‘Red leaf blocking the view of the path’–nice one, Dan. That must have been one huge leaf! 😂

    The bunny ears in your header photo! So sweet.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Lois. I had to get down for that to work (then I had to get back up).

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  10. Jennie Avatar
    Jennie

    I love your photos, especially bunny, red leaf, and wooded roads.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Thanks Jennie. It’s hard to beat the bunny.

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      1. Jennie Avatar
        Jennie

        It is!

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  11. CWWC Challenge: Dirt Roads on My Way | Writing to be Read Avatar
    CWWC Challenge: Dirt Roads on My Way | Writing to be Read

    […] Here’s Dan’s post: https://nofacilities.com/2025/07/11/last-stop-and-dirt-roads-cwwc/ […]

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  12. Suzette Benjamin Avatar
    Suzette Benjamin

    Great photos Dan. I love the almost see-through detail of the Rabbit Ears. The foggy lane and the gate that leads to the causway caputer great detail. Have a great weekend.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      I’m glad you like these, Suzette. I don’t have many pictures of dirt roads.

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      1. Suzette Benjamin Avatar
        Suzette Benjamin

        Ah,, dirt roads. I don’t have many of those; but I should.

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  13. marianallen Avatar
    marianallen

    Great set of shots! I do love a path fading into the distance/fog or disappearing around a bend. There’s a paragraph in THE GREAT GATSBY where Jay is looking down the street in Louisville. Having lived in Louisville for many years, I’ve looked down that same street and got goosebumps.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Wow! I can only imagine that feeling. Seeing the road ahead disappearing into the distance is a very special feeling. Sometimes good, sometimes scary.

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  14. Gwen M. Plano Avatar
    Gwen M. Plano

    Wonderful photos, Dan. I walk in the morning and often see little rabbits. So, no surprise, I love your first photo. 😊

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      They are so cute, Gwen. I just can’t help myself.

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  15. Tails Around the Ranch Avatar
    Tails Around the Ranch

    Way to inject some red through the leaves, Dan. Well done with the challenge. Hope the launch has been most successful for you and Willow and folks are enjoying the new book.

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    1. Dan Antion Avatar
      Dan Antion

      Several people have said they’re enjoying it. That’s reason enough to write for me.

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  16. Kirt D Tisdale Avatar
    Kirt D Tisdale

    Great captures….thanks for sharing!!

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