This Little Lamb, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

While is mother and sibling happily munched away, this little lamb stopped to pose for a photo.

Governor's Palace Blooms, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

The Governor's Palace is beginning to be surrounded by Spring blooms.

Wren Chapel Organ, College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia

The College of William & Mary's Wren Chapel boasts this beautiful pipe organ.

Bird High Rise, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

This lovely high rise stands at the rear of the Wythe house. Each unit has its own front perch.

Easter At Bruton Parish Church, Williamsburg, Virginia

Happy Easter!

Bruton Parish Church, the worship place of Washington, Jefferson, Madison and others while attending to government duties in Williamsburg, the colonial capitol of Virginia, is a beautiful place to celebrate the resurrection.

Odd Cut, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

This Colonial Williamsburg carriage horse laid his ears back in displeasure as we photographed his odd haircut. It is cut in the areas that the harness touches while pulling his carriage.

Garden Privy, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

This is either a garden shed or a beautifully landscaped privy.  Either way, signs of spring abound.

The Cure, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

A barrel of tar and bag of feathers wait to be put to use when someone does not agree with the majority. 

Sheep-Dog, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

Two new friends greet each other through the pasture fence. Neither made a sound nor flinched as they checked each other out.

Holy Cow, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

Oxen lumber along carrying a wagon load of supplies for use in Colonial Williamsburg's shops.

Daffodils, Williamsburg, Virginia

Daffodils are bursting onto the scene, so Spring cannot be far behind.

Opening Day At Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Virginia

Busch Gardens Williamsburg opens next week for the new season. The iconic Clydesdales  will greet visitors.

Making Fudge, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

Colonial Williamsburg costumed characters make fudge the old fashioned way outside the street market.

Canine Convoy, Williamsburg, Virginia

Duke of Gloucester Street, a/k/a DoG Street, is often the scene of canine convoys that enjoy the wide streets, lack of traffic, and mile long historical walk.

Garden Games, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

Gardening can be hard work, but still offer an opportunity for a little fun.

Christmas Eve, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Virginia

Santa is busy on Christmas Eve at Busch Gardens before hitting the sleigh.

George Washington At Yorktown, Virginia

George Washington sits outside the Revolutionary War museum being constructed in Yorktown, near the battlefield.  It is scheduled to open in 2016.

Black Dog Gallery Christmas, Yorktown, Virginia

The Black Dog Gallery in Yorktown added some Christmas flair to the entryway with an oyster shell wreath and santafication of the black dog.

O Tannenbaum, Christmas Town, Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, Virginia

Christmas Town at Busch Gardens Williamsburg includes a variety of great shows, including "O Tannenbaum." It is a synchronized light and music show involving a number of Christmas trees, strung lights, and the front of the Festhaus. It is a must see.

Skating, Williamsburg, Virginia

A temporary skating rink was erected at the edge of the historic district, allowing skaters to enjoy the ice despite the 60 degree temperatures.

Christmas Town, Busch Gardens, Williamsburg, Virginia

Christmas Town is in full swing at Busch Gardens Williamsburg.

Stoop Sitting, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

 

 

Sitting on the stoop, watching the world go by seems to be a universal pastime, irrespective of time period or the size of the stoop.

Backyard Perfection, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

The perfect backyard for a colonial town home.

Scootering On DOG Street, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

This gives a entirely new meaning to Sunday driver. No traffic is permitted on most of Duke of Gloucester ("DOG") Street, so bikes, carriages, walkers, runners, and scooters enjoy a safe trip. Obviously, there are some obstacles on the road.

Candid Conversation, Colonial Williamsburg, Virginia

These town folk had a candid conversation about the propriety of breaking away from England, and allowed us to listen in.