Cenizo Journal Summer 2018 | Page 26

continued from page 4 would venture out into the mystery of the Marfa Lights, as we would try to figure out what was the cause of those lights. We also loved to look at the great big Texas sky which would sparkle in the moonlight. I can recall one time while we were looking up, and many fireflies came out like a perfect dream. Not only does my family come here for our reunions, we also enjoy the Fourth of July festivities in Fort Davis, The Marfa Lights Parade, and just the towns themselves, since each is unique in its own way. On a recent trip I took 26 pictures of some of my favorite spots and images. The photograph of the drive from Balmorhea to Fort Davis was taken to share my experience of that beautiful road. This sight always excites me as I know I’m getting closer to the famous Scenic Loop, which begins and ends at Fort Davis. This year before heading to Fort Davis we drove down to the Calera Chapel. It is a good place to pause from reality and spend some time in prayer. This chapel, in the middle of nowhere, is one of the most beautiful and serene I’ve ever been in. My next stop was The Indian Lodge at Davis Mountain State Park, my Cenizo Third Quarter 2018 childhood favorite place to stay. Stopping at the entrance, I immediate- ly saw the beautiful agave posing per- fectly for me. At the lodge I looked around and took a photo of the magnif- icent beauty sur- rounding the lodge. My last shot felt so wonderful. After driving up Skyline Drive, it was neces- sary that my family and I take a photo overlooking the great mountain views that the area provides. I hope my photographs excite and invite you to my happy place. Don’t forget your cameras!