Feb 26 2010
Photo Friday: Things Found in a Barn
When it comes to travel, you may find interesting things in most unexpected places. You may also find that things that were once part of your everyday life take on new significance when you return to your former home, now as a traveler. That is what happened this summer when I went home to North Dakota and took my camera to the farm where I grew up.
Although this may not be a typical travel post, I think it is important nonetheless. After all, one person’s journey is another’s home. I invite you to travel to my home through the eye of the camera.
I spent many hours painting this barn.
We learned to drive a stick-shift in this pickup, in the middle of a field. Drivers license at age 14.
The water truck is a '46 and still runs.
Old equipment in the barn, which was used when it was filled with animals.
The grain cleaner. The label of "new" is quite ironic.
Collection of pitchforks.
The pulley has a rustic beauty now, but once saw a lot of use.
This hinge has seen better days.
How many gallons of milk were carried in this bucket?
This is still a working farm, but it’s seen better days, as much of North Dakota has. The website Ghosts of North Dakota is attempting to document towns in the state that have seen their demise and is worth a look if you enjoy photos like these.
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There is a real poetry and romance on a farm that you captured gorgeously.
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It’s fascinating how once everyday, utilitarian objects become something much more significant once they are abandoned. Beautiful photos.
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Very interesting pictures of all things you can find in the barn. Really love the truck and amaze that it’s still running.
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I find some of the most interesting stories closest to home-and this post sort of reminds me of the photowalk I did around my hometown with a group…picturing the details make for particularly interesting photos, too.
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Great shots!
Wow, what lovely photos. Thanks so much for sharing
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I love old items like those. Reminds me of my Grandparents house growing up. It makes me very nostalgic:)
Speaking of North Dakota, we just had a hockey tournament for my 10 year old son in Fargo this weekend. Who the heck wants to go from Minnesota to Fargo for a spring vacation? Meh:)
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