Austin, Texas ~ February 5, 2011
I like the contrast between old and newer. This is another drive-by. There were a number of buildings on the street that I liked even better, but they are clearly taken on the move, so I will save them for a series.
This building is dated 1885, one year before my ancestors and their associates founded Corona, California, where I grew up. It's interesting for me to have a touchstone for the world in which they lived at that time. They did not come from Texas, but from St. Louis and Sioux City, with ties and business connections in Boston and New York. I'm writing a book about their bringing their skills, money, and cultural preferences to the untamed wilds of Southern California.
My Web Page: tapirback.com
7 comments:
I think I'd like to read that book...
I didn't know you grew up in Austin! I lived in San Antonio for many happy years of my life and have good friends in Austin, too. Music capitol of the world... well, Texas and the
Southwest, at least!
Loved what you said here: "I'm writing a book about their bringing their skills, money, and cultural preferences to the untamed wilds of Southern California."
Can't wait to read it!
Whoops, correction: "This building is dated 1885, one year before my ancestors and their associates founded Corona, California, where I grew up."
How interesting! Can't wait to read more.
It was a terrific day in Texas...
Beautiful building. I'm so happy to discover your blog about your book! I look forward to reading it one day.
I like your windows series, Sheryl. And I hope to have time soon to spend more time on your Hudson blog again.
I didn't think there was anything that old in Austin except the brains of Perry and his cohorts. :-)
Always loved Austin. Spent many happy times there.
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