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By David B. Williams on Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Today, I learned about another great stone tombstone. It is a several-foot-tall … [ continue ]
By David B. Williams on Friday, July 17, 2009
Typical modern gas station architecture centers on a simple design principal—uniformity. A … [ continue ]
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What Are Cairns? At first glance these piles of stone may seem lacking in story but a deeper examination reveals a wealth of connections to geology, ecology, and human history. They are a way to connect to a landscape. They are means to communicate to others. For thousands of years, cairns have been an essential guide to travelers, explorers, and wanderers. They are the silent messengers of the trail. More... |
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