After running an errand at my old office, I wanted to take a short trip in central Dallas that I could handle in the midday sun.
Texas Discovery Gardens fit the bill- part outdoors, part indoors, and just outside Fair Park.
First I explored the gardens- a beautiful landscape that was a calm escape from the city just outside. I walked around a pond, through some sitting areas with unique flowers, and ended up and a breathtaking fountain.
The garden was in view of the Ferris wheel that is the icon of the Texas State Fair, and occasionally I would catch a glimpse of it.
Next was the butterfly house- a multi-story indoor garden full of hundreds of butterflies. It brings out the child in everyone, watching them fly around to see if one will come close. Capturing one on film was a challenge (and made me realize that it's definitely time to
upgrade my camera), but I learned a lot about patience. I also just had a wonderful time admiring their beauty.
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| Tiger longwing |
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| Pink-checked cattleheart |
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| Pink-checked cattleheart |
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| White peacock |
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| Red rim |
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| Common cattleheart (maybe) |
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| Tiger longwing |
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| Zebra longwing |
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| Tiger longwing |
After a nice afternoon I walked to the parking lot, looked up.. and watched a car accident. And thus ended my escape from the city.
**Next week's adventures will take me, most likely, to the art district of Fort Worth!
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