it’s quiet …

… in downtown Montello, Nevada — population 84.

’tis the season …

… really? I’ve passed this artificial tree next to Route 233 in Nevada four of the past five springs. Each time, more has been added to it.

‘shoe tree’ …

Dozens of “shoe trees” are scattered throughout the United States. I’ve seen many. But this one along Route 233 in Nevada is unusual — those ain’t shoes hanging from it.

what won the West …

… the railroad. Here, along Route 233 in northeastern Nevada.

caution …

… at first, this outback road in northeastern Nevada looked passable.

storm in the Nevada outback …

… and a half hour later, I saw the tornado.

the beverage tree …

… on Route 233 south of Montello, Nevada. This tree has looked like this for years.

Happy Easter …

… along Route 233 south of Montello, Nevada.