Research for an article about attractions in the Piney Woods region of Texas that was published in the September 2006 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Text for an article about Caddo Lake and Kiepersol Estates in the Piney Woods region of Texas that was published in the September 2006 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Text for a sidebar about attractions in Marshall, Texas that was published in the September 2006 issue of Texas Highways magazine.

Draft of an article published in the January 2007 issue of Texas Highways magazine about the Blanton Museum of Art in Austin, Texas.

Text for an article published in the January 2007 issue of Texas Highways magazine about the Capital of Texas Postcard Club's biannual show in Austin.

Photograph of museum attendees admiring a light display in the middle of a dark museum. The Blanton Museum of Art is one of the largest university art museums in the country, located on the University of Texas at Austin's campus.

Photograph of museum attendees admiring a light display in the middle of a dark museum. The Blanton Museum of Art is one of the largest university art museums in the country, located on the University of Texas at Austin's campus.

Photograph of an art gallery filled with paintings in the middle of Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

Photograph of museum attendees admiring a light display in the middle of a dark museum. The Blanton Museum of Art is one of the largest university art museums in the country, located on the University of Texas at Austin's campus.

Photograph of museum attendees admiring white sculptures in the shape of people on display in the Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

Photograph of museum attendees admiring colorful sculptures displayed in the middle of an art gallery with other paintings in the Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

Photograph of yellow sculptures placed in the middle of an art gallery with other paintings in the Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

Photograph of colorful sculptures placed in the middle of an art gallery with other paintings in the Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

Photograph of museum attendees admiring white sculptures in the shape of people on display in the Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

Photograph of white sculptures in the shape of people on display in the Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

Photograph of trees and a courtyard located outside of the Blanton Museum of Art located in Austin, Texas. The museum is one of the largest university museums in the country.

Photograph of a man showcasing the culture during the Dickens on the Strand Festival. Hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation, the Dickens on the Strand Festival is held the first weekend in December and is based on 19th century Victorian London. Entertainment includes live performances, parades, and shopkeepers peddling their crafts.

Photograph of artists dressed as characters with a Llama in the middle of the street during a performance at a Winter festival. Hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation, the Dickens on the Strand Festival is held the first weekend in December and is based on 19th century Victorian London. Entertainment includes live performances, parades, and shopkeepers peddling their crafts.

Photograph of a young girl dressed in a Victorian costume for the Charles Dickens Christmas festival at Dickens on the Strand, Galveston, TX. Hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation, the Dickens on the Strand Festival is held the first weekend in December and is based on 19th century Victorian London. Entertainment includes live performances, parades, and shopkeepers peddling their crafts.

Photograph of a mother and daughter celebrating the Dickens on the Strand Festival in their Victorian traditional outfits. Hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation, the Dickens on the Strand Festival is held the first weekend in December and is based on 19th century Victorian London. Entertainment includes live performances, parades, and shopkeepers peddling their crafts.

A gallant cyclist, dressed in historical costume, captured the fun and excitement of the Charles Dickens Christmas Festival. Hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation, the Dickens on the Strand Festival is held the first weekend in December and is based on 19th century Victorian London. Entertainment includes live performances, parades, and shopkeepers peddling their crafts.

A pipe band wearing Scottish kilts was seen performing at the Dickens on the Strand winter festival. Hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation, the Dickens on the Strand Festival is held the first weekend in December and is based on 19th century Victorian London. Entertainment includes live performances, parades, and shopkeepers peddling their crafts.

A renowned Houston based band, Bayou city pipes and drums was seen capturing the fun and excitement at the Dickens on the Strand Festival. Hosted by the Galveston Historical Foundation, the Dickens on the Strand Festival is held the first weekend in December and is based on 19th century Victorian London. Entertainment includes live performances, parades, and shopkeepers peddling their crafts.

Experience the magic of Christmas at the Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site, nestled outside West Columbia, Texas. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the former Governor of Texas, James S. Hogg, as you explore the grounds originally owned by Martin Varner, one of the Old Three Hundred and a veteran of the Texas Revolution. Discover the charm of the log cabin, built in 1824, where Varner cultivated corn, cattle, and sugar cane, possibly even distilling rum. This picturesque site offers a delightful holiday retreat, bringing together the spirit of Christmas and Texas history in perfect harmony.