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(Left)  Shell Creek runs quietly near former location of grist mill that had been built in 1877.
North of Columbus, Platte County, Nebraska. (Canon G10, Sept 2009)

(Right)  Towering oak tree found standing in the Christ Lutheran Cemetary.
North of Columbus, Platte County, Nebraska. (Canon G10, Sept 2009)
(Left)  Larry or Moe cracks open sunflower seeds at base of tree.
Lincoln, Nebraska. (Canon G9, May 2008)

(Right)  Miss Curly checks up on her brothers, Larry and Moe.
Lincoln, Nebraska. (Canon G9, May 2008)
Ducklings hurry to keep up with their mother near South 56th and Old Cheney Road,
Lincoln, Nebraska. (Canon G9, June 2008)
Young rabbit takes cover near Nebraska Wesleyan University
in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Canon G10, Sept 2009)