My excuse for traveling to San Antonio was an important writing conference. Fortunately, several writing friends and I had an opportunity to walk to nearby attractions. All photos are by Mary Vee. Please credit my name if you use them. Visitors may enter the grounds and the fort free of charge. There is a donation box if you choose to contribute. I first stopped by early in the morning on my walk and was surprised to see a gate open and a guard standing in front of it. I commented on the lovely trees to the guard. This live oak was one of my favorites. He pointed to his favorite trees inside the gardens. I thought the tree to the left might have been a Banyon. They are similar in that both are huge trees with massive curvy branches that are as thick as trunks. Later in the day I returned to the grounds where I photographed this door and arch. Notice the intricate scroll work etched into the stone. Very impressive. Am I right? ...
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