In The Wildwood

I drive past this very little community on my way to work every day. In the early morning hours as the sun is rising, the sun always casts a silhouette of this little church when you look toward the horizon. I always think of that old song, " The Church In The Wildwood." The song itself was written by Dr. William Pitts in 1857 following a coach ride on his way to see his fiancee in Fredericksburg, Iowa. The coach stopped in Bradford, Iowa where Dr. Pitts walked around enjoying the area. According to the story, there was no church there at that time, but apparently it was something he visualized as he penned the words to the song. Later, in 1862 Dr. Pitts moved to Bradford, Iowa to teach music at the Bradford Academy. When he moved there he was surprised to see a small church being constructed. He pulled out his song and it was sung at the church's dedication service. If you have never heard the song, here is a link. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zN3Pzz0GjLs&feature=related

[Carly jean]

Captivating theme shot, Rick! Such a beautiful little town, and I LOVE the church. Great capture, and the frame is perfect, too!

[Dorrena Ortega]

How pretty is this?! Because you do this project you share this with us. Thank you.

[Kris]

Lovely. Great silhouette. Thanks for sharing the information and the song. Also, thank you for taking the time, Rick, to make a comment on nearly all of my photos...the good and the not so good. ;) Have a great 2011.

[Kerri]

Beautiful

[Terry]

Love this shot

[Rebbecca Castillo]

lovely shot Rick! It is just perfect for the theme :)

[Beth]

Wow, great shot and amazing framing!

[Lori Rompolski]

wonderful shot,Rick. perfect.

[Constance Brinkley]

Beautiful shot and lovely silhouette. Thanks for all of your comments this year.

[Margaret Tryon]

Beautiful shot.

[Sue]

WOW! simply perfect!

[Angie]

Gorgeous shot!

[Madeline Fontenot]

Beautiful....love this shot!

[Amy Evans]

wow, beautiful. love the colors, gorgeous detail in the sky...

[Suelbiz]

This is such a beautiful shot, Rick. The title drew me in - my parents both loved this song so much. They passed away within a few months of each other and we had a combined memorial service at their church. Of course, I requested this song to be played. It will forever remind me of them.

I'd also like to thank you for your kind comments on my photos. You are so good to stop by almost every day.

[Yoella Offir]

Wow. This is so beautiful. Perfect for the theme of the week.

[Tan man]

Beautiful

[Barbara Warner]

Beautiful picture and I enjoyed the history!

[Nikkers]

Thanks for the link to the song.. it is lovely, and they all looked like they were having so much fun singing it..

What a wonderful photo Rick., and so nice that you see this little church everyday, and know the history of it..

[michansam]

There is some gorgeous scenery on your way to work. Great shot.

[Peggy Scroggins]

Awsome photo. Love the frame you added to it.

[Brad Johnson]

I can hear the roosters crowing.

[Isla Wight]

Great silhouette and sky.

[Shaela Taylor]

love the church! it seems to really add something extra to the photo!

[Rudi Teruel]

Truly, a beautiful shot, rick....

[cglist]

Just beautiful - such a lovely sky!

[Sheri Jeanne]

Beautiful image and coloring! I really love the border you used around it, too.

[Fiona Kierans Dunne]

Nice theme shot!

[Slava]

Gorgeous capture, Rick! Love your attitude to the New Year's Resolutions ;-)

[Carol Ann]

this is so lovely... it is a wonderful shot.. should be framed for real and put up on your wall!

[Pamela Mandeville]

This is beautiful. I thought of that song, too, as soon as I saw the title. And I love all the stories behind so many songs - I've heard of a book compiled with those stories but haven't found it.

[hellcat]

Beautiful shot, Rick. Hope you and yours have a happy and safe new years.

[Eleanor Muller]

Lovely picture, and I really enjoyed the accompanying story.
Hope 2011 is a great year for you.

[Diana Moss]

Beautiful silhouette of this pretty little church Rick. happy new year to you and your family

[Susan McIntyre]

What a stunning silhouette and sky. I have sung that song many times.

[Crystal Drake]

Frame worthy!! Definitely!

[Lois P]

Wonderful capture!

[Vicky G]

This is a stunning shot! I love the lighting that you captured.

[Glenys Hardy (Mrs Moose)]

A Fav!! Beautiful silhouette and loved the story that went with this photo.

[Henriette Sparkes]

Beautiful shot and perfect for the theme.

[Cynthia C.]

So beautiful! Love the sky and the silhouette, perfect for the theme.

[Bugik]

I can stare at this photo for hours. Beautiful!

[Kirsty .P]

wow,beautiful shot Rick!

[Laura Demko]

that's fabulous! thanks for the info!

[Vickie Posey]

Love,love Beautiful :-)

[Paula Fontanini]

This is such a pretty, peaceful image and the silhouette is superb! Another winner Rick! :)

[Martha Burns]

I love that song, it's one of the few I can sing okay, and I love this capture of the mood of the song.