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Bill Abernethy took this photo of what he called a “Lego Man” in Cape Town South Africa. Made from cases of Coca-Cola this tourist attraction was just one of many wonders in the area. Cape Town is fondly known as the Mother City. With jaw-dropping scenery to centuries-old architecture mingling with minimalist modern design, this scenic South African city encompasses old and new. The city is set against the backdrop of the iconic Table Mountain plateau and sapphire blue Table Bay, famous for its seal population and great white sharks.
Bill Abernethy took this photo of what he called a “Lego Man” in Cape Town South Africa. Made from cases of Coca-Cola this tourist attraction was just one of many wonders in the area. Cape Town is fondly known as the Mother City. With jaw-dropping scenery to centuries-old architecture mingling with minimalist modern design, this scenic South African city encompasses old and new. The city is set against the backdrop of the iconic Table Mountain plateau and sapphire blue Table Bay, famous for its seal population and great white sharks.
By Arlinda Smith Broady
Updated Nov 23, 2017

“Life is like a camera. Just focus on what’s important and capture the good times, develop from the negatives and if things don’t work out, just take another shot.”

— Unknown

As this weekend reminds us to be thankful for what we have and appreciate loved ones, the County by county staff found some favorite reader-submitted photos to reflect upon that. With technology that has turned just about everyone into an amateur photographer we encourage you to capture the moments — with your camera and with your heart.

About the Author

A Midwesterner by birth, but a Southerner by heritage, Arlinda Smith Broady has a combination of solid values, easy-going charm and unrelenting thirst for knowledge that makes her a not only a dedicated journalist, but a compassionate community member. She seeks truth and justice, but is just as eager to spread good news and share a witty story.

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