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The old schoolhouse on McKenzie Road, with its weathered façade and boarded-up windows, stands as a silent witness to the passage of time. Its wooden exterior, now a faded gray, reveals the effects of years of exposure to the elements. The structure’s once-vibrant shingles are now muted, hinting at the many seasons that have come and gone. The bell tower, which once called children to their lessons, now stands empty, its bell long gone, leaving only memories of its resonant chimes.
Surrounding the schoolhouse, the landscape is a tapestry of tall, golden grasses and wildflowers, swaying gently in the breeze. This natural border frames the building, creating a stark contrast between the cultivated past and the untamed present. The scene is tranquil, with the soft rustle of the grass and the distant call of birds filling the air, offering a glimpse of the serenity that once accompanied the hustle and bustle of school life.
Beside the main building stands a smaller outbuilding, equally weathered and forlorn. Its purpose, long forgotten, adds an additional layer of mystery to the scene. Perhaps it served as a storage shed, or maybe a playhouse for the children during recess. Now, it leans slightly, its structure battling against the relentless march of time, much like the main schoolhouse.
The ground around the schoolhouse is a mix of overgrown grass and remnants of what might have once been a garden or playground. Rusted remnants of an old fence hint at a time when the area was maintained and orderly. The fence, now more symbolic than functional, outlines a perimeter that has long since lost its boundaries to nature’s reclamation.
As the viewer takes in the entirety of the scene, there’s an undeniable sense of nostalgia. The McKenzie Road schoolhouse is more than just an old building; it’s a relic of a different era, a marker of community and learning. Its current state of decay only enhances its beauty, telling a story of resilience and the enduring passage of time.
McKenzie Road Old School House is an original from the MI Eye on the Thumb Collection: All Other Things Thumb Series and was taken on November 20, 2017.
