— Simplicity in nature can be defined as the elegant beauty we see around us, even in the smallest of things. It is that kind of beauty that is unpretentious, uncluttered, and sometimes free of unnecessary complexity. As an example, … Read More

— If you are like me, you cannot resist passing by a garden or a natural area with a number of ferns. Maybe it is because they are delicate, but I find them magical. For some people, ferns are often … Read More

— Before anything is said, there needs to be a clarification. All cacti are succulents, but not all succulents are cacti. Therefore, the Aloe Vera plant, for example, is not a cactus. Also, simply because a plant may have thorns … Read More

“Life’s picture is constantly undergoing change. The spirit beholds a new world every moment.“Rumi In one of life’s wonderful serendipitous moments, I was lucky to have been at the right place and the right time in two separate instances to … Read More

— Is this bee taking a nap or is it totally inebriated with pollen? The third week of June celebrates Pollinator Week. It is an annual event celebrated internationally in support of pollinator health. It is a time to celebrate … Read More

— When I first visited Seminole Canyon SP and Historic Site (Texas), I did not know about the historic side of the park. I had driven by the park a couple of times on my way to Big Bend NP, … Read More

— This week, the Denzil Nature blog challenged us to share photos of birds feeding and drinking. His blog invited us with this note and some beautiful photos: For Nature Photo Challenge #15 I would like to encourage you to … Read More

— A couple of weeks ago, while on a photo walk with a couple of friends, we spent a couple of hours at Berry Springs Park and Preserve, in Georgetown, Texas, just a few miles north of Austin. I must … Read More

— When the most recent Lens-Artists Challenge #251 photo assignment was announced, I did not have to think very much to decide what I would showcase. The theme was buildings and other structures. That was an easy choice with the … Read More

— In today’s hectic world, it can be difficult to find peace or a place to relax and escape the noise and stress. We are constantly bombarded with noise, stress, and anxiety. But it’s important to have a haven of … Read More