We had the first freeze of the season this week. Although it barely got below the freezing mark, it was enough to notice plenty of frost and ice in areas without much sunlight. Enough ice was in one shallow section … Read More

“Then followed that beautiful season… Summer…. Filled was the air with a dreamy and magical light; and the landscape lay as if new created in all the freshness of childhood.“ Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Every day, we look out our dining … Read More

Happy New 2025! I hope the year that just ended fulfilled some of your cherished dreams and aspirations. May the new year be successful in all your endeavors! As I prepared this post with my favorite photos of 2024, I … Read More

Although the weather has been unseasonably warm for December, we have had just enough cold temperature snaps to create appealing fall colors. Yesterday, after the sun came out, I could not pass up the chance to photograph our deck view. … Read More

Who said there is no drama in Texas fall foliage? When I saw that Inks Lake State Park was at peak time for fall colors, I drove there the next day. The park is only a little over an hour … Read More

As the largest heron in North America, a Great Blue Heron can reach a height of up to 5 feet (1.5 meters) and a wingspan of up to 6.5 feet (nearly 2 meters). With a distinctive light blue plumage and … Read More

Lately, while meditating on the patio, I have noticed a persistent Red Admiral butterfly fluttering near where I sit. I say persistence because it has been occurring for at least two weeks. I have even seen it around the patio … Read More

Lens-Artists Challenge #326 – This Made Me Smile “Because of your smile, you make life more beautiful.”Thich Nhat Hanh Even three years after capturing the opening photo, I still smile when I see that mallard duck doing whatever it was … Read More

Lens-Artists Challenge #324: In the Details Patti’s latest idea for the Lens-Artists Challenge was to “get closer and closer to the subject, focusing on a particular detail(s).” Thanks for this great opportunity and idea, Patti. It allowed the “excuse” to … Read More

After my usual Sunday morning meditation, I observed the wildlife outside our backyard. We are blessed with a pond that attracts a variety of wildlife. Today was especially interesting because I could see three different animals simultaneously. I’m not including … Read More