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My interests include writing, photography, marketing and sales. The Big Bertha's Adventures blog gives me a creative outlet to occupy my time while (hopefully) inspiring and entertaining others.
Tributes

Kibbles Anthony Lisieux – 2 Years Later

May 15, 2017February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Today is the anniversary of of the passing of our family chihuahua, Kibbles Anthony Lisieux.   To mark the day, I dug up her old newsletter.  We (Kibbles and I) published a monthly newsletter and sent via snail mail to … Continue reading Kibbles Anthony Lisieux – 2 Years Later

Critters, State Parks

Dragonfly

May 11, 2017February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Here are some photos from a recent trip to Lake Ray Roberts – the Isle du Bois unit.        Date:  May 7, 2017 Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  My beloved 100 mm macro lens (Canon EF … Continue reading Dragonfly

Critters, Details Count, Flowers, LBJ National Grasslands, spiders

Spider

May 10, 2017February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Here’s another photo from the LBJ Grasslands last weekend.  I used a tripod to steady the camera.   Date:  May 5, 2017 Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  My beloved 100 mm macro lens (Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 … Continue reading Spider

Critters, Emotions, LBJ National Grasslands, Places, spiders

Dramatic Scene at the LBJ National Grasslands

May 9, 2017February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Not sure how this shot happened.  I love how dramatic everything looks. Date:  May 6, 2017 Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  My beloved 100 mm macro lens (Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 L macro IS) Location:  LBJ … Continue reading Dramatic Scene at the LBJ National Grasslands

Critters, Details Count, Flowers, LBJ National Grasslands, Macro Photography

Fascinating World

May 8, 2017February 9, 2022 bigbertha

A macro lens, tripod and a little bit of patience can reveal a fascinating world.  Here are some photos from my favorite place, the LBJ National … Continue reading Fascinating World

Blue, Critters, LBJ National Grasslands

Metallic Beetle

May 7, 2017February 9, 2022 bigbertha

This beetle was surprisingly cooperative.  I managed to set up a tripod to photograph it before it got away. Date:  May 6, 2017 Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  My beloved 100 mm macro lens (Canon EF … Continue reading Metallic Beetle

Critters, Details Count, LBJ National Grasslands, Macro Photography

Adventures at the LBJ National Grasslands

May 6, 2017February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Here are highlights from this weekend’s trip to the LBJ National Grasslands.  I used a tripod and reflector for these shots.  Be sure to click on the images to see proper sizes of the photos. I included this shot below … Continue reading Adventures at the LBJ National Grasslands

LBJ National Grasslands

Permission to Eat

April 30, 2017February 9, 2022 bigbertha

I’ve spotted trees with berries at the LBJ National Grasslands.  I desperately want to eat them – but I’m not certain if they are safe to eat.  Take a look. They look delicious. I think (?) these are mulberry trees … Continue reading Permission to Eat

Dallas Arboretum, Flowers, Purple

Spring Rain

April 28, 2017February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Here are more photos from my favorite trip to the Dallas Arboretum back in March. The flowers and leaves blurred in the background to create an interesting effect. Some of the water droplets look metallic. A wider view of the … Continue reading Spring Rain

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