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Critters, Macro Photography, Miniatures, nature, RubbishLeave a comment
Garbage Bug

Hiker Discovers Garbage Bug

August 7, 2021 bigbertha

Antonio was enjoying a peaceful hike when he came upon a curious mound of rubbish…on legs! Continue reading Hiker Discovers Garbage Bug

Critters, Macro Photography, nature, Rubbish1 Comment
Garbage Bug

A Hoarder in the Bug Community

August 4, 2021 bigbertha

I noticed a fuzz ball moving on a leaf.  It wasn’t the breeze causing the movement.  It was definitely moving on its own. As I looked closer, it looked like there could be bark on the moving fuzz ball… and are those dead bodies? But what is it? Continue reading A Hoarder in the Bug Community

Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge, nature, Percival Sunshine, ventriloquist's dollsLeave a comment
Abandoned Boat at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge

Abandoned Boat at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge

April 5, 2021February 9, 2022 bigbertha

We spotted an abandoned boat at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge.  Continue reading Abandoned Boat at Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge

Dallas Arboretum, HO Scale Models, natureLeave a comment
Elephant at the Dallas Arboretum

Elephant at the Dallas Arboretum 2021

February 27, 2021 bigbertha

During a recent visit to the Dallas Arboretum, I spotted something out of the ordinary… an elephant!   Continue reading Elephant at the Dallas Arboretum 2021

Circle of Life, Critters, Details Count, nature2 Comments
Cicada Wings

Cicada Wings

July 21, 2020 bigbertha

A close-up look at the beauty of cicada wings. They resemble stained glass! Continue reading Cicada Wings

HO Scale Models, Miniatures, nature, Oak Point Park, ParksLeave a comment
Tulip

Sunset & Snake

October 25, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

Is there anything more peaceful than enjoying a sunset by a favorite pond?  Actually there is.  Enjoying a sunset with a friend.  These two characters only met this afternoon but they felt like they’ve known each other a lifetime. 🙂 … Continue reading Sunset & Snake

Dallas Arboretum, Flowers, HO Scale Models, Miniatures, natureLeave a comment
Flower Seeds and HO Scale miniature

Dinner is Served

April 29, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

This photo is among my favorites that I took at the Dallas Arboretum.  I noticed the seed pods and I saw an opportunity to make a meal out of it. Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  My beloved … Continue reading Dinner is Served

Dallas Arboretum, Flowers, HO Scale Models, Macro Photography, Miniatures, natureLeave a comment

Funeral Service for Daffodil

March 31, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

  Date:  March 9, 2019 Location:  Dallas Arboretum Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  My beloved 100 mm macro lens (Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 L macro IS) Notes:  The moment was just too perfect. I spotted the fallen daffodil … Continue reading Funeral Service for Daffodil

Dallas Arboretum, Flowers, HO Scale Models, Macro Photography, Miniatures, natureLeave a comment

Goodbye Winter Doldrums….

March 28, 2019February 9, 2022 bigbertha

….Hello, Springtime! Date:  March 9, 2019 Location:  Dallas Arboretum Camera:  Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens:  My beloved 100 mm macro lens (Canon EF 100mm f/2.8 L macro IS) Notes:  The drooping daffodil was the perfect opportunity to finally … Continue reading Goodbye Winter Doldrums….

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