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
Date: August 2019 Location: Hot Springs, Arkansas 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: I used a tripod for a steadier shot. More info on … Continue reading Harvestman, an arachnid who is not a spider
Giant miniatures are possible with a good macro lens and a steady hand…. It also doesn’t hurt to be in a beautiful setting. Camera: Rockalita Sunshine (Canon EOS 5D Mark IV) Lens: My beloved 100 mm macro lens (Canon EF … Continue reading Giant Miniature
While in Arkansas, I attended Elizabeth and Robert’s wedding at the Garvan Woodland Gardens. Here’s a look at the Anthony Chapel. It’s quite a chapel in the woods! View of the inside. (with apologies that it’s a little blurry) The … Continue reading A Wedding in Arkansas
Whether you call them weeds or wildflowers… they certainly do attract butterflies! Here are some highlights from a recent visit to Oak Point Nature Preserve. I … Continue reading Wildflowers & Butterflies
My friend Tore and I returned to Oak Point Park, one week after the Fish Tale / Great Flood. The plan was to observe the damage and cleanup operation. I also planned on documenting the dead fish in fields and … Continue reading A walk in the park with a butterfly
There was a brief moment when the rain paused long enough for my friend Tore and I to visit Oak Point Park. This park makes my list of top city parks because there’s always fun wildlife to observe with very … Continue reading A fish tale
Henry found a delightful reading nook at Tishomingo National Wildlife Refuge. I stood at this location for several minutes, taking photos, inhaling the smell of the forest, imagining myself becoming part of the scenery. I could smell mushrooms and … Continue reading Reading Nook
I purchased an app that reported 100 percent chance of rain last Sunday. Â I was devastated. Â Weekends are for outdoor adventures. Â I felt cheated out of a weekend. Â Fortunately, my concerns and the rain cleared after having lunch. Â (I have … Continue reading Rainy Day
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