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forest foraging
reveals a beautiful nut
tasty new harvest
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softly glowing light
a leaf becomes a beacon
broadcasting beauty
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I’m still waiting to see if we’ll have a grand display this year. Meanwhile, I found some simple treasures to warm my heart.
Happy Autumn!
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Such beautiful autumn captures and words Brad. Enjoy all those small treasures, for truly they’re the biggest pleasures. 💚
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Thank you Miriam. And yes, I’m grateful for the small treasures.
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I know you are Brad
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I always LOVE your macro photos + poems. The second photo, in particular, inspired me to slow down and marvel at the complexity of that single leaf… Thank you, Brad!
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That is wonderful Wil. I agree about the leaf and am humbled that my photos and words can help you slow down and appreciate life’s details.
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Wonderful capture, Brad. Beautiful poem and vibrant colors of leaves.
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Thank you Kamal.
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Welcome always Brad 😊😊😊🤗🤗🤗🤗
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Ahh, so lovely. ‘A beacon broadcasting beauty.’ Well, that’s beautiful and perfect. Our leaves are becoming more sparse here, so I am holding on to every single moment we have left. Have a wonderful and happy day, Brad. HNS 🍁💕
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Thank you Tanya. It’s hard to let go of autumn’s beautiful show, especially those of us who don’t love winter! HNS. 🍁💕
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Ah, so lovely, the words, the images. Thanks for sharing the beauty! In Nature and in beauty, there’s no such thing as small… ♥
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Great reminder Wendy. They’re all blessings and gifts. 🙏
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Magickal captures Brad! Your poems and photos are constant reminders of being present to the gifts all around us and that beauty can be found everywhere if we take that pause. Even though the grand display hasn’t arrived yet, you sure are discovering the hidden nature parties going on. Happy Autumn 🍂
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Thank you Tania. I need to dig for those treasures to help keep me on track since the big picture of my life isn’t very exciting. To Autumn treasures! 🍂
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You’re welcome brad!! I’ll help you out with the digging! For starters, your heart is a treasure!!! it’s so big and kind…and from what I can see, both nature and people love you! of course, Astrid and I are included!
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Thank you for the kind, playful, and loving support Tania. 🙏
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hehe! you’re welcome! ❤
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Hi Brad,
So beautiful! I love the read leaf.
Blessings! ♥♥
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Thank you Ana. I’m glad you can share in the beauty and appreciation. 🧡
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Well said Brad and great pix…Was that 1st one the top to an acorn???? Cool picture VK
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I think it’s an acorn. I just loved the patterns and contrast with the green contrast. Happy Autumn!
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Beautiful Brad, a reminder indeed of the intricate details our magnificent world is built upon❤️ Sending love you way🥰
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Agreed. Thanks Barbara. 🥰
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That red leaf and the intricate beauty it displays is just so stunning!!
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Agreed. I’m glad you enjoyed it too!
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Simple treasures are the best treasures. 🧡 Thank you for sharing your beautiful photos and words, Brad. 🍁🍂
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You’re welcome Michele. I’m delighted you could share in these simple heart treasures. 🍁🍂
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So beautiful fragility Brad. Thank you.
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You’re welcome Cindy. I know you appreciate nature like I do.
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It is amazing what we find in nature when we look, Brad.
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Agreed Robbie. To finding treasures in nature!
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Cheers!
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Lovely captures Brad 🍁
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Thank you Val. Happy Autumn! 🍂
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There is something special about autumn, and you capture it in perfect details ~ your photos hold the essence of this season with the color and the decay. And your poem heighten this moment. Cheers.
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Thank you Randall. You summarized what makes the season special. I miss your gorgeous photos and stories. I hope you’re doing well. take care,
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Yes, this season is generally my favorite of the year. A special time before entering the bleak cold of winter 🙂 Doing well, and your post (and our WP community) has inspired me to write again. What camera did you use to take these photos?
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Yay! I look forward to seeing your post. This community is great. I use my cellphone, Pixel 4xl.
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Isn’t it amazing how technology has advanced to make cellphone photos so amazing. I’m using only cellphone photos in my next post because it has been the only thing I’ve carried around the past year+ 🙂 Your Pixel is great, but it is always the photographer’s eye that make a photo special, so kudos to you!
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Thanks for the compliment. Yes, cellphones have gotten very good. In fact, I’m considering an upgrade since it is my only camera. I look forward to seeing your photos. 😀
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Beautiful photos and haiku, Brad, but the one of the acorn is just stunning. A delicate jewel. I never really studied the pattern on the cap. And the way the light dapples that beautiful moss. I love that. “You are broadcasting beauty.” ❤
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Thank you for the kind words Diana. I love the first image for the same reasons! To broadcasting beauty in our words and actions. 🧡
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Beautiful small moments Brad, the patterns in the small things and the vibrancy of the colours.
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Thank you Andrea. Those small moments are about all I have currently that keeps me going. Happy Autumn.
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The autumn woods are full of little treasures. Enjoy them all, Brad.🙂
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Thank you Julie. I’m finding a few to enjoy. 🙏 To autumn treasures!
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Thanks Julie.
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It does broadcasting beauty. ❣
Loved it.
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Thank you and welcome Ritish.
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Glorious simple treasures! I love your macro photography, Brad. You so beautifully capture the wonder of nature. Wonderful poetry and post!❤
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Thank you so much Natalie. I’m delighted that you enjoy my photos and musings. To autumn treasures! 🍂
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This is beautiful!
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Thank you Shreya!
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Great captures, Brad!! They fit perfectly with your words!!Awesome!! Have a great week!
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Thank you Kirt. Sometimes it all comes together. I appreciate you and hope you have a wonderful week as well.
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Phenomenal macros, Brad. You caught both the light and hit the composition right on the head with these images. Just gorgeous!!! xo
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Thank you for the kind words Amy. It’s nice when it all comes together. And autumn is such a wonderful time to take photos!
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Love, love the little nut🍁🍂🧡 Thank you for sharing 😊
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Thank you Denise and welcome. That is my favorite image too. 🍂
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Beautiful forest floor photos Brad your poem a compliment to each. 💚
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Thank you Sue. I hope you’re enjoying your time away. 💕
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Loved my family time at Christmas this Year yes, thank you Brad…
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Yay! 💕
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Wunderbar. Edelmakro.
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Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed them!
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