~ puffy clouds building flowers, fungi, and lush trees a hiker’s delight spring showers nurture the soil effervescent life bursts forth ~ verdant vibrant vistas flowers beckon, birds sing announce the arrival of spring rejoice ~ ~ It’s peak spring here in Arkansas and we’re having gorgeous weather with mild temperatures, moderate humidity, and lots…
This week Donna at Wind Kisses offered a beautiful post and tribute to nature for Earth Day. She asked us to share photos of rocks and what inspires us in her tribute called Rock Your World. Anyone who has followed me for a while knows that nature is my passion, my inspiration, and my foundation.…
~ ~ velvety petals vibrantly glowing circles inviting wonder ~ This week we have another fun challenge from Ann-Christine at Leya. She has invited us to find Circular Wonders. I didn’t think I would have much to share since the vast majority of my photos are taken in nature, but I was delighted to find…
This week Edigio challenged the lens artists to explore warm colors and how they affect us. Colors can affect our moods and well-being; everything from our clothes, home decorations, rooms, and nature. There is a long history of color being used therapeutically. “Color is a power which directly influences the soul.” ~ Wassily Kandinsky Here…
~ deep cold artic weather settles over the land freezing ponds, pipes, and bones resigned ~ schools close people shelter stoking fireplace and heater a losing battle for home warmth defeat ~ bundle layers of clothes slow the arctic windchill slipping on icy roads and walks severe ~ serene beautiful views fresh white pristine landscapes…
I’m late, but here is my entry for the Lens-Artist Challenge #281. Anne-Christine asked us to share our favorite images from 2023. They can be picked for beauty, memories, art, or any reason. Mine are mostly from my apartment grounds or nearby parks since I’ve traveled so little in the last few years. Thankfully, I’ve…
This week’s Lens-Artists challenge invites us to see what is magical in the world around us. We can create magic with our perspectives, both the lens and our attitudes. Ever since my thirties, when I was able to visit many of the US National Parks, nature has been my muse, my sanctuary, and a place…
~ ~ lush green autumnal moss tickle my heart and toes a carpet of velvet delights soothing ~ ~ autumn glowing goodness nature’s sweet harmony a symphony of sound and light harvest ~ I enjoyed a mellow Thanksgiving weekend as the cap to a quiet autumn. I connected with a few friends and a couple…
~ soft golden sunlight gorgeous colors reflecting a peaceful lake stroll ~ ~ a biting cold freeze frost, autumn wind, fallen leaves the hints of winter ~ ~ fall beckons again vibrant colors, glowing lights beautiful warm days ~ Thankfully we had a very brief cold spell and then back to gorgeous autumn days in…
~ ancient craggy bluffs eroded limestone mountains beauty carved in time ~ ~ withered and worn etched by time and water shadows of their prime ~ ~ I finally drove out to the Buffalo River area after an absence of too many years. The Buffalo is the nation’s first National River and is mostly protected.…
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