Photographs, photography and discussions about it
“Nothing is ever really lost to us as long as we remember it.”― L.M. Montgomery Ten years ago, on this date, in 2014, we were nearing the end of a nine-day road trip through northern Spain. The Royal Palace of La Granja de San Ildefonso was one of our last stops before…
The Impatiens flower, also known as “Busy Lizzie,” has a rich history and symbolism. Its origins can be traced back to Africa and some parts of Asia. These delicate flowers hold significant meanings in different cultures around the world. In Eastern cultures, the Impatiens flower symbolizes motherly love, while in Western traditions, it represents patience…
While I was outside with a camera this morning, these two Chipping Sparrows flew to our bird feeder. I was just fast enough to catch the male making his final approach for landing, full flaps; I guess you could say. I had no time to consider the camera setting, so I took what…
“There are dark shadows on the earth, but its lights are stronger in the contrast.” Charles Dickens .
“The best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago. The second best time is now.” — unknown Bonnie’s lemon tree is in its third year with us, and each season, it grows a little more and produces delicious fruit. We have it in a large pot to bring it inside during the winter…
This bloom is outside our window where I usually have my morning coffee. I’ve been watching it and determined it was at or near its peak this morning. It’s such a rich color. I thought I’d share as a follow-up to my post of June 12th.