*Yellow on Yellow*

*Yellow on Yellow*

PHOTO – I was attempting to capture a black and orange bumble bee as it flew around my rhododendron flowers. I snapped photos until the nector gathering creature flew away, only to discover I had my camera setting wrong. I tried again. I was unhappy when two yellow jackets scared away the bumbles. But elated at this chance shot. CLICK PHOTO TO ENLARGE...

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*Natures Diamonds*

*Natures Diamonds*

PHOTO – It’s raining. It’s cold. But at least it’s Saturday. Between rain showers, I went outside in search of the next photograph for inspiration. We have a small garden off the house, and I ventured over and found diamonds. Small water droplets held in succulent green tines. CLICK PHOTO TO ENLARGE...

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*Unconditional Love*

*Unconditional Love*

POEM – I wrote this after a very bad day with my computer.  I had a tantrum, but felt safe no one could hear me. I was wrong. I went outside to take a break and found my yellow rhododendrons had just bloomed.  The sun was shining and I had to snap this shot.  I studied its delicate beauty – easily damaged.  Our hearts are the same.  We create garbage; sometimes unknowingly, and...

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*Renewed*

*Renewed*

POEM – The photo was taken a couple years ago (yes, I didn’t go out today). It is one of my favorites.  I love the simplicity of the bikes against the cobblestone patio.  Though not new, the bikes were cared for, as members of a family. People milling around didn’t even glance at them, yet they were waiting for their owners–quietly, patiently. . . . . . . Renewed I...

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