Category: photography
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Preparing For Spring
Seed pods! Nature’s first step in preparing for spring. On today’s hike, I noticed the first sign of changing of colors on some trees. Autumn is almost here and then winter. Are you ready? We do have spring to look forward to after that. Gotta love the four seasons! Nature Photo Challenge: Seedheads
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Tousled vs. Immaculate
Here we have the battle of two sunrises over different vistas, the tousled vs immaculate landscapes. First is a foggy sunrise over the naturally ruffled prairie along the trails at Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve in Chesterton, Indiana. The second image was taken at dawn at a golf course in Palm Springs, California. Having been in…
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Mirrored Reflection
The best thing about an early morning walk along a body of water is watching a mirrored reflection of the sunrise coming up over the horizon. This gift of the dawning of light was enjoyed at Rogers Lakewood Park in Valparaiso, Indiana. “An early morning walk is a blessing for the whole day.” – Henry…
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Beauty in Imperfection
At the end of life, a wildflower clings to beauty in imperfection with missing parts and wilting petals. Found along Trail #10 at the Indiana Dunes State Park. Ragtag Daily Prompt – Missing Part
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Looking Out From Within
Framed by a Window – Three scenes looking out from within the indoors. The first is from the largest fortress in the Americas, Castillo San Cristobal in Puerto Rico. The arched window of the past looks out at the modern windows of today. Next, is a peaceful view of Greenfield Village at the Henry Ford…
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Waving in the Breeze
A summery sunflower waving in the breeze and taking in the sunshine at Foundations Meadow Park in Valparaiso, Indiana. Fandango’s One Word Challenge – Breeze
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Ponder
On days when I am overwhelmed with the busyness and troubles of life, the one sure thing that helps me find peace is to ponder on the promises of God. Sitting by the pond at Hamstra Gardens while looking out toward a boat appropriately named “Ponder” seems like an ideal spot for contemplation, don’t you think?…
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After a Summer Rain
Colorful flowers are thriving after a summer rain at Foundation Meadows Park in Valparaiso, Indiana. Flower of the Day
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The Masked Fly
I have no idea what this little bug is but I thought titling the post “The Masked Fly” might catch some attention and someone might be able to help me identify it. Do you know? This masked fly was no longer than 1/2 inch and was hanging on to the top of a stalk of…
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Topsy-Turvy Spheres
Clear blue skies and bright morning sun produced rows of topsy-turvy spheres as dewdrops showed off tiny reflections of a world turned upside down. Mornings have been cooler than normal which meant no hungry mosquitoes and that is always a plus. A three mile hike through the prairie and forests at Meadowbrook Nature Preserve only…
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One Day, One Hike, One Lens
Three images taken on one day, one hike, and with one lens. So exciting when a new lens is delivered days before expected! In order to put my Nikkor 28mm to the test, I headed out the door to Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve. As much as I was tempted to switch to my macro lens…
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Stages of Life
Two wildflowers in contrasting stages of life. Nature captured along the trails at the Indiana Dunes State Park. Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge – Contrasts
