Author Archives: Lindy Le Coq

~ Mystery Rose and Friends ~ In A Vase on Monday ~

My roses are giving me their last bit of flower for the season. This one is framed by aster, Sweet William and annual vinca in a squat ceramic vase. The tag on this hybrid tea rose says it is Chrysler … Continue reading

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~ Frame-Up ~ Cee’s Odd Ball + WPC – Frame 2 ~

Another thing Vic Moore taught me, was to keep an eye out for the absurd: things, items, places, situations — find the fun and the lesson in what is everywhere around us — revel with the odd balls of life! … Continue reading

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~ Creekside ~ Weekly Photo Challenge – Frame 1 ~

I remember when my high school art teacher, Vic Moore showed me that by circling my thumb and  finger together I could make a frame to look  through — anytime — anywhere. With my thumb resting upon my cheekbone, I … Continue reading

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~ Ribbon Reflections ~ Skywatch Friday ~

Contrails in the sky created lovely images on the water. Early morning at Odell Lake, Oregon USA. To enjoy sky-shots from around the world please visit:  http://skyley.blogspot.com/

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~ River Jewelwing ~ Wordless Wednesday + WPC – Rare ~

Although this jewel may not be rare to others, getting a good close-up shot of any damselfly (or dragonfly) is a rare feat for me! Rare

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~ In A Vase On Monday ~ (well almost!)

These Rudbeckia were in the vase yesterday, and the pictures were taken then, but I was having too much fun talking with my dear friend Kate last night. So here you have the posy on Tuesday. The salt glaze vase … Continue reading

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~ Full Moon Rising ~ Skywatch Friday ~

July’s full moon on the rise through the trees above Priest Lake, Idaho. Also known as Full Buck Moon, Full Thunder Moon, and Full Hay Moon. To enjoy sky-shots from around the world please visit:  http://skyley.blogspot.com/

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~ Windsor ~ Cee’s B&W Photo Challenge – Seating

I love the sensual curves of bent-wood chairs. This old oak Windsor provides a nice study of lines — and it’s comfortable to sit in too!  

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~ Weekly Photo Challenge – Fun! ~

My week-long stay at Crescent Creek Cottages began with a family reunion with cousin Duncan Low, and his wonderful companion Carolyn, who joined us for one night and the next morning. It had been forty years since I last met-up … Continue reading

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~ Wordless Wednesday at Odell Lake Oregon ~

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