Category Archives: Photographs

~ Wordless Wednesday ~ A Breath of Fresh Air ~

   

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~ Seeking Solace in Nature ~ Skywatch Friday ~

The election of a man who has no business being President of the United States, has left me seeking internal balance. Everything he says and represents is antithetical to my belief system and core values. Though I know better than … Continue reading

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~ Sunset Self-Portrait ~ Weekly Photo Challenge – Mirror ~

Sunsets at Beach Haven are spectacular. This one is reflecting on the water and on the window of the cabin with me in silhouette, seems an apt entry to this weeks photo challenge! Mirror

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~ Skywatch Friday – Moonrise Under Cloudbank ~

Once in a while nature provides perfect photo opportunities! Nearly full moon, July 16 2016 — Ritzville, WA USA To see sky photography from around the world 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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~ 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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~ In A Vase On Monday – Sunlit Stargazers ~

Our next-door-neighbor dropped by to wish us welcome home with two of her gorgeous stargazer lily blossoms. Carolyn, sweet as the flower, removed the pollen stamens to extend the life of the cut blossom. The ceramic vase was a gift … Continue reading

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~ Lifting Up ~ Weekly Photo Challenge – Look Up ~

“We move forward by lifting up — not tearing down.”* “Become a possibilitarian. No matter how dark things seem to be or actually are, raise your sights and see possibilities — always see them, for they’re always there.” ~ Norman Vincent … Continue reading

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~ Heirloom Photograph ~

On the back of the original frame was a note written by my Grandfather, George Sutherland Low (1884-1957): In Glen Tilt ~ Perthshire Scotland, by Charles Reid ~ Gold Medal ~  London Exposition of Photography I’ve always loved this photograph, … Continue reading

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~ Cee’s Black & White Challenge – Roads Of Any Kind ~

       

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