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~ Wordless Wednesday – Beachward Bound! ~

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~ Mr. Lincoln – In A Vase On Monday ~

A few years ago, my Mr. Lincoln rose was almost dead — only one stalk was healthy enough to save. Now it is thriving and has provided blossoms all summer long. On this last Monday of summer, I feature these … Continue reading

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~ Skywatch Friday – Big Weather! ~

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~ Wordless Wednesday + WPC: Edge 2 ~

Odell Lake, Oregon – USA  Photo Challenge: Edge

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~ Hearts & Flowers – In A Vase On Monday ~

Tomorrow is our 47th wedding anniversary, so placing this small pink posy in a heart shaped vase seemed just right. For a bit of fun, I played around with saturation to create something of a ‘Victorian’ effect. For inspiration and … Continue reading

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~ Edgy In San Diego – Weekly Photo Challenge: Edge ~

This week Ben Huberman challenges us to “keep our angles sharp and heart rate fast.” In particular, to focus on sharp angles and edges that provide context for the photograph. Some shots I took a few years ago while visiting … Continue reading

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~ Skywatch Friday + WPC – Mirror 3 ~

A suffused sunset is reflected upon the still bay from cabin 1, Beach Haven Orcas Island, WA – USA To enjoy visions of the sky from around the world, visit skywatch Mirror

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~ Wordless Wednesday + WPC – Mirror 2 ~

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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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