“Look at everything always as though you were seeing it either for the first or last time: Thus is your time on earth filled with glory.” ― Betty Smith, A Tree Grows in Brooklyn Fabulous sunsets are one of the perks of living at the lake. Our house isn’t located on the lake; but …
One Spring Day I walked along a pathway Filled with flowers and trees. As sunset drew close, I looked up to see The sun shining through The branches of a maple tree. The glowing color Almost took my Breath away. It was a great reminder That life should never be Just a moment in time. …
“Blossom by blossom the spring begins.” — Algernon Charles Swinburne “The first blooms of spring always make my heart sing.” — S. Brown I took a few hours to walk through a Tulip garden and found that I was so much more relaxed after looking at the beautiful flowers. It’s good to know that …
An invisible force Ravishes my body. Upsetting my brain, Twisting my words, Stealing my sleep, Draining my energy, Attacking my muscles, Amplifying my pain, Slowing my pace. An invisible force Changes my life. Fibromyalgia This poem describes my feelings about Fibromyalgia and how it affects my life. Fibromyalgia is a hidden disease and that makes …
We flatter those we scarcely know, We please the fleeting guest, And deal full many a thoughtless blow To those who love us best. These words written so long ago by Ella Wheeler Wilcox speak to me. They remind me to not take those I love for granted. They remind me that it’s important to …
#stayhome #socialdistancing We planned to visit Davey Dogwood Park again this spring; but won’t be able to due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I decided to share these photos from several years ago again. We can experience the beauty of the dogwoods through photos until it’s possible to travel again. Road Trip We took a quick …
Family Like branches on a tree we all grow in different directions; but our roots remain as one. This old, oak tree is far from perfect; but it amazes me. It stands on the edge of a road buried deep in the Texas countryside. It has survived on only what nature has provided for an …
After a morning rain shower, these day lilies are a beautiful reminder that spring is here. Morning Lily
Lakes, oceans and beaches have always fascinated me. –Maybe because I lived most of my life in an area of Texas where lakes were few and far between. I always make sure that I have a camera available anytime I am going to be a near a lake. These are a few of my favorite …
Today’s the day! I’m starting a new blogging event at Rainy Day Reflections called Monday Motivators. Every Monday, I will share something that motivates me to get through the day, week or even through just an hour. It may be a quote, a photo or even a recipe. I hope that you will share what … Continue reading
It’s time for June’s One Photo Focus Photo Challenge. One Photo Focus is a photography challenge hosted by Stacy Fischer at Visual Venturing. The participants in this challenge edit the same image and share it on the One Photo Focus Forum. You can get more information and join the One Photo Focus monthly challenge at … Continue reading
This flag banner motivates me to be grateful for my life in the United States and for the brave men & women who fight to keep us free. Reminder Beginning June 6th, I’m starting a new blogging event at Rainy Day Reflections called Monday Motivators. Every Monday, I will share something that motivates me to get … Continue reading
I saw this abandoned building while driving through Sherman, Texas. It was amazing to see the walls still standing even though they were sagging and crumbling. The roof was long gone with trees and grass growing where the floor had once been. The glass had disappeared from the windows years ago; but some of the … Continue reading
I just can’t seem to stop taking photos of these gorgeous Hibiscus blooms. I actually thought I had lost this plant because it had a bad case of aphids. I finally resorted to using a bug spray. Two days later, it had seven blooms. I love all the lines and shapes of this little bud, the … Continue reading
Monday Motivators – A Preview Yes I realize that today is Tuesday; but I’m too excited to wait. Beginning June 6th, I’m starting a new blogging event at Rainy Day Reflections called Monday Motivators. Every Monday, I will share something that motivates me to get through the day, week or even through just an hour. … Continue reading
This bowl of succulents is interesting to see because of the all the different types of plants. The monochrome version brings your eye to the wonderful shapes and textures. “Bowl of Succulents” is my entry for this week’s Monochrome Madness Challenge. You can join the Monochrome Madness Challenge or view more monochrome photos by visiting Leanne … Continue reading
There’s less than a month of school left for most — my teacher friends can probably give me an exact countdown. Which means it’s also the time for award ceremonies again. As an educator, I always dreaded award time. I knew the awards would make some happy and some sad. And I don’t think that’s what … Continue reading
We recently moved from one part of Texas to another. There’s only about 6 hours in distance form one area to the other; but there’s a world of differences. Cow Country We lived in the flat plains of the Panhandle before. You could literally see for miles and miles. It wasn’t unusual to see herds of … Continue reading
When looking for subjects for monochrome photos, I usually look for lots of lines and texture. However, I decided to try something different this week. I think this sunset has enough content for a monochrome photo. I love how the monochrome version emphasizes the sun rays. It’s almost like you can see the bright golden … Continue reading
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