This little pansy that came up in my flowerbed a couple of days ago reminds me of the resiliency we, as Americans, have. The pansy was planted last summer. It survived the cold winter and even after it bloomed, it got snowed on several times. The petals hunkered down during a night with freezing … [Read more...]
Deer Sighting
This young mule deer looked kind of lost standing near the road by itself. It was in a great position for two photographers out for a drive, but I sure hope it found the rest of the herd before nightfall.~DS … [Read more...]
Snow-Covered Trees
I woke up to the sun shining through snow-covered trees. I'm so grateful to live in an area that has four distinct seasons. Each season offers a different perspective, and the beauty of nature never disappoints.~Ds … [Read more...]
Smiling at Ewe
Sheep always look like they are smiling, which automatically makes them photogenic - no need to say "cheese." ~DS … [Read more...]
I Still Love Trees
As I write this post, the sun is shinning and I can see blue sky. I know photo jaunts are on my soon to be agenda. Winter has kept Deb and I close to our homes, working on other projects, recovering from colds and sometimes just staying in cause it was really cold outside.We are both hearing the … [Read more...]
Lens Flare
I played around with lens flare today. Not much I can do to improve on Mother Nature's design, but the lens flare adds a new dimension.~DS … [Read more...]
Cold Winter Day
The blue sky peers out from behind the dark clouds on a cold, winter day.~DS … [Read more...]
Hello Sun
The sun is trying to come out over the mountain tops through the dense, winter clouds.~DS … [Read more...]
Winter Clouds
I love to look at the clouds any time of year, but especially in the winter as they hover above the snow. Photographing them is even better.~DS … [Read more...]
Snowy Day
It has been a mild, but still photographic, winter in Eastern Oregon so far.~DS … [Read more...]