At some point in our lives, many of us owned a ukulele (The correct Hawaiian pronunciation is actually: oo-koo-lay-lay). I know I did and I always looked at it as one of my toys. It wasn’t until I moved to Hawaii as a young adult that I began to appreciate the Ukulele as a musical instrument. …
Day 79 – In My Own Back Yard
I wanted so badly to find some signs that spring might actually arrive here this year. After a white-out snowfall yesterday, temperatures in the teens to 30's today, and a forecast of more snow tonight, I began to think that spring might pass us by this year. So, tonight I went into my back yard …
Day 78 – Begonias
One of the many things I am learning while doing this blog is the names of different flowers. While at dinner with friends yesterday I saw this beautiful plant. It had delicate white flowers with a beautiful pink around the edges. I asked her what it was and was told it is a Begonia. Of …
Day 77 – Mountains . . . again . . . and I need some advice.
After a week of rain, snow, and rain, the sun came out today. I took advantage of the beautiful day to take some photos of the mountains emerging from the clouds. While processing the photos, I noticed an inordinate amount of dust on the photos that had to be removed. It can be done in …
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Day 76 – Orchids
I am a sucker for orchids. I love the simple elegance of them. Until last year, I had never tried growing them. As I've stated previously, I do not have a green thumb. Just about every plant I've ever owned has died. I either over water it or under water it. Or the cats eat …
Through My Lens 