I’m Watching You

Juniper trees have always been a favorite subject for me. They have so much texture and they way their limbs can twist and turn makes them very interesting. I took a photo of this tree because I liked the texture.  I didn't notice that it was watching me until I got home and one of …

Three Score Years Ago

"You aren't really 60. Just 21 with 39 years experience!"  On my Birthday: “Three scores is 60 years ago,” It is poetic as the shadows grow. I selfishly holds memories a bliss while yearning mom's forgotten kiss.    While whispering the numbers to myself, Longing the days of dolls and elves. My hair has lightened, …

More Critters

I've added a gray squirrel to the menagerie of animals visiting us at work.  I suppose the corn cobs I'm leaving for them helps bring them around.  Between the gray squirrel, ground squirrel and scrub jays, the corn doesn't last very long. Maralee

Poppy

I love poppies . . . especially the very large Oriental poppies.  I've tried growing them in my garden but they just don't  seem to want to grow there. These were taken at a local public garden.  It was mid-day so the lighting was very harsh.  I used the sun as a back-light for one …

Doe, a Deer

As I was pulling out of my garage yesterday, I noticed this lovely young lady in my front yard.  I think she was checking out my flowers to see if I had any new treats for her. Maralee