I had big plans to do some experimenting tonight but I didn't have all the right equipment. I tried to substitute, but it just wasn't working out. I was running out of time so I decided to photograph some petunias on my front porch. The lighting wasn't right and the focus was a little too …
Day 234 – In My Backyard
Yesterday I noticed a flowering plant in my herb garden and at first glance didn't know what it was. Today I looked closer and found that it is my mint that is flowering. I don't think I've ever seen such a big flower on a mint plant before. Our crab apples are starting to grow …
Day 229 – Another Flowery Day
It has been very hot here lately. We have wildfires north and south so no matter which way the wind is blowing, we have smoke in the air. I have a number of allergies and all of this smoke, plus weed pollen and dry air has been affecting my breathing. Needless-to-say, I tend not to …
Day 226 – Patterns
I've taken photos of this weed before but tonight the light on them caught my eye. Maralee
Day 223 – Thistles
I mowed the lawn today for the first time in three weeks. As you may recall, I didn't want to disturb the young fawn that was recovering in our back yard so I put the task of mowing off until he was able to leave. What I found in our back yard, besides very tall …
