The past year was a wonderful time for me, photographically, starting out with spending New Year's Eve at the beach, where I enjoyed the sun and sand all to myself. Later in the winter, my family spent some quality time at the hockey rink, cheering on our local, minor league team and ice-racing wiener dogs. … Continue reading A year in photos
Tag: Florida
Winter solstice
The earth has tilted Night becomes day Day becomes night The unconquered sun, turning of the year Bonfires of pagan and believer A celebration of the true light Welcoming renewal and rebirth Ashes and embers kept for luck Candles lit to remember, beacons of hope The longest night comes to an end
Escaping into the woods
Last week I missed my photo hike. Probably the first time that has happened in more than two years. I was off doing the whole "my-kid-is-home-from-college-family-togetherness" thing. I'll admit to getting a little twitchy not being able to get out, but it was nice to hang with my daughter and have everyone home at the … Continue reading Escaping into the woods
Greet the day
Getting up early in the morning to take long walks, or meet friends to work out (or the 50-something equivalent), isn't always easy or what I really want to do. Some days that warm, soft bed is much too alluring, and I just want to stay bundled in my blankets. Then, I make the effort … Continue reading Greet the day
Winter’s ‘a comin’
I live in Florida, a state where we don't have clear delineation of seasons. We have Hot, HOTTER, mild, and rain. There is very little change in fall foliage - palm trees don't drop their fronds or turn luscious shades of gold and red - and it doesn't get cold (Deep South cold) until mid- … Continue reading Winter’s ‘a comin’
Left to my own devices
While most tourists to my part of the world tend to congregate at the beaches, there are so many other beautiful places to visit. The perk for me when hiking at these lesser known Florida nature spots, is that I rarely have to share the trail with other people. That means I can do whatever … Continue reading Left to my own devices
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