High Impact, Little Package

Such brillant color on such fragile petals.

This is the view out my bedroom window

every morning when I pull up my blinds.

David planted these beautiful roses for

me a few summers ago. He's taken wonderful

care feeding and tending to them whenever

they're in need, just as he does his family.

What a wonderful caregiver he is-my David.

Warm Comfort

Having a fire is my definition of comfort, warm comfort.

I could stare at the colored flames all night long, mind wandering

off, with no worries.

A Winter Afternoon

Never worried if she is safe, knowing she is.
Taking a nap on a whim, this time in the early afternoon.
Having her own space, a sofa just for them.
Wrapped in a loving atmosphere, keeping her warm in the winter chill.
One of our pups, loved more than they will ever know.

Blended hues

A mixture of color, darker/lighter hues. Having them all blend together creating a beautiful canvas to view our world. What better way to end the day.

2011 Reflections

Taken just yesterday, this photo of my oldest girl really hits home with me. Converting this to b&w made me realize our first baby girl has begun to show her age this year. I try not to think of age, in terms of any of us, but her seasoned features are highlighted by my post processing.
Reflecting back on the year there have been several subtle changes I began noticing over the summer. Others were right when they said, "It sneeks up on you, your age I mean." With the arrival of the New Year, make sure you truly "live" your life as it does race on by "in a blink of an eye."
Happy New Year to All!

Skyward

Looking skyward this morning-unbelievable scene up above. I normally look eye level when scouting for my subjects, but this morning I'm happy I looked up. What a beautiful sky the rainy weather brought to the south. Next time instead of looking forward, look up.

Undeniable Joy

Joyful feelings-not ever wondering if your love is returned, just knowing it is.
Knowing you'll never be judged, just unconditionally loved each and every day.
Intutuively sensing when you're sad and kissing away your tears.
These are just a few selfless things our pets give us throughout their life.
What wonderful additions they are to our families.
I can't express how much my girl means to me.