I can't think of a better title for today's blog post. A sunny, blue sky with a high temperature that hovered around 80 degrees. I couldn't dream of a more beautiful day. As you've probably noticed, I have a penchant for walking and taking pictures, and as this was the perfect day for doing both, …
Think Spring!
As our long, cold, snowy winter recedes into the past, we can look forward to blue skies and sunny days, bird song, and flowers bursting into bloom. No, they won't arrive at warp speed, but there is no denying they are on the way, so bring 'em on! In the spirit of spring, today is a good day …
Always carry a camera!
Driving home from the park, I had to make an unplanned stop when a little flock of turkeys prepared to cross the street in front of me. Grabbing my camera off the seat next to me, I fired off a couple of shots of these proud Toms. Although it's not uncommon to see them in the park, …
Today I believe in spring!
I took a photowalk in Chagrin River Park this afternoon.The sun was shining, and it was almost warm enough to wear a sweatshirt instead of the heavy jacket I've been wearing all winter. And it wasn't raining! So I'm celebrating, even though there is some rain and (maybe even) snow forecast for the weekend. On …
Today was manageable!
The first day of spring is one thing and the first spring day is another.The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month. ~Henry Van Dyke Here in northeast Ohio we have passed the first day of spring and are anxiously awaiting the first spring day. With ice still covering much of Lake …
Stepping out in Holden Arboretum
One of my favorite places to walk with my camera is Holden Arboretum. The picture above was taken in the Butterfly Garden last November, after they had bedded everything down for the coming winter. Today I returned to the Arboretum for a short walk...probably no more than a mile, but it felt like I imagine …
Hope springs eternal!
For the past three months (January through March) something huge has been missing in my life...something spelled e-x-e-r-c-i-s-e. My approach to exercise for many years has been to pick up my camera and head out the door to one of our great local parks. For years I have walked week in and week out straight through the …
Sharing is NOT an option!
The red-bellied woodpecker thought she had the post to herself until company showed up. If sharing is NOT an option, what will happen next? That's it for today. Thanks for stopping by. Carolyn aka Skip
Avian Antics
When I'm out and about with my camera in the park, something I watch for is interaction among the critters. On this chilly winter morning, three birds showed up on the same fence rail ...all at the same time. Were they happy to share their prime spot? Take a look, and you decide.
On the trail today…
... I enjoyed a snowy (and very cold) walk. We were blessed with 8-10 inches of snow on Sunday and Monday. Although some people probably wouldn't consider that a blessing, it definitely makes photography more interesting. As challenging as it was to walk the snow-covered trails in the park, I couldn't resist getting out to take …
SEEN ALONG THE TRAIL 