…..we stopped to see what the dog was so distracted by and discovered a group of squirrels chasing each other up and down this massive tree



For more odd ball photos check out Cee’s blog.
…..we stopped to see what the dog was so distracted by and discovered a group of squirrels chasing each other up and down this massive tree



For more odd ball photos check out Cee’s blog.
…..Becca Givens and I share the same passion for old trees

….so cold yesterday that I was only able to take one shot and then the battery died
Becca Givens hosts Sunday Trees every week. I’ve always enjoyed taking photos of trees and bark because of the wonderful shapes, colours and textures they possess.

The same tree taken today. It was a little bit warmer but the sky was very grey.
….this week’s theme for WPC is weight or weightless
…..thanks to Becca Givens for hosting Sunday Trees

…..check out Becca Givens‘ blog for more Sunday Trees

….every week Becca Givens posts beautiful photos of trees…check it out
The weather continues to be mild but the temperatures did drop in the last two days. Today was brisk but sunny. The forecast calls for more mild weather in the next week. No white Christmas this year.

….thanks to Nancy Merrill for this week’s challenge
This week’s challenge is to find photos that are softened by slightly out of focus backgrounds.
….this week’s theme for the Weekly Photo Challenge is Ornate
Since man gets most of his design ideas from nature, I decided to look to nature to capture the delicate and intricate patterns found in the plant world for this week’s theme.

….thank you Elizabeth for encouraging me to participate in this challenge
Through my photography I have discovered beauty in every season.
“Many people find November dark and depressing as gardens are put to bed and plants wither and begin to decay. I see interesting shapes and colours and the seeds that will bring new life in the spring.” – Carol Cormier 2015
“If you truly love Nature, you will find beauty everywhere.”
– Vincent Van Gogh
Elizabeth from Tea and Paper invited me to join in this challenge. I was hesitant to do so because I’m not into quotes but I’ve always enjoyed reading other people’s thoughts. I truly believe in the beauty of nature so Van Gogh’s quote was perfect for me and I’ve finally expressed how I feel about the decline of the plant kingdom in November in my own quote.
The rules are for this challenge are as follows:
• Thank the blogger who nominated you
• Publish 3 quotes on 3 consecutive days on your blog. It can be your own, or from a book, movie or from anyone who inspires you.
• Nominate 3 more bloggers to carry on this endeavor
My third nomination for this challenge is Jill from Jill’s Art Journal. Jill is a creative and fun loving artist. She loves to share her art experiences and encourages others to draw and paint. I love her humour and positive outlook on life.