Have you ever noticed how the light changes outside when a rainbow is about to appear? Color and contrast suddenly intensify. That's when I run outside with my camera. I just know there will be a bow in the sky. Often there are two.
I've also included my Garden Mantra. Which I use in my garden and elswhere.
I attempted to photograph the moon. Difficult. It's moving a lot faster than it seems. I read an article on 'shooting' the moon and discovered that there is fancy equipment for such a task. ~sigh~ I will not be investing in these things right away. And I'll restrict 'shooting-the-moon' to a game of hearts.
There are a few photos of our family trip to the zoo on Labor Day Weekend. AJ was monkey-enchanted. 'More monkeys? More monkeys?'
And lastly, sunflowers blooming in my garden. Finally. They were the absolute last bunch to bloom at the community garden and I thought it would never happen. Sometimes life feels that way too. Waiting...breath holding...pain; but then it unfolds and blossoms and all the agony is forgotten in the joy of that perfect moment. Anticipation is a terrible and wonderful thing.
I was amazed at how close I got to rainbow's end.
I loved this bow because it persistently grew brighter despite the fact that it endured against the backdrop of a dark-grey velvet storm.
Garden Mantra
I am Eve in the garden
in the garden
in the garden
I am Eve in the garden
In the Garden of Delight
In the Valley of Joy
Under the rainbow
Beneath God's hand
Where all is good and right.
(Repeat)
-Laura Hickman
Ah! Real monkeys.
More monkeys?
Alex and I...two little ladies in hats.
These eyes have seen a lot of new things today.
I've also included my Garden Mantra. Which I use in my garden and elswhere.
I attempted to photograph the moon. Difficult. It's moving a lot faster than it seems. I read an article on 'shooting' the moon and discovered that there is fancy equipment for such a task. ~sigh~ I will not be investing in these things right away. And I'll restrict 'shooting-the-moon' to a game of hearts.
There are a few photos of our family trip to the zoo on Labor Day Weekend. AJ was monkey-enchanted. 'More monkeys? More monkeys?'
And lastly, sunflowers blooming in my garden. Finally. They were the absolute last bunch to bloom at the community garden and I thought it would never happen. Sometimes life feels that way too. Waiting...breath holding...pain; but then it unfolds and blossoms and all the agony is forgotten in the joy of that perfect moment. Anticipation is a terrible and wonderful thing.
I was amazed at how close I got to rainbow's end.
I loved this bow because it persistently grew brighter despite the fact that it endured against the backdrop of a dark-grey velvet storm.
Garden Mantra
I am Eve in the garden
in the garden
in the garden
I am Eve in the garden
In the Garden of Delight
In the Valley of Joy
Under the rainbow
Beneath God's hand
Where all is good and right.
(Repeat)
-Laura Hickman
Did you know that there will be no blue moon's in 2010?
First Zoo Trip
Ah! Real monkeys.
More monkeys?
Monkey love
Alex and I...two little ladies in hats.
These eyes have seen a lot of new things today.
Late Bloomers ...like me
I do love your photos, Laura. And even more I love how you write. It is so gentle and engaging.
ReplyDeleteLaura - that was lovely!
ReplyDeleteLovely, breathtaking shots. You cheat, though - living up there in lovely-land. My favorite light - storm gray with something light shot in front of it - why not the magnificent rainbow? Zoo shots - monkey love, little girl gorgeous, bee on the sunflower. Yes. You got the eye.
ReplyDeleteLaura,
ReplyDeleteYour babies and flowers and rainbows are BEAUTIFUL!!! I especially loved the babies. :) AJ has incredible eyes and a grandma who knows how to capture their magic.
Melanie