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.
Ah! Real monkeys.
More monkeys?
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 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
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
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