Nothing But Water
Nothing But Water, the Gulf coast stays fairly calm in this area. So you can see sun sparkles on the water for miles on end. Video below
Nothing But Water
I Am
I Am the One that created you, I gave you my life, my breath within you. I gave you words within you to raise yourself from the dead to become like us.
I am the One who gave you hands, to use your talents to create life around you.
Then He left; I heard His voice in the silence of my heart.
Sunset by the Dock of the Bay
Sunset by the Dock of the Bay; I’m sittin’ on the dock of the bay
Watchin’ the tide roll away, (lyrics by Otis Redding)
Have a Great Weekend
The Sunrise of Gold
The Sunrise of Gold ; Gold It is worth more in your heart then in our hands.
The Sunrise of Gold
Blue Heron on Vacation
Blue Heron on Vacation, one thing about the birds when you get down by the ocean is, they are not to afraid of people. So they stand right next to you which is great for photo opts. You will find them near people especially if they have a fishing pole in their hands, looking for a easy meal.
Blue Heron on Vacation
Doing Some Crabbing
Doing Some Crabbing, not being crabby, 🙂 Watching the Gulls find tiny crabs for their meal today along the waters edge. It was sunrise here on the gulf coast so the water is reflecting the golden hue of the sun as it rises this morning.
A beautiful morning as the water gently recedes from high tide and a view down the beach of hotels lit up in the morning light. This is one of our favorite places to be, the Gulf Coast.
Doing Some Crabbing
A Rose By Any Other Name
A Rose By Any Other Name, The importance of a person or thing is the way it is; not because of what it is called.
A name is just a label to distinguish one thing from another. It neither has any worth, nor gives true meaning. Only an individual or thing has a worth when it deserves it; for example, even if we call a rose by an entirely different name, it would smell the same as it does by its name “rose.”
Let the mist of your breath come across my face and wash the dust from my eyes. Let your hands help me stand up. So that I may stand in your presence.
A Rose By Any Other Name
Camping Near the Ohio River
Camping Near the Ohio River, the leaves have not changed color here yet as we stopped to camp for a few days. Early morning campfires are going as the smoke is highlighted by the sun rays through the trees.
You can see the bridge off in the distance where you can travel across it and enter Kentucky, yes the Ohio river between Illinois and Kentucky.
We have camped here a couple of times. I took this photo below a couple of years ago from the same park. Sunrise at the Ohio river.
A few photos of the critters around the park are always fun to take. I am guessing this is a ground hog and I don’t think he is seeing his shadow this fall yet. That might be good news.
And these guys are just basking in the morning light. Turtles are always fun to watch.
Camping Near the Ohio River
Harvest Time in the Mid West
Harvest Time in the Mid West, as we left Iowa on our journey south. I had to take some photos of the daisies growing in the ditches along the country roads of. An abundance of food for the little insects during this time of year and of course what is Iowa if one does not stop and take photos of the tall ornamental grasses around the lakes and Corn. Lots and lots of corn.
Harvest Time in the Mid West
Railway or Railroad
Railway or Railroad, what is the difference between the two names? I always call them railroads, it looks like a road when you are standing in the middle of them and they appear to go on for ever in some areas. I do love photographing them and watching trains go by when I can.
But, railroad is a permanent road consisting of fixed metal rails to drive trains or similar motorized vehicles on while railway is a track, consisting of parallel rails, over which wheeled vehicles may travel.
Does that statement make sense, not to me it didn’t when I first read it. So I investigated some more.
What is the difference between Railway and Railroad Then?
• Meaning:
• The meaning of both railway and railroad is the same. They both refer to the track on which a train runs.
• Usage:
• In most of the English speaking countries including UK and even Canada, the word that is used to refer to a system of trains running on rails made of iron is railways.
• On the other hand, railroad is the term that is used in the US for trains running on rails.
• Interestingly, railway is the word that is reserved for trams or streetcars in the US.
• Practice:
• Often companies change their names from railroad to railways and vice versa when there are mergers or takeovers to distinguish themselves from earlier companies.
Both railway and railroad refer to the train track. However, US uses railway for tram tracks while using railroad to train tracks.
Just some fun facts today 🙂
Railway or Railroad
The Old Become New Again
The Old Become New Again, I love photographing bridges. The architecture alone is quite impressive on these massive bridges that not only are a way of transportation across rivers, but they also remind me of adventure, what is on the other side. A thought of keep moving and learning cross my mind when I see bridges.
This bridge below is the Centennial Bridge in Davenport Iowa, crossing over the Mississippi River, very old but so pretty at night with all its lights on.
This bridge is new, up river from the first bridge. New design and look compared to the architecture of old.
As we travel south, there will be a few bridges to cross I am sure. As like this one in Illinois.
But as always, adventure awaits after every bridge crossed.
Have a Wonderful Weekend
The Old Become New Again
Circle the Wagons
Circle the Wagons, that is my thought when I was watching these 4 egrets walking in a circle in the river. Or perhaps they were playing Duck Duck Goose, if anyone remembers that game from our childhood. I wonder if kids play games like that outside anymore. Ring around the Rosie, Hop Scotch, Annie Annie Over. All great games when I was a youngster.
These four Egrets are just fishing and the second photo is 4 Geese flying overhead with gorgeous blue sky in the background.
Circle the Wagons
The Mississippi River
The Mississippi River, we are back along the Mississippi River. It has been awhile since we camped along the river. A bit muggy this time of year, but always something to see.
The Mississippi River
Just Sunset
The Prairie Fields of Iowa
The Prairie Fields of Iowa at sunset, as we travel south we stopped at a beautiful park in the mid west, with plenty of tall grass blowing in the wind. Just a touch of whispering clouds in front of blue sky’s as the soft orange glow of the sunset meets the horizon.
The Prairie Fields of Iowa
Diving Head First
Diving Head First into a New Adventure this weekend. It is my birthday weekend, I am turning the big 60 years old. A year ago I picked where I wanted to be on my 60th birthday and these photos will give you a little hint. . But this adventure does not end with just a weekend. 60 is the new 30, we are never to old to make our dreams come true, faith and trust.
Of course a lot has happened over this past year and I never write my plans in stone. One never knows if tomorrow will come, I take one day at a time and enjoy it to the fullest.
So I am going to say; Have a wonderful weekend a little early today.
Diving Head First
Yellow Daisy’s for Fall
Yellow Daisy’s for Fall, there are still some daisy’s growing here and there this September. Such a bright beautiful color.
Oh, and the finches are still sporting their yellow feathers.
Yellow Daisy’s for Fall
Through the Fog I See
Through the Fog I See clearly now, I sought your truth in my mind and you revealed your wisdom in the dark regions of my heart.
You watched me from above yet you withheld judgement.
Through the Fog I See
Mirror Image Has Flaws
Mirror Image Has Flaws, Our Creator gives us two choices and both choices have consequences….Life and Good or death and evil.
Our will is directing our actions. If we will to not hear God, but are drawn away (listen to lies), then we actually “Will”, to hear something other than God.
The Will is a Tool. It’s function is to choose. With every choice we grow in force of character. Depending on what we WILL to do, will shape our character.
Mirror Image Has Flaws
Under His Wings
Under His Wings Do you not know? Have you not heard? The Everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth Does not become weary or tired. His understanding is inscrutable.
He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.
Have a Wonderful Weekend
Under His Wings
Red Squirrel and Its Cousins
Red Squirrel and Its Cousins, before the year is up I had to put a few of my favorite squirrel photos up again. Anyone who might know Mr. Ohh, knows how much he loves these little guys. They always make his day. 😉
Red Squirrel and Its Cousins
Some of My Favorite Song Birds
Some of My Favorite Song Birds perched on a branch or stick. Except the last one, it is perched on a wire while holding a stick. 😉
Some of My Favorite Song Birds
The Color Green
The Color Green Green stands for balance, nature, spring, and rebirth. It’s the symbol of prosperity, freshness, and progress.
The Color Green
Waterfalls and Long Exposure
Waterfalls and Long Exposure, this is one of my favorite waterfalls to photograph and adding some long exposure makes this place even more beautiful.
It is a bright sunny day for these photos. One has to add a Neutral Density filter on your camera so you can slow the shutter speed way down. That is what gives the water its soft appearance. Slowing the shutter speed down keeps the shutter open longer and anything moving in your photo will appear softer. It works with clouds also, I have not tried it yet, but I will.
Waterfalls and Long Exposure
The Young Eagle
The Young Eagle This beautiful young eagle has been visiting our place lately. He is very noticeable just from his size alone. Even hidden in the shade of these trees, his silhouette is quite breathtaking when I notice him on the branch of this aspen tree.
The plumage of juvenile and immature bald eagles shows a good deal of variation. In fact, immature bald eagle plumages are among the most complicated and difficult to classify among North American birds.
Have a Great Weekend
Cable Bridge
Cable Bridge – This is exactly what it looked like as we were walking across this old cable bridge. On the other side it was completely dark at the end of the bridge, the forest was so thick. It was a bit spooky as we neared the end of the bridge and our eyes did not adjust to the darkness until you actually walked into the forest.
You can see our walk on this trail and the bridge Here; North Country Scenic Trail
This bridge is part of the North Country National Scenic Trail, if you wanted to, you can walk this trail that goes from New York to North Dakota. That would be quite the hike.
Cable Bridge
A Trail Less Travelled
A Trail Less Travelled can sometimes be the best trails, with hidden beauty and timeless charm.
A Trail Less Travelled
Can You See the Light
Can You See the Light – as I am walking in the forest the Light is trying to get my attention ever so softly. Peaking around the trees, flashing in my eyes every now and then. As if it is trying to get my attention, but I just keep on going.
How about now, the Light says, do you see me?
As I squint looking in the direction of the light beams dancing amongst the leaves.
But I turn my head and keep walking.
How about Now? I stop and look and am amazed at all the beams of light, as if like arms reaching out towards me. The Light begins to warm the forest with bright beautiful light. But I have an agenda, I have to keep walking to get to the end of the trail.
How About NOW
I stop in my tracks as I cannot stop looking at this beautiful Light reaching out to all of nature around me and warming my heart. Yes, I see the Light, I feel the Light. The end of the trail is right here. I don’t have to keep searching. 💕😉
Have a Wonderful Weekend
Can You See the Light
I Can’t Decide
I Can’t Decide which season I like the best – They each have something wonderful to show us.
I Can’t Decide
Oh What a Tangled
Oh What a Tangled – Do you remember the rest of the quote?
But nature isn’t tangled, these spiders seem to know what they are doing.
Oh what a tangled web we weave/When first we practice to deceive’ means that when you lie or act dishonestly you are initiating problems and a domino structure of complications which eventually run out of control.
One has to be careful walking through the forest, especially this time of year. The webs are everywhere and can be deceiving, all pretty and shinny. But understanding the Light and where it comes from, It can protect you from entering the webs they weave.
Oh What a Tangled
