on our way

I'll be trading in this view for warmer ocean views very soon. 

The days have been short and intensely beautiful here in Oyster Bay. 

Although this snow melted a long time ago the memory has not gone away.

Each day has brought something new to wonder over. 

The songbirds are busy on the bird feeder, the geese and gulls are in large flocks that fly overhead daily, crying out while beating their wings.

 Our osprey nest sits enticingly waiting for the spring migration.

I will miss the hoots of the great horned owl 

that has hidden itself from me in the woods next to our house.

I will miss the spirit of this magical place that we call home.

the locals

They are here to stay and I'll do my part in providing sunflower seeds and water.

How can you not when you look at these sweet faces.

And their puffed up feathers protecting themselves from the cold.

The "cold moon"

The full moon rose slowly across the bay but not slow enough for me to capture it with the horizon of trees in front of it. 

By the time I got my camera, tripod, my boots, and my coat it was going up up and away.

It kept slipping out of my viewfinder, inching it's way above the bay, 

but not before it left it's warm memory on the water's surface. 

Eventually it lost it's golden color and became white and distant. 

A beacon in our sleeping world.

contemplation

Sometimes two on a branch is better than one.

Other times one is enough.

beauty is in the eye of the beholder

These Turkey Vultures spent the afternoon in our yard in Florida back in 2015

They clean up our world of dead stuff for which I'm very grateful.

And I think they are beautiful....

a flutter fluster

Well this was upsetting to watch.

Lots of commotion along the beach this morning. 

These two were definitely NOT getting along.

And in the end the poor gull on the bottom practically drowned.

I have no idea why any of this was happening. 

another good morning

I was alone at the beach this morning, maybe because I was so early.

The sun came through the cloud cover to reflect on the shore.

Once our world returned from the dark the waves were lit from behind.

The light continued to change and I continued to fall in love with the ocean.

sunrise

Yes, the sun did rise but we just couldn't see it.

I was too busy capturing the waves to even notice.

Good morning Hobe Sound

It's good to return to my early morning routine in Florida.

Nothing has changed, it's still perfect.

Feeling shy?

I have discovered that birds have emotions.

and today as I review my images on this rainy day,

I discover so many shy birds.

But I'm happy that they trusted me enough

to come out from their places 

To see if I'm shy too.

endless possibilities,

This is a good time of year to go find a pond and stare deeply into it.

Spend enough time to see the endless possibilities.

Then bring the fluidity to your heart and share it with others.

Red tailed hawk

I'd like to introduce to you our resident red tailed hawk. 

Sitting in our tree next to the house is her favorite spot during the day. 

Actually it provides a very clear view of the bird feeder. hmmm

I find myself looking for her everyday now, while also keeping a close eye on the bird feeder..

A color palette

The sun had not quite risen but certainly previewed what was to come.

The world turned soft and misty on this new Scottish day

It lit the woodland edges and warmed me.

And as the day came to an end this partridge reminded me of how it all began.

She carries the palette of the day in her feathers.

(Or maybe he does)

Scotland

Meet these three dogs from Scotland.

They are hard working, proud and strong.

If Tully ever met them she would be very impressed.

I know I was...

transitions

We are sitting on the edge of change, my garden is so tired but still willing to sacrifice a few flowers for our dining room table. Once they realize they have come inside they let go of their endurance, and collapse in a soft and slightly faded heap. 

The butterflies are taking their last sips and soon they will be gone as well. 

Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

Do your remember yesterday (mom) and tomorrow (owlet)? I followed this family for months back in 2012. They captured my heart in such a way that I have kept them hidden in a folder all these years. It was just too hard to look at them knowing that Tomorrow never survived.

I even wrote a preliminary book about them which I have just uncovered on the shelf in my studio.

The book was my first attempt at their story but I couldn't figure out how to end it. I still can't.

But I'm now willing to open that folder and spend time with them again. 

Hopefully I'll find the answer there.

up close and personal

I'm taking a break from looking to the skies.

And have fallen into this orchid 

where I plan on spending some time.

the heart of things

Dive deep, shake off a little goodness, and spread it out into the world.

changes

I love this time of year so much.