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Walking to the coffee shop I needed to take this image as it depicts the end of the summer and the beginning of fall. The seasons are a changing. Been thinking about planting, or I guess they call it spreading, of some wildflower seeds along the boundary between the ponds and the lawn at my condos. It seems to be a simple enough procedure adding some flowers to brighten up the area around my condo. I’ll let you know.
“Join me in the pure atmosphere of gratitude for life.” – Hafiz of Persia
Not sure what this flower is. It could be a cone flower, a daisy or a black-eyed Susan. Makes no difference to me cuz I think it’s beautiful.
Plain and simple. It has a grip on me. I want to work on creating images that move me and hopefully others, even if that’s only one other person. I find myself looking for images where ever I am: the grocery store, driving, walking, flying, and the list goes on. Everything has the potential to be a subject for me: the handle on a dresser, a lamp post, a sunrise or sunset, a rose, a portrait. They’re everywhere, all around us. It’s amazing how many times I have found myself going out the door of my apartment (or hotel room), camera over my shoulder, and not knowing where I’m headed. All I know is that somewhere in front of me is a photograph, one that I will enjoy in it’s creation. I love photography.
I arrived home from a 3-day trip around midnight and have been sluggish most of the day. After a short night of rest I awoke to overcast skies, cool temperatures and early morning showers. My head was fuzzy, clouded with a dull ache. I had very little energy. I knew I needed to get up and move, so off to Blendon Woods Park I went. It was vital to get way from the noise of civilization and take in all that nature has to reenergize the soul. Going for a walk in a natural area without my camera would feel like I was naked, so with camera in hand I walked the trails. As I came around a small curve I noticed this scene pictured above.
This cone flower was standing out in the crowd. This scene is an enjoyable piece of art where nature has placed this solitary cone flower among a group of Black-eyed Susan’s. Evening is now upon me and I do feel better. I recommend such a treatment for those who experience the doldrums: take a 1-3 mile walk, smell the flowers, listen to the birds, take your camera. Add a good nights sleep and you’ll feel like a new person, and stand out in the crowd.