An afternoon adventure opened up to glorious beauty. I am afraid of heights, I don’t embrace them, I don’t put myself in places that my sense of self would be compromised. Nature speaks to me, it calms me and opening up my eyes to what life has to offer. I can think clearer and leave…
Category: Beauty
Special Moments
Special moments cannot be planned or staged. Like random acts of kindness, they happen and if you are lucky enough to capture these rare moments, they become treasures. With Easter brings new dresses for the little girls, and the boys sport new outfits. Whether hunting for eggs or playing basketball is your priority. Time moves…
Eyes of a child
Have you ever stepped back and watched a child, full of excitement and glee? Everything is new to them. Everything is filled with wonder and excitement. When we are in the moment as a parent we forget to embrace those times when life is magical. These eyes, maybe blue, green or brown. But…
Magical Night
A quiet and peaceful walk through a sleepy town covered in white. The day was filled with another March snow storm, but the night was filled with calm. As we wander the streets that would normally have the hustle and bustle of the ending day, calm and silence filled the air. The beauty of the…
Winter wonderland
There are few opportunities to catch nature as its purest. This morning when the sun rose, the ground trees and life was covered in heavy white snow. Unlike other snowy mornings, this opportunity was fast and fleeting. Today was not the bitter cold of winter, but a moment in time where with one quick breeze,…
Lunch Visitors
After an arduous descent and trek across a vase open crater, we settled in for some well deserved lunch. Sitting in the midday sun, taking in the surrounding views were every bit as amazing as the day had been. Did you ever have the experience, you knew you were suppose to be right where…
Rocks and Waves
I am so at peace with the ocean. When you add the element of rocks or in this case boulders my heart sings. Challenging to climb and find the top with no one saying STOP! I could sit on top of the monster wall – silently watching the waves crash. The fine mist…
Sliding Sands
The last full day on Maui proved to be the best adventure. I never expected to find such peace and exhilaration. The ride to the Summit of 10,000 feet was sheer beauty. Parking above the clouds and to embark on a hike that will be forever etched in my mind. The temperature changed quickly…
Sunflower Smiles
Late summer sets in and the fall flowers arrive. Sunflowers are tall and majestic and seem to have their own personality. These flowers so speak to me as they smile and wave in the sunshine.A very clever business owner used a plot of land next to his business and planted hundreds of sunflowers. He…
2nd Chances
Its not every day we get a second chance. These two beautiful souls found each other and chose to take a leap of faith. Love is alive. Surrounded by family and friends at sunset by the sea, they said “I DO”. A connection of the heart is something we all strive for and they found…
Chrysanthemums
Mums are the transition from pumpkins and scarecrows. Surrounded by these beautiful flowers, though surprisingly they produce no scent. Their colors, shapes and sizes are amazing. The red tree, mum is actually one plant – what an incredible exhibit! I get lost behind the lens of the camera and these are just a…
Sleepy retreat
Have you ever had the pleasure of waking up to a view so peaceful. Overlooking the water, a quiet sleepy little inlet off the Chesapeake is a moment to embrace. The hustle and bustle of the summer is gone. The geese are overhead heard regrouping and flying onward as the weather changes….