Old Rock Farmhouse

This handsome fellow allowed me to approach surprisingly close. He is sitting on an elderberry tree branch right behind a clump of elder flowers about to burst open.  Their fragrance is heavenly! Our labrador walked right beneath his branch, but the Rose Breasted Grosbeak didn't seem concerned at all. Maybe he thinks he's hiding?  I hope he is not injured. What's happening in your back yard?

Silent Sunday.

Like much of the US this weekend, a winter storm blew through our small town.  Our accumulation was probably about 4 inches each day.  Maybe 12 inches total?  We had power and plenty of snacks, so minimal inconvenience for us.   'Sending a shout out to all the road crews!  Your hard work is appreciated!

How beautiful is Malmo's Turning Torso photographed from across the harbor? 

These cuties absolutely made my day!

Low humidity this time of year makes for good hair days and clear photos.

More photos from a snowy day.

 A winter storm recently blanketed our area in God's glitter.  As excited as any child, I zipped outside with my camera first thing in the morning!

Wordless Wednesday.

 This photo was taken just as the sun was coming up.  I love how the rays are striking this small bird bath.

Almost silent Saturday. 

Silent Sunday.

Remember to check branches for lovely surprises!

This hasn't been the year for capturing hummingbird photos.  The ruffled feathers in the above shot make me smile though.  We all have days when our feathers get ruffled, right?

A sure sign of Summer.  

Silent Sunday.

  These small blossoms are slightly fragrant.

With temperatures below zero and a quite a bit of snow for our area, I stepped outside with my camera for just a few minutes.  Bird feeders were filled and then I sat quietly on our back porch hoping for feathered visitors.

Temps this morning were below zero and only climbed into single digits by the afternoon.  Birds were making quick trips to the feeders and then seeking shelter in our evergreens like this magnificent  Southern Magnolia .  The above male cardinal wasn't budging from his spot, protected by the large waxy leaves.

An experiment in silhouettes.