Category Archives: Photo Essays

Visual puns

Posted on January 9, 2017 by

Something of interest to me ever since I saw some of the Disney features like Dumbo and Song of the South are visual puns. One was “Did you ever hear a diamond ring?” You may without knowing came across others. … Continue reading →

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Floral lure

Posted on August 30, 2016 by

One of the flowers that attract both humming birds and butterflies is Buddleia, the butterfly bush. I planted fifty feet of them along the fence and they with a small place need pruning every year. there are many varieties, some … Continue reading →

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Late August Garden

Posted on August 28, 2016 by

The days are still hot with nights around 70° or a bit higher and the humidly chasing that up the scale. One never knows which will win that race; one only hopes it’s the AC that comes in first place. … Continue reading →

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The Sun peeping…

Posted on June 12, 2016 by

… through the leaves, causes the birds to chirp, the bees to hum, flowers to open and the dew to start to evaporate. However you have to be up, have your camera in hand and the omnipresent cup of coffee … Continue reading →

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A bad day fishing…

Posted on June 10, 2016 by

…is better than any day at work. These people are doing just that on Lake Champlain at Chimney Point. whether they caught any fish or not is of no importance. That only adds to the day’s relaxation. The real reason … Continue reading →

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A pastel patch

Posted on May 21, 2016 by

Never miss a chance to brighten p an area that needs some color. It makes a difference when sitting in the afternoon, enjoying a beverage of choice, or the sunrise caffeine jolt some favor. I just purchased a set of … Continue reading →

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Just bathing in the sun

Posted on May 20, 2016 by

As the days go by these blooms will fade and the new ones now tightly furled and small will open up to take their place. I noticed out in the front of the house, the lavender is making its presence … Continue reading →

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For the Hummingbirds

Posted on May 20, 2016 by

Contrary to the myth that they are only attracted to red flowers, hummingbirds will visit many flowers of assorted colors searching for nectar. Philadelphus known as Mock Orange is a great attractant for them and very hardy. Bougainvillea also attracts … Continue reading →

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A garden favorite

Posted on May 17, 2016 by

Any garden, flower bed or hanging basket that doesn’t have a selection of different colored Petunias, is just not a garden. A surfeit of colors makes this flower one that brightens up any border or porch. Easy to start from … Continue reading →

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Magnolia “Little Gem”

Posted on May 15, 2016 by

This tree started off on the property as a three gallon bucket, has just been transplanted and finally is rooting out. The weather has been dry, we have watered but that isn’t the same as good soaking rains. Anyway, the … Continue reading →

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