Tropical storm Imelda is located off the east coast of Florida and sending bands of gentle rain clouds our direction. We are far enough away to avoid the strong winds and storms of the soon-to-be hurricane, but close enough to reap the rewards of much needed precipitation that it brings. In Goldilocks terms, the weatherContinue reading “Well-mannered Weather”
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Facing the Reflections
I was surprised to look out my back window to see the two grinning faces inside the house (left image) being reflected in the glass (right image). I was looking at them while they looked at me as well as each other. Strange, magical, fun. #reflections #gourd #jackolantern #halloween
Clouds of War
Over 80 years ago the clouds of war gathered during the most destructive event in human history. Airplanes like this served as trainers for aviators who faced terror and triumph in cold skies throughout the world. Many were lost but others returned, and would sometimes reluctantly share the barest shadows of the of the horrorsContinue reading “Clouds of War”
Evening Accent
The autumn light show continues with stripes of the setting sunlight framing the pumpkin decorations on the dining room table. I love this time of year. #sunlight #sunset #table #pumpkins #decorations
Rain Ration
It’s been a dry year; even during the rainy season we have had only one or two days with any measurable precipitation per month. This day we received just enough of nature’s rain ration to dampen the driveway and yard, but not enough to register in the rain gauge, let alone satiate the thirsty Earth.Continue reading “Rain Ration”
Clear View
The darkness accents the newly-cleaned window so that the eye can focus on decoration with their kaleidoscope of colors rather than dirt. #window #color #cleanwindow
A Life Completed
The large moth weakly fluttered its wings in a vain attempt to fly away as we approached during our morning walk. It likely had lived out its full, seven-day lifespan as a moth and had accomplished its purpose during that lifetime. It was a thing of beauty rather than pity, and its short life wasContinue reading “A Life Completed”
Fuzzy Little Feathered Friends
They are here year round in the marshes, trees, and on the fields, and this time of year they frequent the local lawns. Their curved, tweezer-like beaks probe the crevices for insects and other food as they march slowly, deliberately across the ground. They are beautiful in flight despite the comical appearance of their facesContinue reading “Fuzzy Little Feathered Friends”
Autumn Purple
Who would ever have guessed that purple can be an autumn color? Late summer and early fall these bright berries appear to brighten the Florida landscape and feed songbirds and butterflies to the delight of us all. #autumn #americanbeautyberries #purple
Tis the Season
We couldn’t wait any longer; the holiday season has begun. For me Halloween season is a magical time and a fun kind of scary that I have enjoyed since childhood. Bring it on! #halloween #witches #holidays
Eskildoodle Photos and Feelings 