"Each species is a masterpiece, a creation assembled with extreme care and genius." ~Edward O. Wilson
"All things bright and beautiful... All creatures great and small...All things wise and wonderful: The Lord God made them all."
In looking back at some of the photographs that I took in 2012, some of my favorites were of animals. I took them in my yard and on my driveway...at the beach and at the lake....in Disneyworld and at the stables...at the baseball fields and at a farm on the side of a road. No matter where I took them, and no matter how big or small the animal that I photographed, I was amazed by the tiny details...whether it was the color of their fur or the texture of their skin.
"True wisdom lies in gathering the precious things out of each day as it goes by" ~E.S. Bouton
"Life is not a dress rehearsal. Everyday you should have at least one exquisite moment." ~Sally Karioth
"I want to jump up and shout aloud in gratitude at having been allowed to live in this world, sharing with all its creatures the blessed gift of life." ~Malcolm Muggeridge
Remember...
Remember this day...
Remember this moment...
Walking... around the lake
Breathing...the crisp fall air
Looking...at the bright blue sky
Feeling...the sun shine on my face
Noticing...the leaves starting to change color
Watching...people biking, running, fishing, pushing strollers, holding hands, walking dogs
Listening...to the wind in the trees, birds singing, planes flying overhead
Appreciating...the wonders of nature
Enjoying...the simple pleasures
Exploring...a new path in the woods
Treasuring...this life
Playing along with Ali Edwards today...documenting the here and now. It's great to do this at least once a season (like the one from this summer ).
