Thursday, November 29, 2018

Major Ice Storm

... So this time it was our turn for a "spectacular" weather event -- destructive and beautiful at the same time..   The trees took a beating.-- and we lost power for 4 days.  And now transitioned into the winter season -- but nature will heal, come springtime.






Thursday, November 1, 2018

Lingering Fall Colors

Ornamental cherry tree by the springhouse typically holds out late for its show of color...




Thursday, July 19, 2018

Pond Ripple Recipe

Serenity by the pond...

A perfectly mirrored surface...
 Add a bit of agitation...

Ripples penetrate the reflections...

Monday, May 7, 2018

Sunday, April 8, 2018

Sunday, March 25, 2018

Big Spring-Snow Dump !!

This time the snow trajectory was aimed directly to us here on the Blue Ridge Plateau.  About 9 inches, but melting fast since the ground is already warm and the sun strong...


Sunday, February 25, 2018

Emergent Spring

In the woods...

Crocus in profusion...


Lingering snowdrops...


Silver maple in bloom...

Thursday, January 18, 2018