Pretty Winter Morning

   Perfectly pleasant in every way...

Last Light

The waning light at dusk after a small snowfall ....

Winter "Greens"

Despite the single digit air temperatures, the consistent "warmth" of ever-flowing water from the spring house maintains the vibrant greens of grasses, moss and watercress.

A Gentle First Snow

A seasonal rite of passage to take a walk in the first winter snow....

Early Winter Tree Climbing

A balmy December thus far...

Local Meadows of Dan tree-climbing guru Bob Wray [Blue Ridge Tree Climbing, LLC] comes over to the pond to lead a duo-climb up our favorite tulip poplar tree.

Somber Colors

After a stormy spell in early October, the leaves are starting to fall as Nature prepares for rest...

Transitioning to the Fall Season

 A distinct difference in lighting and a subtle shift of nature's color palette are a hint of the fall season coming on...