Cats and Trails and Garden Tales
Musings on cats, travel, gardens and life
Tag: Photography
Close-up on Crocosmia
I have a patch of Crocosmia in a neglected part of my garden that I planted for the hummingbirds. Their tiny trumpet flowers bloom faithfully every year with barely any attention by me. They deserve more appreciation so today I snipped a few blossoms… Continue Reading “Close-up on Crocosmia”
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In the Pink
Who thought it would be that hard to find Pink? Not me. But I looked high and low and found pink to be in very short supply indeed. Except for the obvious – my Dahlias currently in bloom. After that there was no pink… Continue Reading “In the Pink”
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CFFC – Animals
I love animals and am always thrilled to see them in the wild. I saw this herd of Roosevelt Elk at Dosewallips State Park on the Olympic Peninsula. I watched from a safe distance while they were feeding and this handsome boy reminded me… Continue Reading “CFFC – Animals”
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Welcome August
Welcome August – the last full month of summer – where the sunshine may completely zap you of all your energy. Just ask Benji. For August photo a day challenge. ~ Susanne
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Fun With Watercolors
One of my worst memories from grade school was when we had to paint something in Art class. Afterwards the teacher showed our work to the class one by one while asking who the artist was. After seeing what others had done I was… Continue Reading “Fun With Watercolors”
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More Favorite Sculptures
I like finding art in public places, especially quirky sculptures. I took the picture below in Washington DC many years ago, but we also have one of these in Seattle. If I have to tell you what it is you’re not as old as… Continue Reading “More Favorite Sculptures”
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Over Seattle and Under California
Summer is the time to travel and if you have to fly there’s nothing like Seattle from the air, where on a clear day you can see forever – at least across Puget Sound to the Olympics. And if you’re lucky you’ll have close-up… Continue Reading “Over Seattle and Under California”
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Reflections on the Cedar River
Last week we took a walk on the Cedar River Trail. It had rained the night before and heavy clouds remained overhead. But the river was still and placid, reflecting the loveliness nearby. For Sunday Still’s, Stillness. ~ Susanne
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Why I Don’t Take Selfies
Because I want to look like this. Not like this. (Sorry Benji.) ~ Susanne and Benji
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One Old Fire Truck for Sale
On our recent travels through Eastern Washington we passed through the tiny town of Douglas and found this old fire truck for sale. We stopped to inspect it, but decided against the purchase. Shared with Cees’ Fun Foto Challenge – One. ~ Susanne
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