The colors of the sunset on this evening reminded me of our flag. Remembering on this Veterans Day all those who have served our country. Veterans Day is observed on the 11th month, 11th day and 11th hour – when the Armistice went into effect in World War I.
“All we have of freedom; all we use or know – This our fathers bought for us long and long ago.” ~Unknown
It can be interesting keeping an eye on the sky above our little country road.
Situated in the path of several large airports, we are used to seeing vapor trails of airplanes as they travel from one destination to another, sometimes adding to the beauty of the sunset. Most generally these trails are in straight lines.
But one day, as I stood looking up, I saw some circular contrails, possibly made by more than one plane. Similar photos found on the internet indicate that they may have been made by military jets.
This airplane drew my attention because of its contrail, or lack thereof. It was putting out a short vapor trail and then, for a while, there would be no vapor trail at all. It was a Qatar plane, and the appearing and disappearing contrail may have been due to atmospheric conditions on that day.
Occasionally, the unexpected will happen. Last week we were out walking and I noticed the moon shining brightly in the pale blue sky. I stopped to take a photo. As I was attempting to focus the shot, I noticed something moving across the image. Thinking it might be a bird, I quickly took a photo. It turned out to be an airplane. We were unable to spot a contrail or even to see the plane with the naked eye. What a view those passengers must have had!
“For one minute, walk outside, stand there, in silence, look up at the sky, and contemplate how amazing life is.” ~Unknown
There’s something mesmerizing about sunlight shining on a spider web. The light accentuates its intricate structure and dimension. You can’t help but admire the hours of work and beautiful details.
“For a construction job done right, get a spider to do it.” ~James MacDonald
This Monarch butterfly seemed content sharing the same flower clusters on this climbing vine with a Potter Wasp.
“It’s up to us to choose contentment and thankfulness now—and to stop imagining that we have to have everything perfect before we’ll be happy.” ~Joanna Gaines
A beautiful, cloudless autumn day out on the lake. The needles of the Cypress trees are turning a rich orange-brown color, adding to the beauty of the landscape.
The water level was the lowest that I’ve ever seen it. You can tell by looking at the lines on the base of some of the Cypress trees where the water level normally is.
“Is not this a true autumn day? Just the still melancholy that I love—that makes life and nature harmonize.” ~George Eliot
I never tire of looking toward the west to see the lighting, shapes and colors which combine to create a unique masterpiece in the evening sky.
“How great is it to live under a sky that is repainted every day by the greatest artist.” ~Unknown
A few shots of the White Pelicans that have migrated to Reelfoot Lake.
“A lot of guys like to go to the beach and bring a crowd, but not me. I like to be alone and out there with a couple of pelicans.” ~Robert Englund
“No garden truly blooms until butterflies have danced upon it.” ~K. D’Angelo
This Green Tree Frog found a cozy leaf on which to snuggle up and blend in among surrounding lake vegetation.
“When I’m home, I like a cozy, comfortable, calming space.” ~Stacy Keibler
A calm and slightly overcast day make for some pretty reflections on the water.
“Only in still waters do things reflect undistorted.” – Anne Brown
walking on a country road 