One of the spiders that I have seen frequently this summer and fall is the female Black and Yellow Garden Spider. She is conspicuous because of her large size and bright color pattern. Her orb web is also large in size, sometimes reaching up to two feet. The web is normally decorated with a white zigzag band of silk near the center where the female can often be seen waiting patiently for or enjoying her prey.
“The spider’s touch, how exquisitely fine!
Feels at each thread, and lives along the line.”
~ Alexander Pope
walking on a country road 
We call these “Zipper Spiders” because of the zigzag seem they spin in there webs.
I believe they are also known as “writing spiders” for the same reason. They have been plentiful this year.
There was one of these in my garden, but now other spiders (unknown ID) seem to be ruling the spaces between trees and shrubs–throughout the neighborhood. Today was my last day of dog sitting, so maybe I can get a closer look at the spiders. You are the Queen of Quotes–another great one!
This is one of the only spiders that I like. They keep to themselves, eat insects and don’t invade your house. That’s my kind of spider!
Yes, the perfect spider!
I know them. They are so cool. They trap bees and I have photos to prove it. Your photographs are wonderful.
Thank you. Cindy! Spiders aren’t my favorite subject, but I have always enjoyed seeing these.
You capture the delicate nature of this beautiful insect. God is in the details.
Thank you! Yes He is!!!