Spatterdock can be found growing around parts of the lake, providing a habitat for a variety of creatures and serving as nourishment for others.
Below is a dragonfly laying eggs on one of the leaves.
“The most beautiful gift of nature is that it gives one pleasure to look around and try to comprehend what we see.” ~Albert Einstein
The vision of a butterfly effortlessly soaring through the air and gently landing on a flower or leaf is captivating. It can revive the sensation of being a child once more and the excitement of the pursuit.
“Watch with fascination and joy as a jeweled treasure glides by and gently touches your soul.” ~K. D’Angelo
Occasionally I come upon a beautiful bird feather on the ground while we’re out walking. I enjoy seeing the different colors and patterns that each one has. It is also a clue to what types of birds are in the area.
“Worry is an old man with bended head, carrying a load of feathers which he thinks are lead.” ~Corrie Ten Boom
walking on a country road 