The butterflies have been very busy the past couple of weeks. It’s been fun to watch as they enjoy the wildflowers and dance and flutter in the afternoon sun.
I took a short video of three of these beauties.
“We constantly wait in anticipation for a miracle to happen in our life, unaware that the miracle is actually life itself.” ~Daniel Chidiac
September’s “Corn” Moon, marking the time of corn harvesting and the last full moon of summer, has now peaked. Along with a photo of this luminous moon,
I also thought I would share some pictures taken while out walking beside the corn fields near our house earlier in the summer.
“Our deep respect for the land and its harvest is the legacy of generations of farmers who put food on our tables, preserved our landscape, and inspired us with a powerful work ethic.” ~James H. Douglas, Jr.
I was sitting peacefully in a rocking chair on a covered porch at a wildlife refuge when, out of nowhere, this Yellow-throated Warbler darted in. Disoriented beneath the roof, it landed on the rocking chair beside me to find its bearings.
For a time, I remained still, not wanting to scare it away. Eventually, I gently snapped a few photos.
The bird’s bright yellow throat stood out vividly against its gray and white feathers, accentuated by its black mask and streaks.
After having time to inspect its surroundings, the warbler regained its composure and took off as swiftly as it had arrived.
“Life’s most beautiful moments often arrive unannounced, wrapped in the shimmering paper of unexpected surprises.” – Unknown
walking on a country road 