Due to heavy rains, the Mississippi River recently overflowed its banks and went beyond the tree line. These photos were taken on the levee near Tiptonville, TN.
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Rain water also encroached on the land surrounding Reelfoot Lake. This brought some animals in closer than they might usually come.
“Many waters cannot quench love, Nor will rivers overflow it …” ~Song of Solomon 8:7
“In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.” ~John Muir
I almost walked right into this garter snake before I eventually saw him. He blended in with his surroundings quite well.
Long slithering snake
gliding over the water
Swiftly swimming by.
Black rat snakes are beneficial to farmers because they help control the rodent population. This was one long snake!
This snake recently found its way into our yard. Our dogs were pretty inhospitable towards it, and eventually, it slithered away. I love my dogs.
