With a light dusting of snow this past week our woods was transformed into a winter wonderland. I'm always amazed how a little snow on the trees makes the forest seem more magical in the winter. Winter runoff Pine trees in winter Creeks meet ©amypantone2020
From the 52-week photography challenge. Week 45: Musical Inspiration: Musical "Music is part of the soul, so let it inspire you this week." This tiny drumset sits atop one of our shelves. I'm not the drummer in the family, that's Shane. Actually, when it comes to musical talent, I'm best listening to it or singing [...]
This past weekend we received a nice blanket of snow. Everything was quiet and still covered in this cold yet beautiful layer. For this week's challenge we were asked to show motion using the rule of thirds. Besides some small birds flitting about this small creek was about the only thing in motion. It was [...]
What a difference 30 days can make. The photo on the left was taken early November. The one on the right was taken today. Just yesterday temperatures climbed to 60 F. Today, snow and colder temperatures. Welcome to Indiana. Personally, I miss the beautiful fall colors but I have come to terms with "winter is [...]
What do I love about where I live? Peaceful surroundings. Hikes with our lovely dog. Fresh wild berries in the summer. Watching spring explode before our very eyes Listening to barred owls talk to one another. Photographing the snow-covered forest. Living in nature & much more! Pictured above are just a few images of this wonderful [...]
With a blanket of snow covering the forest ground and most of this creek, silence enveloped my winter hike. It's amazing how quiet the forest becomes when covered with snow. The silence is refreshing.
2017 is fading fast, making room for a brand new year! I love New Year's, it seems like a fresh start, much like every day is a clean slate. A few recaps of 2017 for your reading/visual pleasure. BOOKS During 2017, I read a grand total of 33 books with a total of 12,038 pages. [...]
Snow on bricks creates a beautiful display of textures.
Another month has passed! This month I had the flu, which took me out of commission for over a week. Four days of laying around, unable to do anything. Then an additional week and a half trying to fully recover my strength and appetite. I cannot tell you how happy I am that is over. When [...]
Amy Pantone 