Juno Beach pier, Florida
We are having some cloudy weather and rain this week in Florida.
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Friday, February 10, 2012
stormy pier
Thursday, February 09, 2012
white egret
Finally went out to photograph some birds today. Of course, I forgot to take another lens so I was somewhat limited. I guess I need to recheck my camera gear!
Wednesday, February 08, 2012
Vagabond and the Lighthouse
I really haven't been taking or posting many photos recently. Oh, you've noticed?
It's a fact of life that at some point, a person's "focus" changes.
The purchase of a Florida condo, for winter cold-weather escapes, has us spending all of our energy (and money) into getting settled, buying furniture, and making friends.
I keep saying that as soon as we're settled, I'll once again search out locations and wildlife to photograph. Soon, really, I will!
Thanks for continuing to stop by and visit here.
In the meantime, you can check out my images for Google Earth and Maps at Panoramio.
Monday, February 06, 2012
Thursday, February 02, 2012
Get ready for Football
Super Bowl Sunday and the family will watch the game. My job? Make some yummy food that can be eaten in the living room, with no utensils, without making a big mess!
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Blowing Rocks Beach
Looking south at Blowing Rocks Beach Park. There were some people swimming today, even with the clouds.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Day Break
Another beautiful morning with a promise of perfect weather. Florida in winter is wonderful. I can sleep with all the windows open and no insects!
Photo is: Day Break over Jupiter Island and the Intra-coastal.
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Waiting for the Bridge
Large boats are waiting for the bridge opening in Palm Beach County, Florida.
Village of North Palm Beach bridge
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Florida egret
In Florida, egrets are like Long Island seagulls. They hang around the buildings looking for food.
Saturday, January 07, 2012
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Pier 17 NYC
View from the Brooklyn Bridge.
Just love my trips into the city. Driving and parking is always such a hassle but not too bad on weekends if you stay away from mid-town.
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Friday, December 23, 2011
Dreaming of a white Christmas?
from 2009
A snowy trail in Connetquot State Park, Oakdale, Long Island, NY
No snowy Christmas this year.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas!
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Rain on screen
Early morning sunrise in Florida. The intracoastal is in the foreground and the ocean in the distance. It rained the night before but the day has the promise of sunshine. Florida sunshine.
Saturday, December 10, 2011
lifeguard station
The year-round people in Florida think it's just too cold to go to the beach. After all, this is their winter. Me? It feels like June in New York. I'm ready for the sand and sunshine!
Friday, December 09, 2011
Florida dreaming
Back in the 1960s, I did some California Dreaming. It was the place to be (our culture of the time said) and I couldn't get there. Just a young teenager with strict parents, it didn't matter that it was 1967 and the "summer of love." For this little girl from Brooklyn, it was "stay home and help your mother!"
Well, now that I'm older, I'm not going to California, but Florida. Warm weather, sunshine and tax breaks for retirees. Who knew?
Tuesday, December 06, 2011
Winter Beach Walk
The days have been cold but not terrible. What better way to "cheat" the season, than taking a walk on the beach?
Sunday, December 04, 2011
My Winter Friend
Our big blue friend, the Great Blue Heron as he is known, comes to visit us every winter. We sometimes see him in other seasons, but I think he like it here in winter, tucking himself out of the wind.Saturday, December 03, 2011
bridges
...from my Robert Moses Bridge series.
How many different images can you get of the bridge and roadway?
Thursday, December 01, 2011
noon
Where does the time go? It's December and the holidays are here with the crazy pace of shopping and preparations. Did we just bring in the year 2000 with the Y2K scare? Seems like yesterday! Now that's scary!!
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
beach grass
Davis Park, Fire Island
My last trip to Fire Island for the winter. The boat is out of the water, cleaned and wrapped. Time to think of holidays and winter, but we'll be back in spring!
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Happy Thanksgiving
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!
Let the eating frenzy begin.....
Lots to be thankful for....family, friends, good food. Hope you have a wonderful day!
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Macy's
The shopping craziness has begun. Does it get you stressed and uneasy?
This is Macy's in Manhattan. I used to work here part-time while in college. I took the train from Brooklyn, often getting home very late at night. As a "floater" cashier, I had to close up the registers which meant counting up the money and making sure it matched the receipts. Then the next day's cash drawer had to be set up.
It wasn't all automated and computerized the way it is now. Cash registers didn't tell you the exact change. Money had to be counted out when returned to the customers. There are few cashiers who can do that today!
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
duck box
Built by a neighbor, a few years ago, the box sits in the phragmites. I've never actually seen a duck in the nesting box but we do have plenty of ducks on the river. It is my understanding that this is built specifically for Wood Ducks, and we mainly see Mallards here. At this time of year, the Buffleheads come to visit, migrating through Long Island, and away from the windy Great South Bay.
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Friday, November 11, 2011
thank our veterans
A thank you to our veterans and their families for sacrifices they have made!
Thank you!
Sunday, November 06, 2011
Field on the High Line
Walking the High Line....Yes, this is New York City.
Click here to find out more about this man made park!
Saturday, November 05, 2011
Arboretum bench
Just a walk through the arboretum, on a beautiful autumn day. The leaves are not as vibrant this year due to hurricane Irene and the heavy ice storm last week. Many trees are bare and any leaves on the trees are just a drab brown color. In spite of the lack of color, it does have its beauty!
Monday, October 31, 2011
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Browns River
Browns River, looking south to the Great South Bay. This is considered a watershed area and protected by the DEC. There is still areas of Long Island that are relatively undeveloped and natural to protect our water supply. Thank the environmentalists and government agencies for protecting our watershed areas and keeping things natural for our enjoyment!
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Fire Island, bayside
This is the bayside of Fire Island, at the Sunken Forest.
September and October are the best months on Fire Island, in my opinion, because the summer crowds are gone and the weather still beautiful. It is quiet except for the sound of the ocean waves and birds, long gone are the many boats heading to the beach. An occassional plane or helicopter passes overhead. It is warm between the dunes and a long walk is the perfect way to spend the day!
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Wednesday, October 05, 2011
Lake Michigan
Went to visit family in Wisconsin.
Didn't know the Great Lakes could look like the ocean. New information for me! This is Lake Michigan on a mildly windy day. Waves, rocks, driftwood...It looked just like the Atlantic Ocean!
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
pollen & bee
The dahlia garden at the Cutting Arboretum in Oakdale is at its peak. Take a ride over there and view the beautiful dahlias! There are also lots of bees but don't worry. They won't be interested in you with so many colorful flowers available!
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
praying mantis 2
According to wikipedia:
"Close up image of a mantis' face (Archimantis latistyla) showing its compound eyes and labrum. The structure of the compound eye creates the illusion of a small pupil."
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Friday, September 16, 2011
grape vine
North Fork Wineries grape vine
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We took a car ride out to the North Fork Wineries and made a few stops to sample some Long Island wines.
I volunteered to be the designated driver so I kept busy by photographing the grape vines and scenery.
A few vines still had their dark red/purple grapes.
Luckily hurricane Irene did not spoil the grapes although you could see the salt water damage on the grape leaves.
It was a beautiful day for a drive and it always amazes me at the vast areas of agricultural land still there on the east end.
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
parking by the bay
There is something so different about the air once Labor Day arrives. The sky has less haze and more fluffy clouds. The coolness in the air has that almost autumn feel. It is one of the best times on Long Island!
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Saturday, September 10, 2011
Friday, September 09, 2011
Port Jeff ferry
The rain finally stopped long enough to walk around Port Jefferson. We love to watch the huge, powerful ferry turn in the harbor loaded with so many cars. Don't you wonder how something so heavy can float? I know why, but it always amazes me. I feel the same when I see a heavy plane take off and fly. Doesn't seem possible, but it is. Just amazing!
Monday, September 05, 2011
blue 5, the color series
Every once in awhile, I participate in a little project. It motivates the creativity, since I'm always taking photos and sometimes feel like there is nothing new to photograph in my everyday life. This week the project was color! Here are three photos, blue, violet and orange.
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