Yesterday I completed a full week of my 365 project, 12 down with only 353 to go....gosh that sounds daunting, but I am going to give my best shot (giggle).
Yesterday I also managed to get out of the house, drive to the Arboretum, and take a few pics...it was cold, about 21 degrees, so my little fingers couldn't stand to be exposed for too long. I did buy a pair of those fingerless gloves that have a mitten cover, but even with those my little finger-tips were quite frozen. I captured a few lovelies, but I can't help but think how beautiful everything would look if only all were covered in that beautiful white stuff that continually avoids us. Before I left on the drive to the arboretum, I donned my hat, coat & scarf and took a quick snap of myself for my "selfie" class. I kinda like this one because the blues all match. But whoa that's a lotta me all at once.
I mentioned a couple of days ago that I spotted the first robin....well it appears that there are quite a few and I am thinking instead of returning, they may have never left. We have had, up until this week a really mild winter with temps up in the 50's, so those poor birds were probably confused and decided to save themselves the trip. The evergreen bushes covered in blue berries was quite an attraction for this guy altho I thought his main diet consisted of worms and other crawling things.
I love finding color in the middle of all the brown....I do believe this is some kind of witch-hazel. It is the only bush I know that keeps its yellow color all year-round. One of Mother Nature's plans to delight us.
Then because it was so frigin' cold, I decided I had enough of the Arboretum for the day and off to the grocery store I went. Toby appreciated the trip since he was completely out of dog food. And while there I picked up my first of the year batch of tulips. I say first because there will be more, many more before this winter comes to a close. I am afraid to say that selfies and tulips may dominate this blog for awhile.
"I've learned to gather all the crumbs that life throws my way. They soon form a lovely, sweet slice of treasured memories." ~ Age 92
Linking to Gina and Tamar's Project 52 eventho mine is a 365....and Madge's Weekly Top Shot.
Until next time....
i laughed at your 'whoa, that's a lot of me' statement. :)
ReplyDeletei like your leaf and berry shots, too. i hope those robins continue to find good food to get them through! i have the feeling you'll get some winter, yet!
Wonderful photos. I did a 365 project (finished last october) and it was so rewarding. I learnt a lot not only about photography, but about myself. Your selfportraits are fantastic
ReplyDeleteso nicely presented Deanna; your blog is a lovely place to visit, kind of like opening that coffee-table book! Well done, keep up the good work
ReplyDeleteLovely shots and I also like the one of you with all of the blues! REally cute! So glad that you were out exploring yesterday, and all of your shots were very nice. Don't remember that witch hazel , but it sure is a nice cheery color. What fun you are going to have with that 365 project! Have a wonderful evening!
ReplyDeleteyou are all bundled up ... neat shots. winter will be over before we know it. i will ... i'm determined to enjoy each & every moment of each season. i tell ya ... it's tough .... but i will do it. i will try for sure. keep up the great work. i'm enjoying it so. i will look into Homefront. thanks for the suggestion. have a great week. ( :
ReplyDeleteAnother wonderful page of photos! I have been so surprised that our Robins have been around all winter too (in Minnesota). We have flowering crab trees in front of our home, and thankfully they are covered with frozen berries that the Robins seem to be enjoying. I was so worried when I first noticed them, also thinking that they survived on worms and bugs. Very strange winter indeed!
ReplyDeleteSweet selfies, Deanna! :) And share all the tulips shots you want to, I adore tulips! :D
ReplyDeleteLove the splash of color from the tulip! Gorgeous outdoor scenes, though!! Thanks for linking up again!
ReplyDeleteYou should get some hand warmers to slap in those glove/mittens when out & about shooting. It keeps those fingers nice & warm!
ReplyDeleteWhere are you taking your class for selfies at?
Love those tulips - a splash of spring anytime of the year is always a good thing!
Wow Deanna, what an amazing collection you brought us today. Your current selfie is soooo cute with that glimmer of a smile :). And that robin??? Be still my heart. If ONLY it was soon spring for that little guy :(
ReplyDeleteI love those hanging leaves, you are really getting up close and personal with your SP's. That one is so cute of you.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations for powering through your 365 project. Your Arboretum shots are wonderful. I agree with Barbara, love the hanging leaves shot.
ReplyDeleteThe color of your eyes is so interesting, like a bluish-green. So pretty. Loving all the nature shots, especially the tulips ( even if store bought). Hope the gray days will roll away soon for all of us. Congrats on hanging in there with all your projects.
ReplyDeleteLove your selfies! You are a beautiful lady!
ReplyDeleteLovely shots from the Arboretum and a wonderful selfie. I look forward to all your selfies and tulips.
ReplyDeleteYour Selfie shot look wonderful my blue eyed friend. And I am looking forward to seeing more and also seeing more of those beautiful tulips.. Lots of great shots here today..
ReplyDeleteHugs~
I love the picture of "a lot" of you all at once! You're beautiful!
ReplyDeleteFun and colorful shots of you and the tulips. Keep 'em comin. :)
ReplyDeleteOh, I love your selfie with the hat...this is going to be fun!
ReplyDeleteYour lipstick and the tulips match! The stark creek with the birds flying over is wonderful - but it does look chilly. My skin is feeling like those leaves...
ReplyDeleteYou take such amazing pictures. Looks like a refreshing week. Great selfies-those are hard to do and I like you fingerless mittens. I had a picture of mine this week too ;)
ReplyDeleteHow pretty you look! I love all these shots!
ReplyDeleteLOVE it! I'm so glad you came by to share on Weekly Top Shot #65!
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