There are a lot of beautiful homes around here and most have gorgeous views. I found myself admiring the setting for this one. But I’m also a sucker for covered porches so this one obviously proved irresistible.
Using the wind
This windmill dots the landscape almost like a giant daisy. Aside from wind farms filled with turbines that generate energy, the old fashioned windmill like the one above seems much less common these days. At one time in the U.S. the power of the wind generated energy to pump water and windmills were not uncommon on farms or ranches.
Wait and see
Our snowpack is only about 20% of normal; last year it was above average. It’s still early. Snow was predicted today, possibly down to sea level. Then the prediction changed. We’ll see.
Everyday treat
One of the reasons I love living here is this: Everyday life is surrounded by a beautiful view. This was taken from the parking lot at our veterinarian’s office.
Walking to work
Pond. Ducks. What’s wrong with this picture? Look at the pink webbed feet walking across the top of the pond. Our temperatures haven’t been much above freezing for several days. Most standing water has a good skim of ice across the top. For us that’s cold. And no. I wouldn’t trade with those of you who have it really cold!
A barn two ways
I didn’t like the wires in this shot and I didn’t want to crop the tree tops. But I loved the warm light. So here it is with “wire pollution.”
I moved in closer to sidestep the wires and the light had changed, just like that. And here it is, a cleaner shot and so-so light. It’s not the first time a shot of his barn has eluded me.
Promise of spring
It’s a measure of the drab of winter that the mere sight of cattails can send me bumping down a rutted road in pursuit of a better view.