Winter Feathers!

 He doesn't even know how beautiful he is!

Nor does she, in her effort to camouflage her body and protect her young.

 

 Their beauty is striking.

And, although this guy wants to watch me, he has a pretty big ego under those indigo feathers and he stands tall at my snooping.

 Ahhhhh, the colors of winter. I will always marvel at the incredible beauty that can be found against the glistening snow.

The "Dance of the Twigs" .... .....

I am simply going to set the stage and then I am going to let you enjoy the "dance".

My brother-in-law has a gift .... a gift of taking the ordinary and making something extraordinary!

While walking a path, he picks up sticks and then creates one beautiful "dance".  Enjoy!

Even the shadows build on the "dance".

 Today, the "Dance of the Twigs" rests on top of my painting of the Adirondacks.  It seems appropriate that the two are together.  However, as my mood changes, the "Dance of the Twigs" may end up back on the mantel or somewhere else that I will walk by and think .... this makes me happy.

MS ... you have incredible vision and a true gift.

Bling ... for your day...

Every time I walk by my mantel I am transported to some magical land. I'm drawn to the sparkle, the beauty of the glass, the warmth of the candles .... I go somewhere in my head ... and wander .....

I find myself concentrating on sections, pieces, bigger sections ....

I always find myself gazing deep into the glass trees ... deeper and deeper ... drawn to their beautiful core.

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And, then I step away .... walk to get my cup of coffee ... and am grateful for the combination that excites my heart ....and makes me dream of what the next version of the mantel will be.

On duty!

Morning! I am up and at 'em ... well .... sort of.

 I have to pace myself ....

I'll check out all my comfy spots  .... and, I do have some favorites.

But, in the end, I am back at my favorite spot .... in the front window. You know .... I have to save my family from all those runners and joggers!                                        A dog's job is never done.

Yes, it's cold ....but!

No doubt about it, it's cold at the lake!  The wind whipping over the water has a bone chilling bite. But ..... the lake in the winter has its own type of beauty.

Tree branches create an intricate mosaic that makes your eye dance ....

Webster Park, Webster, New York

I can almost hear Mother Nature's laugh ... a daring enticement.

Come closer... 

Let me show you what I  am about ... should you forget.

 I know that others hear her call too.

I for one ... never forget.

Morning rituals ...

Waking up and knowing that it's another wonderful day ... full of promise....

and, the pleasure of the morning ritual ... what could be better !

 

Ahhh .... favorite coffee cups ... that's welcoming ...

And, now for the aroma for that coffee bean ... or perhaps the brightness of a tea .... hummm ..

 

 It's such a good morning hug!

 

 One thing is for sure .... I'm going to savor every minute ....  and bask in the glow of the beginning of a new day!

Morning!

T