Made Me Look Twice

Driving down a busy country road, I did a doubletake when I saw this woodland scene -- wow! I pulled over to the side and walked back to take some pictures, and of course, a cop drove by looking at the way I parked my car. But when he saw me with the camera and this beautiful view, he just kept on driving, and for that I am very grateful! Always, always, always have your good camera nearby -- never leave home without it.

Fall Zinnias

Zinnias are really gorgeous and brightly colored when they are in their prime, but when the weather gets cool and they start to fade, they look like a watercolor painting -- charming and old fashioned. I focused just on the front zinnias and got down low in order to get a sea of color in the background that is just a bit blurry.