Nature Reset

For the August long weekend we were off line away at a family cottage. It was exactly the reset I needed, in such a deep way. To re-align with my heart and soul on the journey that we are on. Being, in the moment. Whatever that moment was. To choose to just be, and enjoyContinue reading “Nature Reset”

Forest Bathing

If you enjoy nature, I highly recommend getting yourself out INTO the forest to truly experience the magic of Forest Bathing! “Forest bathing, also known as Shinrin-yoku, is the practice of spending time in nature, particularly forests, to enhance well-being through sensory engagement. It’s not just about physical exercise; it’s a mindful experience where youContinue reading “Forest Bathing”

Lens-Artists Challenge #360 | Festivals, Fair, Market

Ann-Christine from Leya is our host this week! Check our her post here Found at the Fair or Market! This took be back to when our kids were young, back then when they were 4-8 I took a lot of photos within our community and provided the photos to the township and county for promotionalContinue reading “Lens-Artists Challenge #360 | Festivals, Fair, Market”

Capturing Hummingbird Magic: Photography Tips

I am continually amazed at these little birds, they are tiny and yet when they zoom past you, they are loud! A feeder that size you’d think they could all gather, however no, they spend more of their time warding off each other from the feeder and flitting around! Patience! That is key. Once theyContinue reading “Capturing Hummingbird Magic: Photography Tips”

Baby Seagulls on the Lake

Baby Seagulls on Methuen Lake I love looking up the spiritual meaning of animals and birds, “In a spiritual context, seagulls often symbolize freedom, adaptability, and guidance. They can represent a connection to both the physical and spiritual realms, and may appear as spirit animals to offer messages of resourcefulness and opportunity. Seagulls can alsoContinue reading “Baby Seagulls on the Lake”

Ontario Travel | Where and Why?

If you could travel and photograph anywhere in Ontario, where would it be and why? The above photo was taken an early morning on Methuen Lake As part of an 8 week course that I am participating in, its truly about being here and now, within our own energy, no expectations and really learning toContinue reading “Ontario Travel | Where and Why?”

Loon Family on the Lake

I felt blessed to experience this family, just off of the dock the morning we were leaving our aunt and uncles cottage. I knew there was a good chance we would see a loon, not only a loon, the mom and dad pair with their baby graced us all weekend with various spottings on theContinue reading “Loon Family on the Lake”

Lens-Artists Challenge #359 | Lines, Colours & Patterns

From JohnBo our challenge leader this week, “This week, the challenge is to examine your gallery or go on a photo walk. The objective is to find examples of photographs that feature compositional elements such as lines, patterns, or colors. There are times that you can find all three examples in one photograph, as inContinue reading “Lens-Artists Challenge #359 | Lines, Colours & Patterns”

Lens-Artists Challenge | 358 Live and Learn – Part 2

“Show me some of the things you’ve learned about photography or any subject you choose. Do you learn by doing as I do, or are you one who learns from classes, or online, or through working with others?” I couldn’t help but think deeper on this. Photography… as my children were born, I began toContinue reading “Lens-Artists Challenge | 358 Live and Learn – Part 2”