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Photo Challenge #12 / Dreaming

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20230308ma_0311“Wise Little Owl” / Theme: Dreaming

A little about this photo…

The wisdom of this little owl is all about gratitude. Her name’s Athena and the wisdom she spouts is to remind me to be thankful for all the little things in life. A coin drops in for good news and (now hear this!) not-so-good news. For me, that means a rejection for a magazine story gets a coin. Not because I’m thrilled with this news but because it means that I got up and did something. I put myself out there. I think it’s a good thing when dreaming and gratitude go hand in hand.

 

THIS 2023 WEEKLY PHOTO CHALLENGE – This year is YEAR SIX of doing this photography challenge! (I began in 2018.) For more information about the list of prompts for this year, click on this link. And join me in posting your own photos every Saturday with #2023picoftheweek

Photo Challenge #11 / Eye-catching

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20230315ma_0370w“Indoor Icicles” / Theme: Eye-catching

A little about this photo…

As the snow melts outside, these are really the only kind of icicles I need. Pretty, aren’t they? They’re made with pipe cleaners, water, and borax powder. Et voila! We get indoor icicles!

Here are a few more shots up close …

 

THIS 2023 WEEKLY PHOTO CHALLENGE – This year is YEAR SIX of doing this photography challenge! (I began in 2018.) For more information about the list of prompts for this year, click on this link. And join me in posting your own photos every Saturday with #2023picoftheweek

Photo Challenge #10 / Gotcha!

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20230310ma_0315“It’s Snowing” / Theme: Gotcha!

A little about this photo…

When March hits, I start to think about getting my garden ready. I don’t really expect a snowstorm! But I have to remind myself. March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. (Sometimes, it goes out like a lion, too!) I really shouldn’t be surprised.

But I AM ready for a little Spring!

 

THIS 2023 WEEKLY PHOTO CHALLENGE – This year is YEAR SIX of doing this photography challenge! (I began in 2018.) For more information about the list of prompts for this year, click on this link. And join me in posting your own photos every Saturday with #2023picoftheweek

Photo Challenge #9 / Pick a Letter

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20230224ma_0262“Time for T” / Theme: Pick a Letter

A little about this photo…

I’m going with the letter T. And the best word that begins with this letter is also a word that sounds like the letter itself: TEA! Here I’m enjoying a cup of Darjeeling tea, the kind of tea I use when I’m feeling a little fancy.

(Note: As you can see, this apparently is a souvenir of Vancouver, Canada. I’ve actually never been to Vancouver. However, it WAS a gift from my sister, but I don’t think she’s been to Vancouver either. I’m pretty sure this was an awesome thrift store find. And every time I look at it, I remember my awesome sister!)

 

THIS 2023 WEEKLY PHOTO CHALLENGE – This year is YEAR SIX of doing this photography challenge! (I began in 2018.) For more information about the list of prompts for this year, click on this link. And join me in posting your own photos every Saturday with #2023picoftheweek

Photo Challenge #8 / Topsy Turvy

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20230128ma_0138“Keeping the Trees Warm” / Theme: Topsy Turvy

A little about this photo…

On one of my photo walks, I came across this tree with this warm red scarf tied around it. Not sure if some individual put it here on purpose, or if someone lost the scarf and somebody else tied it to this tree. Anyhow, I’m going with the “Topsy Turvy” prompt for the personification of this tree. After a chilly few days of snow and ice, even the trees need a little warmth. ❄️
 
 

THIS 2023 WEEKLY PHOTO CHALLENGE – This year is YEAR SIX of doing this photography challenge! (I began in 2018.) For more information about the list of prompts for this year, click on this link. And join me in posting your own photos every Saturday with #2023picoftheweek

Photo Challenge #7 / Spotlight

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20230204ma_0162“A Light in Darkness” / Theme: Spotlight

A little about this photo…

This is a shot of light filtering through the window in the balcony of Salem Chapel. It’s the church Harriet Tubman attended after she escaped on the Underground Railroad to Canada. It is currently undergoing restoration, but they opened the doors for one last day for Black History Month for a talk and a tour. I will say, I loved being in the balcony since that is where most of the old historic pews are. And I just loved this light filtering in through the window!
 
So, that’s why I’m going with the “Spotlight” prompt.
 

THIS 2023 WEEKLY PHOTO CHALLENGE – This year is YEAR SIX of doing this photography challenge! (I began in 2018.) For more information about the list of prompts for this year, click on this link. And join me in posting your own photos every Saturday with #2023picoftheweek

Photo Challenge #6 / Hearts

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20230211ma_0204“So Many Hearts” / Theme: Hearts

A little about this photo…

My grandmother’s locket in a sea of heartnuts. If you’ve never heard of heartnuts, I’m not surprised. They are basically a walnut, but when you crack them open they look like a heart! Apparently, they are native to Japan but grow well in the Great Lakes region where I live. (Note: I made this arrangement on top of a mirror, so you even get to see some reflection.)
 
I thought this would be a good photo with Valentine’s Day fast approaching!
 
 

THIS 2023 WEEKLY PHOTO CHALLENGE – This year is YEAR SIX of doing this photography challenge! (I began in 2018.) For more information about the list of prompts for this year, click on this link. And join me in posting your own photos every Saturday with #2023picoftheweek

Photo Challenge #5 / Run for the Hills

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20230128ma_0068“Sledding Fun” / Theme: Run for the Hills

A little about this photo…

There was just enough snow on the ground. Time to run for the hills for some sledding fun!

 

THIS 2023 WEEKLY PHOTO CHALLENGE – This year is YEAR SIX of doing this photography challenge! (I began in 2018.) For more information about the list of prompts for this year, click on this link. And join me in posting your own photos every Saturday with #2023picoftheweek

Photo Challenge #4 / Refreshing

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20221228ma_2179“Winter Water” / Theme: Refreshing

A little about this photo…

No matter how many times I see the falls, I find it so refreshing. And in winter, with snow, it adds that extra touch. This time I used this tree to add interest to the foreground.

 

THIS 2023 WEEKLY PHOTO CHALLENGE – This year is YEAR SIX of doing this photography challenge! (I began in 2018.) For more information about the list of prompts for this year, click on this link. And join me in posting your own photos every Saturday with #2023picoftheweek

Photo Challenge #3 / How Bizarre

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20221110ma_1890“Carrot Hugs” / Theme: How Bizarre

A little about this photo…

These two carrots grew in my garden this past year. To me, it looks like a mother carrot hugging her little one! Or maybe it’s the opposite. The carrot baby clinging to his mama!

 

THIS 2023 WEEKLY PHOTO CHALLENGE – This year is YEAR SIX of doing this photography challenge! (I began in 2018.) For more information about the list of prompts for this year, click on this link. And join me in posting your own photos every Saturday with #2023picoftheweek