The meadow beckoned me to return for a sunrise visit. Arriving before the sun began to show, I walked through the dewy grass and watched as two white-tail deer bucks ran off to the forest. The Goldfinches were starting their morning feasting on the grass seeds, chirping their […]
Late summer. When things begin winding down for the season and autumn is just around the corner. Summer vacations at a end and the little ones have returned to school. Many of the birds that spend the season in the area have begun their travels southward to warmer […]
There are meadows in Maryland with their meandering hills and late summer grasses. With hot summer days and cool nights, the meadows are covered in mist and dew. It’s a magical place to be in the early morning before the sun rises. I arrived early to capture the […]
It’s been a week since I’ve been able to post, so yes…I am still hanging around. Like these Purple Martins that stopped for a brief rest on the wire before continuing on their migration travels southbound for the winter. First, the heat wave continues in Maryland and I’ve […]
There is something to be said about creating a peaceful and safe habitat for wildlife. Overtime, the birds at the manor are becoming more relaxed and enjoying the sanctuary. I’ve noticed that a Great Blue Heron has now been spending time on our docks, keeping an eye on […]
Finding the artist within oneself many times is very difficult. Finding inspiration and learning the techniques of the art benefit from learning from others that have walked the path before you. Thus, this past week my inner artist has been challenged by two lovely and very talented photographers. […]
It was nearly five years ago when I began this blog “Hoofbeats and Footprints.” A dear friend of mine had passed away, but she had written a blog about her life in Sweden and the love of family. Her family printed the blog into a small book and […]
I’ve seen them fly overhead at dusk, zipping around catching bugs for dinner. But I’ve never been able to see a bat close up. There have been some close encounters of bats in Costa Rica at Selva Verde Lodge where there are several species that fly in and […]
The Maryland heat this week has been quite the bear. Growing up in Florida, this was regular every day heat, but after being in the north for some time I’ve gotten used to a cooler climate. I’ve spent some time in the woods with lush ferns and verdant […]
Hey Mr. Bluebird! That’s one big bug you’ve got there. Bet your babies are inside anxiously awaiting the tender morsel you’re bringing them. Mrs. Bluebird came in just to make sure everything is in order. Along their waterfront home with a view of the Three Musketeers, this bluebird […]
Emily Carter ~ Nature as Art 