Chinchilla!! Found in the Citadel of Machu Picchu, Chinchillas run freely through the stoned walls and pathways. This “Cuscomys Oblativa” resides only at the Machu Picchu ruins. So truly a foreign and rare sight to see.
I can’t explain it, but I have a thing for dead trees. I love to see the remaining skeleton of a bygone tree. These trees stand the test the time, even if their own time is past. This tree is standing at Big Meadows inside Shenandoah National […]
Huge boulders are found at the Inca ruins of Sacsayhuaman. A total marvel in themselves, understanding that their weight can be up to 70 tons makes you wonder how the Incas moved them. The quarry where they came from named Sisicancha is over 3 kilometers away! Placed perfectly […]
A Court Jester with his yellow horse dances through the pathways of the Maryland Renaissance Faire, while a bright yellow sunflower shows how happy nature can be. But the best expression of happy is having a nice roll on the ground, rubbing it all in.
I must admit, as a confessed sugar addict I never share my desserts. Imagine the surprise of my husband and friends that as tempting as my desserts may seem, they have no chance at getting a taste of it. I’ve even threatened those with my fork who tempt fate and […]
An elderly Quechua woman walking through the bustling market of San Pedro in Cusco, Peru. Surrounded by many, but walking a solitary path. Her hard life written clearly on her face as she shuffles along the hard stone walkway. Where she was going, no one knows.
Everyday life on the Chesapeake Bay is a bit different than in the city. The vehicle of choice to commute to work is a water vessel as shown with this tug boat pushing heavy machinery. Those who are fortunate enough to have some free time during the day […]
Water lilies floating lightly on Little Long Pond. Land owned by the Rockefellers adjacent to Acadia National Park, Mount Desert Island, Maine.
For this week’s photo challenge “Free Spirit” allow me to introduce you to Javalin. A twenty-one year old Dutch Warmblood, going on fifteen. Javalin was born in Europe and imported to Florida when he was two and a half years old at the price of $250,000 ! Dear […]
On the historical streets of Annapolis, Maryland this silent protester stood stoically on the Eastport Bridge. With a sign pointedly stating his position for those passing him in either direction. War! What is is good for? Absolutely Nothing!
Emily Carter ~ Nature as Art 