Nutria

By the river a lazy lunchIt’s mid-morning so more like brunchThe mice don’t care the time of dayPack up the food and move elsewhereBut river otters find me thereOr are they giant rats at play?Nutria I am told they’re calledAs up the bank their bodies crawlChasing dogs and people away. Prompted by Murisopsis – “LookingContinue reading “Nutria”

Somewhere or Nowhere

Going somewhere… A beautiful ride to the top of Beech Mountain, NC with 360 degree views and a bar. Definitely no more than one drink! Other than for sightseeing, the ski slopes are used for mountain biking during the off-season. A two day trip on The Zephyr train from Oakland, California to Denver, Colorado. JustContinue reading “Somewhere or Nowhere”

Magical Moon

Magical moonbeamsShine their light upon the earthSea responds in kind Hiding in the darkPeeking out from the shadowsI know you are there Brightest of the brightIn your full glory tonightSleep shall elude me The trees are adornedBy the light of the full moonHarmonious ease Denzil’s Nature Photo Challenge #30: Moon Ragtag Daily Prompt RDP Friday!Continue reading “Magical Moon”

Some of My Favorites

Structures This image was taken at a University botanical garden in North Carolina. I love the way the structure appears to be a portal to another realm. An impromptu cellphone photo of the underside of a pier while walking along the beach. The lighting was perfect to capture the pier’s reflection on the wet sand.Continue reading “Some of My Favorites”