tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-39916628554519045082024-03-07T03:31:29.703-05:00 ....... Dianne's Photographs and Random Thoughts....... I love God's creation and thank Him every time I see His Awesome nature that is around me. Whether it's a sunrise
/sunset, reflections in water, wildlife, a child,tiny wild flowers or a vast landscape... Capturing a glimpse of His beauty is one way I can praise Him. Evidence of God's presence is everywhere. One day all of His Creation will be restored to God's intended plan. What a Glorious Hope and Future we have in our Lord, and Savior Jesus Christ to all who Believe. Revelations Chapter 21Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.comBlogger139125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-37708646795775833452014-05-11T21:35:00.000-04:002014-05-11T21:37:27.399-04:00Happy Mother’s Day<p> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-9gEYOlLxG6Q/U3Al0kCixEI/AAAAAAAACOw/dPfyEnCBK4E/s1600-h/IMG_2894%252520copy%25255B13%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_2894 copy" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_2894 copy" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-gXq2v46kgr4/U3Al1TU3DYI/AAAAAAAACO0/rMa2aZPkfyM/IMG_2894%252520copy_thumb%25255B10%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="534" height="369"></a></p> <p><font size="4"></font> </p> <p><font size="4">The day is almost over but I did want to wish you all a Happy Mother’s Day. It is a day to celebrate, and for some it is a day filled with “Special Memories”of days gone by. It is a time of many different emotions for all of us. One thing for sure we will never forget the impact that our Mother’s have left in our hearts and lives forever. God Bless all those special women in the world who have made a difference in our lives whether it be our mother, or some one else who was a motherly figure in ones life. </font></p> <p><font size="4">God Bless one and all , and I do hope you all had a wonderful day/evening and night. </font></p> <p><font size="4">Sincerely Dianne :)</font></p> <p><font size="4">P.S I am very sorry I haven’t been very active blogging, and visiting. I can only spend a bit of time on my computer as I still have some inner ear problems, but I am doing better and hope one day to be back to my old normal self. Yours Truly, Dianne</font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-35684412063145983522014-03-17T13:56:00.000-04:002014-03-17T13:59:10.432-04:00Guard Your Heart<blockquote></blockquote> <p> </p> <p> </p> <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/--mTyVuRZl3k/Uyc36HWMFuI/AAAAAAAACOQ/ynFnptlFDsE/s1600-h/IMG_5501_%252520Guard%252520Your%252520Heart%25255B31%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_5501_ Guard Your Heart" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; float: none; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; display: block; padding-right: 0px; margin-right: auto" border="0" alt="IMG_5501_ Guard Your Heart" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-IOoEYCpysCU/Uyc367bYJqI/AAAAAAAACOU/mncGF12mcko/IMG_5501_%252520Guard%252520Your%252520Heart_thumb%25255B28%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="535" height="381"></a> <h5><font size="4" face="Times New Roman"></font> </h5> <h5 align="center"><font size="4" face="Times New Roman">Proverbs 4:23</font></h5> <p align="center"><font size="4" face="Times New Roman">The Message (MSG)</font> <p align="center"><font face="Times New Roman"><font size="4"><sup>23-27 </sup>Keep vigilant watch over your heart;<br><i>that’s</i> where life starts.<br>Don’t talk out of both sides of your mouth;<br>avoid careless banter, white lies, and gossip.<br>Keep your eyes straight ahead;<br>ignore all sideshow distractions.<br>Watch your step,<br>and the road will stretch out smooth before you.<br>Look neither right nor left;<br>leave evil in the dust.</font></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4" face="Times New Roman"><3</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4" face="Times New Roman">I was reading this and pondering it in my heart the other day. Proverbs has so much wisdom, and good advice to live by. With God’s Help and by His Spirit in me that is how I want to live my life. I am not perfect but I know The One Who Is. His name is Jesus. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4" face="Times New Roman">I hope to find you all well. I am off work, and just taking it easy today. It has been a long, hard winter in Canada, and other parts of the Globe. I can speak for myself when I say Thank God it is almost Spring. Like I told one friend recently, “ I hope Spring doesn’t get lost on the way.”</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4" face="Times New Roman"><img class="wlEmoticon wlEmoticon-smile" style="border-top-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-left-style: none" alt="Smile" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-f-xzOe-976s/Uyc37I8NKpI/AAAAAAAACOY/aLGTN8SkYHE/wlEmoticon-smile%25255B2%25255D.png?imgmax=800"></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4" face="Times New Roman">See you in the Spring. Take care and have a Blessed Day.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4" face="Times New Roman">Sincerely Dianne :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4" face="Times New Roman">Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="4" face="Times New Roman"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-48599165918704087212014-02-21T23:12:00.000-05:002014-02-21T23:16:49.513-05:00Chubby Little Robin<p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-qR29sy3FG5U/Uwgkp9dPKpI/AAAAAAAACN0/0lUZ5Xw--jk/s1600-h/IMG_1057%252520Chubby%252520Little%252520Robin%252520%25255B21%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_1057 Chubby Little Robin " style="display: inline" alt="IMG_1057 Chubby Little Robin " src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-1zHr2cKpGKY/UwgkqrEmu6I/AAAAAAAACN8/WYHvkUK0IeU/IMG_1057%252520Chubby%252520Little%252520Robin%252520_thumb%25255B15%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="518" height="361"></a></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"> I came across this Chubby Little Robin the other day at Presqu'ile Provincial Park. He looks like an American Robin and quite young. I was surprised to see it here, and by the looks of it I think he has been living off the local bird feeders. I am thinking he may have stayed the winter for some reason. Maybe he lost his way or was too young to make the trip further south. He was the only one I saw. I have to say he was a sight to see. Just maybe a sign that Spring is just around the corner. I for one sure hope so.</font></p> <p><font size="3"> As I get ready to post this many of you come to mind. <font size="3">I Hope to find you all well. Sincerely Dianne :)</font></font></p> <p><font size="3">Words and photo by Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-82571566419036617162013-12-19T22:10:00.000-05:002013-12-19T23:53:34.925-05:00Winter on The Bay and Christmas on it’s way!<p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-XoJyvIqiah0/UrPMpO07ZxI/AAAAAAAACMU/Gp3Jl_UvcaQ/s1600-h/IMG_3983%252520Bridge%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3983 Bridge" style="display: inline" alt="IMG_3983 Bridge" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-bq4egSuesyQ/UrPMpw3V1AI/AAAAAAAACMY/F3iDNtT6_wM/IMG_3983%252520Bridge_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="524" height="356"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-chZj04svB4I/UrPMqo00aBI/AAAAAAAACMk/a1yOz4Zl8x0/s1600-h/IMG_4084%252520Ducks%252520On%252520A%252520Cold%252520Winters%252520Day%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_4084 Ducks On A Cold Winters Day" style="display: inline" alt="IMG_4084 Ducks On A Cold Winters Day" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Tc3jk7oXeQQ/UrPMrh4VMiI/AAAAAAAACMo/KnuKeOBcMv4/IMG_4084%252520Ducks%252520On%252520A%252520Cold%252520Winters%252520Day_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="526" height="358"></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-mLpco1aCOdc/UrPMsgzJ-TI/AAAAAAAACM0/mSRa3Slr9a4/s1600-h/IMG_3890Sumac%252520By%252520The%252520Pond%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img title="IMG_3890Sumac By The Pond" style="display: inline" alt="IMG_3890Sumac By The Pond" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-frSsdZZZU-A/UrPMtd_ii2I/AAAAAAAACM4/IJtaO2UOSLI/IMG_3890Sumac%252520By%252520The%252520Pond_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="531" height="314"></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><font size="4">“ Oh “… Hello there. Just thought I would stop by. It has been awhile since I posted anything on my blog. It has almost been a whole year. Lots has happened in my life since my last post. Some good , and some challenges along the way. A few health issues of my own , and my mom as well. I have learned to take one day at a time, and God gives me new Grace for each day.</font></p> <p><font size="4">Life goes on and is to be embraced, and celebrated, and not taken for granted. I am thankful for the life God has given me, and I strive to walk with Him day by day. </font></p> <p><font size="4">I have a new Granddaughter and her name is Marina. Now Mikey has a baby sister. She was named after my mom. That makes me smile. I am truly Blessed in so many ways. Yep! 7 Grandchildren. Six girls and one boy. Everyone loves Mikey. He doesn’t seem to mind and I don’t think he knows the difference at this point in his life. He gets lots of attention and he doesn’t mind that a bit. :)</font></p> <p><font size="4">Well I sure hope to find you all well. As I write this little message I think of so many of you I have met over the yrs. and often think of you even though I haven’t been blogging as of late. </font></p> <p><font size="4">I want to wish all who read this, a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year, filled with Love and Joy, Laughter, and Good Health, and the Peace that passes all understanding. God Bless each and everyone of you. </font></p> <p><font size="4">I will try and visit some of your blogs in the next little while. </font></p> <p><font size="4">As I close I would like to leave you with this verse of scripture which many of you are familiar with but it speaks of the reason for the Christmas Season. </font></p> <p><font size="4">For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour which is Christ the Lord. St. Luke 2:11</font></p> <p><font size="4">But to all who believed Him and accepted Him, He gave the right to become children of God. John 1:12</font></p> <p><font size="4">So yes! We have a lot to be Thankful for, and to celebrate. </font></p> <p><font size="4">God Bless each and every one of you, and may each one of us be a blessing to the Lord Jesus Christ as we celebrate His Birthday once again.</font></p> <p><font size="4">Sincerely Dianne :)</font></p> <p><font size="4">Dianne © dsphotocats </font></p> <p><font size="4"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-11034370797100760542013-01-18T00:14:00.000-05:002013-01-18T00:22:52.325-05:00The Road Ahead_ Farewell For Now<p> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" border="0" alt="https://euea7q.bay.livefilestore.com/y1mfpX3psIFnafIJhmH5qs3Q7sEO9I8fm4MK7qufgpbtLf1gUS35hjAp-shcw9SUqftmbWNeNVhL2U4SI3ZaiMD9bROlXi4sH4E3c_aYZZ8lts/DSCF4224%20The%20Long%20Ride%20Home%5b4%5d.jpg" src="https://euea7q.bay.livefilestore.com/y1mfpX3psIFnafIJhmH5qs3Q7sEO9I8fm4MK7qufgpbtLf1gUS35hjAp-shcw9SUqftmbWNeNVhL2U4SI3ZaiMD9bROlXi4sH4E3c_aYZZ8lts/DSCF4224%20The%20Long%20Ride%20Home%5b4%5d.jpg" width="550" height="416"></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.searchquotes.com/quotation/One_should_never_take_the_easy_road%2C_but_rather_the_right_road%2C_no_matter_how_long_the_travel./24084/"><font size="3"><u>One should never take the easy road, but rather the right road, no matter how long the travel.</u></font></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I have decided to take a break from blogging. I have wrestled with this for some time now. Not sure when I will be back, or if I will be back. I am not sure what’s around that corner up ahead. Time will tell. Life is busy, life is good, but I can’t burn the candle of both ends any longer. This is a good thing I think. We all need change in order to grow. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">My life has be enriched, and blessed by so many of you here in Bloggersville. Thank you for sharing your lives, and thank you for your friendship. I will try and visit from time to time, and will leave my blog open for now. I don’t believe in burning bridges, and I may be back in time. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Wishing you all the very Best.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">God Bless You and take care.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Love and Hugs</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-o_fOc5wNtsg/UPjaaq0RupI/AAAAAAAACJs/tnvUnYZMrGk/s1600-h/IMG_1806%252520The%252520Rose%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1806 The Rose" border="0" alt="IMG_1806 The Rose" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-bi8kOidE_u0/UPjabOMURvI/AAAAAAAACJ0/zIoR95mfNWk/IMG_1806%252520The%252520Rose_thumb%25255B3%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="222" height="150"></a></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <h4 align="center"><font size="3"><u>Only A Tiny Rosebud</u></font></h4> <p align="center"><font size="3">It is only a tiny rosebud, <br>A flower of God’s design; <br>But I cannot unfold the petals <br>With these clumsy hands of mine. <br>The secret of unfolding flowers <br>Is not known to such as I. <br>GOD opens this flower so sweetly, <br>When in my hands they fade and die. <br>If I cannot unfold a rosebud, <br>This flower of God’s design, <br>Then how can I think I have wisdom <br>To unfold this life of mine? <br>So I’ll trust in Him for His leading <br>Each moment of every day. <br>I will look to him for His guidance <br>Each step of the pilgrim way. <br>The pathway that lies before me, <br>Only my Heavenly Father knows. <br>I’ll trust Him to unfold the moments, <br>Just as He unfolds the rose. <br>~ © Bryan T. Burgess ~</font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><u><font size="3">TIME</font> </u> <p align="center"><font size="3">I still find each day too short for all the thoughts I want to think, all the walks I want to take, all the books I want to read, and all the friends I want to see. The longer I live the more my mind dwells upon the beauty and the wonder of the world. </font> <p align="center"><font size="3">- John Burroughs</font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com22tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-25163415194798834902012-12-17T23:44:00.000-05:002012-12-17T23:49:42.429-05:00Christmas<p> </p> <p> </p> <p>"<font size="3">Christmas can't be bought from a store . . . Maybe Christmas means a little bit more." <i>Dr.Seuss</i></font></p> <p><em><font size="3"></font></em> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Q80dz_NVnmk/UM_11QlsoCI/AAAAAAAACII/Aee6ASrxwjQ/s1600-h/IMG_8173_-The-Nativity3x411.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_8173_ The Nativity" border="0" alt="IMG_8173_ The Nativity" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ZQFlugqAuks/UM_1145L7wI/AAAAAAAACIQ/wIH23m6LK-Q/IMG_8173_-The-Nativity3x4_thumb8.jpg?imgmax=800" width="500" height="444"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">"Peace on earth will come to stay, when we live Christmas every day." <i>Helen Steiner Rice</i></font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Christmas is a gift of Love</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">that can't be bought or sold -</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">It's ours just for the asking,</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">and it's worth far more than gold ...</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">And this priceless gift of Christmas</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">is within the reach of all -</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">The rich, the poor, the young, the old,</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">the greatest and the small ...</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">So take God's Christmas gift of Love -</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">reach out and you receive -</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">And the only payment that God asks</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">is just that you believe.</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">Written by Helen Steiner Rice</font> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-JuNQS_BIyq0/UM_12teqHgI/AAAAAAAACIY/4wki14QWVng/s1600-h/IMG_3179-Our-Home20.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_3179 Our Home" alt="IMG_3179 Our Home" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-hd7BVCXVnCk/UM_13V6Mp-I/AAAAAAAACIg/_aSbkSMJxjw/IMG_3179-Our-Home_thumb17.jpg?imgmax=800" width="500" height="333"></a></p> <p> </p> <p><font size="3">From my home to yours, I would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas, and a Blessed New Year, filled with Good Health, Love, Joy, Peace In your hearts, in your homes, and where ever you might be.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Love and Care</font></p> <p><font size="3">Dianne :)</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3">"May peace be more than a season, it is my hope that it may be a way of life" <i>Author Unknown</i></font> <p> </p> <p align="left"><font size="3">And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful. Colossians 3:15</font></p> <p align="left"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="left"><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-15346162813578343022012-11-26T00:07:00.000-05:002012-11-26T00:26:04.496-05:00Say No To Bullying<p><font size="3"></font><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-tEPUXR-46TU/ULL5h38GaeI/AAAAAAAACGA/uZFi7WIKkNg/s1600-h/IMG_2989_%252520Cat%252520and%252520Mouse%2525208x12%25255B16%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2989_ Cat and Mouse " alt="IMG_2989_ Cat and Mouse " src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-OuzfE0g15g0/ULL5isxjaWI/AAAAAAAACGI/comYRLEuQ18/IMG_2989_%252520Cat%252520and%252520Mouse%2525208x12_thumb%25255B13%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">The Stare Down</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-RiY9lKIhT8k/ULL5jUswuJI/AAAAAAAACGQ/KAr757bL8YU/s1600-h/IMG_2991%252520Cat%252520and%252520Mouse%2525208x12%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2991 Cat and Mouse " alt="IMG_2991 Cat and Mouse " src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-c9TusJl2UZA/ULL5kEgzPGI/AAAAAAAACGU/XW69L5jNZdM/IMG_2991%252520Cat%252520and%252520Mouse%2525208x12_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Knocked Down But Not Out</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-dwBFRJTQcg0/ULL5lNVFpaI/AAAAAAAACGg/noGW65T4sxE/s1600-h/IMG_2997%252520Cat%252520and%252520Mouse%2525208x10%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2997 Cat and Mouse " alt="IMG_2997 Cat and Mouse " src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-lGA_xisEoKk/ULL5lrQtNUI/AAAAAAAACGo/T0r7C19QrUk/IMG_2997%252520Cat%252520and%252520Mouse%2525208x10_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Standing His Ground</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-DKLV3AgRAfc/ULL5m-Ee3iI/AAAAAAAACGw/uIcTpwGQiGg/s1600-h/IMG_3002%252520Cat%252520and%252520Mouse%2525208x12%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_3002 Cat and Mouse " alt="IMG_3002 Cat and Mouse " src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-ofXn_G-qmOA/ULL5oB72KfI/AAAAAAAACG4/8z75aQYnlqg/IMG_3002%252520Cat%252520and%252520Mouse%2525208x12_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Made His Escape</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-UZlSSCC0ZLE/ULL5oxwOYvI/AAAAAAAACHA/csC_faXDsAQ/s1600-h/IMG_3004%252520Cat%252520Looking%252520For%252520Mouse%2525208x12%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_3004 Cat Looking For Mouse " alt="IMG_3004 Cat Looking For Mouse " src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-xTb-nUYIf6w/ULL5psJdpdI/AAAAAAAACHI/ErSbeGj2e0U/IMG_3004%252520Cat%252520Looking%252520For%252520Mouse%2525208x12_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Now Where Did He Go?</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I was out for a drive with my camera one afternoon last week, looking for something to catch my eye. Then I seen it just out of the corner of my eye. An interesting cat out on someone’s front lawn in pursuit of something in the grass. I pulled over to the side of the road, and backed up, and hurried to get my camera out of my bag. As I was doing that I seen the cat swat at the mouse, and then the stare down, and all of a sudden the mouse leaped up into the air at the cat as if to bite its nose. I missed that shot and was so impressed with the little mouse standing his ground, and fighting back, and waiting his chance to escape. The cat was a little distracted when it seen me sitting in the car with my camera, and the mouse took that moment to scurry away and I assume he found a hole to crawl in to make his getaway. The cat looked for it and then finally left and went back to the house. So I drove away and was glad I had my camera, and captured these few pictures. I was glad the mouse got away. I don’t mind them as long as they are outside, and not inside the house. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I thought the title for my post was perfect considering the difference in size. Sort of like “David and Goliath.”</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">So my thought is, if you have giants or bullies in your life, stand your ground, and never give up. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">-------------------------</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I have been busy doing this and that, and have started my Christmas shopping. We finally had a few sprinkles of snow this morning but not enough to cover the ground. It wont be long now. As you can see we still have green grass. I am looking forward to a White Christmas. We put our Christmas Tree up this evening, and yes we listened to some Christmas Music and drank a little eggnog also. And you know what, I am getting into the Christmas Spirit. I love that word “Christmas” and what it represents. And you wont catch me saying Happy Holidays. Too me it means a whole lot more than that.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">How about you? Have you started preparing for Christmas , or is it too soon? I am looking forward to it, and a few days off work also. :) I just hope and pray my family all stays healthy, and we can all get together this year. I hope and pray you all are well, and stay healthy as we celebrate Christmas. After all, there is only 30 days to go. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Well I had better soon get my beauty sleep as tomorrow is the start of another work week. Hope you all have a great night, and week, what ever you do or don’t do.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"> God Bless each and every one who passes by.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"> Sincerely, Dianne :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com23tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-21690961451203518942012-11-18T01:16:00.000-05:002012-11-18T01:31:57.466-05:00The Path<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-CVMpYPL8PPs/UKiAyZouOnI/AAAAAAAACEw/Sc8_O-oxzdk/s1600-h/IMG_6759%252520The%252520Path_1%25255B14%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_6759 The Path_1" alt="IMG_6759 The Path_1" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-jaG5W8SZFgw/UKiAzXrrLyI/AAAAAAAACE4/KgFGJ0MZWt4/IMG_6759%252520The%252520Path_1_thumb%25255B14%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <h5 align="center"><font face="Miriam"><font size="3"><sup>5 </sup>Trust in the Lord with all your heart;<br>do not depend on your own understanding.<br><sup>6 </sup>Seek his will in all you do,<br>and he will show you which path to take. </font></font></h5> <h5 align="center"><font size="3" face="Miriam">Proverbs 3:5-6</font></h5> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-QvRltVoAnAo/UKiA0Uas8nI/AAAAAAAACFA/_S4qPt8-Cyc/s1600-h/IMG_6949%252520Zwicks%252520Park%25255B20%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_6949 Zwicks Park" alt="IMG_6949 Zwicks Park" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-ZljNgTCiWRs/UKiA1rArN8I/AAAAAAAACFI/s8ZiXUFSqww/IMG_6949%252520Zwicks%252520Park_thumb%25255B17%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="440"></a></p> <p align="center"><strong><a href="http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=2%20Corinthians%205:7&version=NKJV"><font size="3">2 Corinthians 5:7</font></a></strong><br><font size="3">For we <b>walk</b> <b>by</b> <b>faith</b>, not <b>by</b> sight.</font> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-FREYO2-bfKI/UKiA2obKR9I/AAAAAAAACFQ/zr3iwLaUsoI/s1600-h/IMG_6747_October%252520Day%25255B14%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_6747_October Day" alt="IMG_6747_October Day" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-2it4cm2UviQ/UKiA3Gg2d2I/AAAAAAAACFY/WfSR8GYDMEk/IMG_6747_October%252520Day_thumb%25255B11%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <h5 align="center"><font size="3">Isaiah 42:16</font></h5> <p align="center"><font size="3"><sup>16 </sup>I will lead<sup></sup> the blind<sup></sup> by ways they have not known,<br>along unfamiliar paths I will guide them;<br>I will turn the darkness into light<sup></sup> before them<br>and make the rough places smooth.<sup></sup><br>These are the things I will do;<br>I will not forsake<sup></sup> them.</font> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Be encouraged, and Be Blessed</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Hope to find you all doing well as you walk the paths before you.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Sincerely Dianne :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">It is still Autumn here although the colors have now faded and quietly disappeared. The fallen leaves have been swept, and blown away.There is a chill in the air and it whispers that snow will soon be on its way, along with the new season called winter. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I want to wish all my American Friends a Happy Thanksgiving as it is just around the corner. Remember, “Thanksgiving is more than a Holiday. It is an Attitude.”</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-34065524312414730492012-11-05T23:49:00.000-05:002012-11-06T00:19:31.344-05:00Where’s The Color,Where’s The Light?<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-J0iPOuuevDA/UJiX5Yc_qmI/AAAAAAAACBo/RTfBvywVheo/s1600-h/Dianne_As%252520The%252520Storm%252520Clouds%252520Move%252520In%25255B18%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Dianne_As The Storm Clouds Move In" border="0" alt="Dianne_As The Storm Clouds Move In" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-qim7SL3-VXU/UJiX6OQjaZI/AAAAAAAACBw/0KVxQmrtKE4/Dianne_As%252520The%252520Storm%252520Clouds%252520Move%252520In_thumb%25255B15%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Watching The Rain Coming Across Lake Ontario</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhF4qu6TOohRP1NOzVC-mhjZ61gm__usj_G_nIEoSco5go_wR9r-VnPvqA6cQI6eIPDNGvjpbZHqLELt0jOh-vFQuT5pvbkHIG62l-fXLI2Ok26VKPIp_CbDF-K6mPkRxaOs8OfTxdHi2g/s1600-h/IMG_7003%252520Storm%252520Coming%252520Across%252520The%252520Lake%2525208x12%25255B18%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_7003 Storm Coming Across The Lake 8x12" border="0" alt="IMG_7003 Storm Coming Across The Lake 8x12" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-NavNuxPW_WY/UJiX7qhbGPI/AAAAAAAACCA/ZTFDl4XbBmU/IMG_7003%252520Storm%252520Coming%252520Across%252520The%252520Lake%2525208x12_thumb%25255B15%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">There was Sun and Clouds behind me,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And the Storm in front of me.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Soon to be over my head.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">The sun shining on the clouds changed their color.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">It was like a natural filter.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And then it was time to head for the van just in time,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">before the downpour of rain.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-220wwODkK6c/UJiX8UeVjPI/AAAAAAAACCI/nV0blWI8suU/s1600-h/IMG_6978%252520Need%252520Some%252520Sun%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_6978 Need Some Sun" border="0" alt="IMG_6978 Need Some Sun" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-EkAVQQzmyXU/UJiX9DGo54I/AAAAAAAACCQ/vCKJkGYHP9E/IMG_6978%252520Need%252520Some%252520Sun_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This picture was taken about an hour earlier</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And I was hoping for a break in the clouds.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This is what I saw and this picture is out of my camera.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dull and so needing some light to brighten the colors and my view.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-YB90bjeKyTo/UJiX94Sk4_I/AAAAAAAACCY/hsLTcLGBf_c/s1600-h/IMG_6995%252520Sun%252520and%252520Cloud%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_6995 Sun and Cloud" border="0" alt="IMG_6995 Sun and Cloud" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-AByMEDSJV9Y/UJiX-txwZkI/AAAAAAAACCg/zigbfVtEELs/IMG_6995%252520Sun%252520and%252520Cloud_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This photo was taken earlier in the day as we were driving along looking for Autumn colors in Prince Edward County. So Beautiful. It was a day when one minute the sun was out and the next several minutes was dark and dreary. It was like driving in and out of the clouds. No consistency, but inconsistency itself.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-TSJ202LmSj4/UJiX_fXHy0I/AAAAAAAACCo/mEmlY6YTXBY/s1600-h/IMG_7007_Blue%252520Sky%252520Closing%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_7007_Blue Sky Closing" border="0" alt="IMG_7007_Blue Sky Closing" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-O2ozFw8UyAI/UJiX_97ccuI/AAAAAAAACCw/e_NMHyQHj24/IMG_7007_Blue%252520Sky%252520Closing_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I am not sure where I am going with this,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">But going back to the storm ahead of me, then minutes away from me.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I look behind me and this is what I saw. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">As the Dark clouds moved in there was still a window of light shining through the darkness, now threatening to </font><font size="3">surround me.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-erzF-jYJ_U8/UJiYArhFKGI/AAAAAAAACC4/Id0vTksRvxY/s1600-h/IMG_7010%252520I%252520See%252520An%252520Image%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_7010 I See An Image" border="0" alt="IMG_7010 I See An Image" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-cgmrwRwJJZA/UJiYBJl5clI/AAAAAAAACDA/7Dw5pa0UuPc/IMG_7010%252520I%252520See%252520An%252520Image_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And over to my right I looked up and saw this image above the clouds. Again these cloud pictures are not altered in any way other than resized. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Funny, but I didn’t take a close look at these pictures until tonight. These pictures were taken October 20th/2012.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ToLKam9Nu54/UJiYBjSxsDI/AAAAAAAACDI/oFs1zXrZT-U/s1600-h/IMG_7011_Images%252520In%252520The%252520Clouds%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_7011_Images In The Clouds" border="0" alt="IMG_7011_Images In The Clouds" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-CYVQpRjvooo/UJiYCA1UDEI/AAAAAAAACDQ/FCBytk-YA8I/IMG_7011_Images%252520In%252520The%252520Clouds_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">What I see you may not see. But as I look at these pictures I feel the Love, and Presence of God.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Though storms may come, I know that they will also pass. My God is watching over me, as I walk with Him, He is watching over me, day by day. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I am reminded that as a Believer, and a Child of God, I am to walk by Faith, Not by sight. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And I know that Brighter Days lay ahead, and Jesus is my Light that shines in the darkness. All I have to do is Hope and Trust in Him, in every circumstance of life. Living the Christian life is not always an easy road to travel, but it is worth more than silver and gold. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Jesus said, that in this life we would have trouble but fear not for He has overcome the world. So take heart brothers and sisters. We have a Glorious Hope in Jesus. Jesus said, He would come back to set all things right. I believe Him. Jesus is Coming Again.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Are you ready?</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">As we get ready to celebrate Christmas, remember there is more to the story. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I could go on but it is time to call it a night.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This post is made up of my thoughts and images.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I have shared from my heart.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">God Bless and be with all those who pass through and take the time to read this.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Sincerely Dianne :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">All script and Photographs by Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Accept for the picture with me in it which was taken by my husband, 4% Vision.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">In the month of Oct. we had continued rain and grey skies for all but 5 days of sun. It was a long month. I didn’t get out much to capture the Brilliant Colors of Autumn this year accept for a handful of pictures, and for that I am grateful.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">My thoughts and prayers are with those who have been affected by Hurricane Sandy. May the storm clouds disappear, and you all experience Brighter days ahead. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-71865593344385354592012-10-21T17:10:00.000-04:002012-10-21T17:24:43.248-04:00The Young Swans Learning To Fly<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-NhSnumO-Ykk/UIRlazaeXyI/AAAAAAAAB-Y/6KnoSUqhA28/s1600-h/IMG_4697_1%252520Young%252520Cygnet%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_4697_1 Young Cygnet" border="0" alt="IMG_4697_1 Young Cygnet" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-hfmBGzIyMYs/UIRlba2tMpI/AAAAAAAAB-g/kLkTkBS9qZg/IMG_4697_1%252520Young%252520Cygnet_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Looking back to June and Look at them now</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This little cygnet was learning to survive,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">and now it is learning to fly.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/--TdWwV8cZk4/UIRlcF31GnI/AAAAAAAAB-o/eSd0cvLardI/s1600-h/IMG_1992%252520Young%252520Swan%25255B1%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1992 Young Swan" border="0" alt="IMG_1992 Young Swan" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-AtYOnNWTAnk/UIRlcl5XNYI/AAAAAAAAB-w/AHGOKbHj_kY/IMG_1992%252520Young%252520Swan_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Clear the runway; Here I come.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-n2pmWYWnBK4/UIRldFruJ8I/AAAAAAAAB-4/4kyO2DllPUU/s1600-h/IMG_1993_Gaining%252520Speed_1%25255B14%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1993_Gaining Speed_1" border="0" alt="IMG_1993_Gaining Speed_1" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-7MV4VQfDA6c/UIRldoV32LI/AAAAAAAAB_A/5HvtA8cKxgM/IMG_1993_Gaining%252520Speed_1_thumb%25255B14%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Hey, I’m paddling on water. Honk…Honk!</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-i97_wSfhidU/UIRleaZdTSI/AAAAAAAAB_I/JYEjmKQElEI/s1600-h/IMG_1994_3%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1994_3" border="0" alt="IMG_1994_3" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-LMgAfxSJFo4/UIRleqnmMUI/AAAAAAAAB_Q/sPzKQEX5uvU/IMG_1994_3_thumb%25255B10%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">These wings sure come in handy.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-StbCgv4kJ4Y/UIRlfW0iwUI/AAAAAAAAB_Y/ja8bxVRoCDs/s1600-h/IMG_1995_4%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1995_4" border="0" alt="IMG_1995_4" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-H1EuEsMCmr8/UIRlf7vy38I/AAAAAAAAB_g/iokvWz6QxW4/IMG_1995_4_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Need a little more speed.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-XKvg5S2q7Uc/UIRlgttOUJI/AAAAAAAAB_o/DfTrWGPCcTs/s1600-h/IMG_1997_%252520Young%252520Swans%2525205%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1997_ Young Swans 5" border="0" alt="IMG_1997_ Young Swans 5" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-1PsZtTwx_Ss/UIRlhH8oyQI/AAAAAAAAB_w/XNB0WR9FIe8/IMG_1997_%252520Young%252520Swans%2525205_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Can you believe this. We are about to fly!</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-v6MMC4GG8V0/UIRljC4KD9I/AAAAAAAAB_4/h_sd6-Rt_g8/s1600-h/IMG_1999_7%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1999_7" border="0" alt="IMG_1999_7" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOLuPe4OZez9e8dut-5RsEqnLMMiDYibceV-D26pSgwPknW9zaWyb6xYwflDhBDTUIfPUCbn7toD6b1wosAKlsfHtFbCOWc6ftiiKjD-5nSykOJfeL15-uW6LLuVgtfhDdYhn2nCI07SQ/?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Hey! Wait for me.</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-VWZePvOkIn4/UIRlkdvNS_I/AAAAAAAACAI/WEqU-ChD8Lk/s1600-h/IMG_2004_8%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2004_8" border="0" alt="IMG_2004_8" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ncs5eKnOA6k/UIRlk_RTPGI/AAAAAAAACAQ/OfPUn7d_oGs/IMG_2004_8_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Lift off….We did it!!! We are flying.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_TF7lMeBPZl2lGasNfQeVp26I0Z0p5zGhfjHXxEA7CHXTYFYkyBFkALBWT67lzvLK8QDmKiYJkOQC9dFw-EeGSrBv_xjJtwQm4oZefTFcNvIrnFLGCjJKaM0cvzt2CWAPoQpHl2c69Ic/s1600-h/IMG_2010%252520Young%252520Swans%252520In%252520Flight%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2010 Young Swans In Flight" border="0" alt="IMG_2010 Young Swans In Flight" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-iLPbX2LVT1c/UIRlmK2RVmI/AAAAAAAACAg/9Z55tuPYSZI/IMG_2010%252520Young%252520Swans%252520In%252520Flight_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And the crowd cheers</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-YG5iMlnnf-E/UIRlmzNzGJI/AAAAAAAACAo/xM6iXyBgySA/s1600-h/IMG_2016_Landing_The%252520End%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2016_Landing_The End" border="0" alt="IMG_2016_Landing_The End" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-inQHEe9WlYs/UIRlnZghY_I/AAAAAAAACAw/Or5QSlDLoXk/IMG_2016_Landing_The%252520End_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Okay, Now for the landing. Mission Accomplished.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-NQIi2O7uqWQ/UIRloU4uN2I/AAAAAAAACA4/7a6SZcxlNUE/s1600-h/IMG_3136%252520Swan%252520Family%25255B2%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_3136 Swan Family" border="0" alt="IMG_3136 Swan Family" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-SSc7IyZUfis/UIRlpNgwCkI/AAAAAAAACBA/POASeNUVCF8/IMG_3136%252520Swan%252520Family_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="440"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"><u>From Baby Cygnets to Beautiful Young Swans</u></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Here are the swans and cygnets from May to The end of September 2012. I hope you found this Series interesting. I know I sure enjoyed following this swan family, I like to call, “The Class Of 2012. They all past accept for one little cygnet that didn’t make it. I think it is pretty amazing that 8 out of the 9 cygnets lived to become these Beautiful young swans who will one day have a family of their own. </font></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">All photos and written script by Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Hope to find you all well, and enjoying the Seasons of Life.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">God Bless one and all.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne :)</font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com28tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-78943868804309667472012-10-13T00:46:00.000-04:002012-10-13T01:03:10.138-04:00Flight 01 in Sequence<p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-BMs6GX0wKGc/UHjyVTrQSrI/AAAAAAAAB7M/Bm9vK7pcV-4/s1600-h/IMG_1970-copy_110.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1970 _1" alt="IMG_1970 _1" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-NVF6QRriBkU/UHjyWLP4ogI/AAAAAAAAB7U/4Q0RX8xImd4/IMG_1970-copy_1_thumb10.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Mr. Cob starting down the runway</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-2vNKvgwqaqA/UHjyXdEaHgI/AAAAAAAAB7c/r5-1A97XzcM/s1600-h/IMG_1971-copy22.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1971_ 2" alt="IMG_1971_ 2" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtcP_iMUjpxqvtS0XCOMmGa9LKZ9SxS5H86V2ej6lsOPuJdvHbPs71KXRnsEftF2IxLBoqKOESfbKZntzkzVeerfAC54rdTYR9WFFMMYH1ez1LuBsSH6YlZVSTrCdjURgHqUPSmqOz4yo/?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Clear The Runway</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-dedEPiwxY2k/UHjyZI1OqHI/AAAAAAAAB7s/qmI4lCRQEFE/s1600-h/IMG_1972-copy32.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1972 _3" alt="IMG_1972_ 3" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-M6hjHzcr9Ug/UHjyZ4YX0gI/AAAAAAAAB70/AqFFkwR3U8c/IMG_1972-copy3_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Here He Comes</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-AlD7-dRG07o/UHjya8k2M1I/AAAAAAAAB78/npJu2laaAqs/s1600-h/IMG_1973-copy42.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1973 _4" alt="IMG_1973 _4" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-o2PQfy6ktbc/UHjybj95GnI/AAAAAAAAB8E/paNyXYtNbYc/IMG_1973-copy4_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Treading The Water</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-kP-VrEGuqvg/UHjycZjordI/AAAAAAAAB8M/Q4Ftihi8vrU/s1600-h/IMG_1974-copy52.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1974 _5" alt="IMG_1974 _5" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ackcTbYBN4c/UHjydRr6BfI/AAAAAAAAB8U/nzEtumQ7IxI/IMG_1974-copy5_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Gaining Speed</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-lIEbC-kE4TM/UHjyeCSciyI/AAAAAAAAB8c/jmJUYqLl2Lw/s1600-h/IMG_1975-copy62.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1975 _6" alt="IMG_1975 _6" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-TEbLBCEaSS0/UHjyeiQLisI/AAAAAAAAB8k/e2DI4zmzVWc/IMG_1975-copy6_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This Looks Like Hard Work</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-cSKNgVwDvQY/UHjyfV5eNAI/AAAAAAAAB8s/y1uCoaxBJ40/s1600-h/IMG_1976-copy72.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1976 _7" alt="IMG_1976 _7" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-T3IJbhuPCDc/UHjyfxan1jI/AAAAAAAAB80/aJwTE26tkJE/IMG_1976-copy7_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a> <font size="3">Paddling And Spreading Those Wings</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/--BAZw-S086g/UHjygrknWxI/AAAAAAAAB88/RQ2p2wQRMlE/s1600-h/IMG_1977-copy82.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1977_8" alt="IMG_1977_8" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-4gMkdv76s-I/UHjyhOB_GuI/AAAAAAAAB9E/8cetOd78nok/IMG_1977-copy8_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Up Goes The Landing Gear</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-9f0_9CxXx-s/UHjyiDW8lcI/AAAAAAAAB9M/JLhXO2X2GUU/s1600-h/IMG_1978-copy92.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1978_9" alt="IMG_1978_9" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-poYYWURQNig/UHjyjA1l4rI/AAAAAAAAB9U/U60ul2QUars/IMG_1978-copy9_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Down Goes The Landing Gear As He Pushes Forward</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-s4G8Yic4fPo/UHjykBWYTgI/AAAAAAAAB9c/KvhZvRP0enc/s1600-h/IMG_1980-copy102.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1980_10" alt="IMG_1980_10" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-orxlycVgit0/UHjykh_XuII/AAAAAAAAB9k/QEe4U-19axM/IMG_1980-copy10_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Up And Away He Goes</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-uLrTwVuVYrk/UHjylfXBxiI/AAAAAAAAB9s/SO1-dVn3L94/s1600-h/IMG_1983-copy112.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1983_11" alt="IMG_1983_11" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-hlnokUsuJmw/UHjymNk5tsI/AAAAAAAAB90/uOlq_tkrLbw/IMG_1983-copy11_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">He Puts On The Brakes, Now For The Landing</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This was a short distance flight to show the young ones how to do it. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Stay Tuned</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">In the next episode I will show one or two of the young ones learning to fly. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I took quite a few pictures and the lighting was a challenge. This is what I took… out of my camera other than a bit of cropping and resizing. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Some of the young ones started to fly right after big daddy, but it all happened so fast, and I captured what I could, hand holding my 170-500 lens which weighs roughly 4.5lbs not including the camera. I didn’t have time to set my IS on Panning. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">These may not be wall hangers, but I had fun capturing these swans taking off into a short distance flight.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I was so happy and thrilled to witness this. I couldn’t believe my eyes when the 10 swans swam out to where there were a large number of geese and ducks and corralled them out of their way (Flying Path), and got ready to fly. I took some pictures and at times just watched them in “Awe”. of what I saw. This family of swans and cygnets have come along way. The cygnets have transformed into Beautiful Swans. Soon it will be time to say goodbye unless they leave on announced. I think it is called the “Call Of The Wild”. South they will head. How far I do not know. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This is the second family of swans in the last few years that I have had the pleasure of following for a season. I hope and pray I will get yet another chance to witness another family of swans next Spring and Summer. But will enjoy these while I can. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Until next time :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-55914864111971895222012-09-25T19:11:00.001-04:002012-09-25T19:16:14.718-04:00Humming On A Rainy Day<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-p075JqfA7us/UGI58tfuUeI/AAAAAAAAB5g/_3UmRryi-Do/s1600-h/Hummingbird25.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="Hummingbird" border="0" alt="Hummingbird" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-5nWtB4kzy6E/UGI59KlRDdI/AAAAAAAAB5o/5QWYVFYLq7s/Hummingbird_thumb22.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Female Ruby-throated Hummingbird</font></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This is my second attempt at capturing these amazing little birds. I have to say they are a challenge as they are so fast. I was at a clients a few weeks ago and as I was working away, I saw this Beautiful Hummingbird from the window, and ran and got my camera, and took a few quick shots. It had been raining for most of the day. You can see some of the raindrops on the feeder.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-PAO63eqBaPg/UGI59yQOSdI/AAAAAAAAB5w/3JnhTQRqVU0/s1600-h/IMG_0235-Hummer-In-Flight_18.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0235 Hummer In Flight_1" border="0" alt="IMG_0235 Hummer In Flight_1" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-plwdByZNUFo/UGI5-Tn8bzI/AAAAAAAAB54/bQeM8v_KzX8/IMG_0235-Hummer-In-Flight_1_thumb5.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I took this photo the same day. The little Hummer really liked the colorful glass in this hanging mobile decoration, and so did I.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-tYAiM0iYLF8/UGI5_BW3vII/AAAAAAAAB6A/LBGU71SoavM/s1600-h/IMG_0260%252520Hummingbird%252520Way%252520Up%252520In%252520The%252520Tree%25255B19%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0260 Hummingbird Way Up In The Tree" border="0" alt="IMG_0260 Hummingbird Way Up In The Tree" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-BJBefEx1kxw/UGI5_hFaqwI/AAAAAAAAB6I/2VRT-rTwpks/IMG_0260%252520Hummingbird%252520Way%252520Up%252520In%252520The%252520Tree_thumb%25255B16%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> <font size="3">And there she is way up in the tree</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">looking as pretty as can be.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">No person , camera, or lens got wet in the making of these images, as I was standing just inside the patio doors looking out. The bird got wet I think, unless she was fast enough to dodge the rain drops, and she may have just done that, or maybe she didn’t care as she seemed to be in her own little world, and loving it. :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And as for me; well I reluctantly put my camera away and went back to work. Yes, I got all my work done and headed for home. I was late but that didn’t matter because It was worth it, being able to watch, and capture this sweet little Hummer. :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">All images and script by Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-5fn3TpFzKSk/UGI6AB09jII/AAAAAAAAB6Q/MvoAKktJWYw/s1600-h/IMG_0180_2.5X2%25255B23%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0180_2.5X2" border="0" alt="IMG_0180_2.5X2" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-OZsUQ-s3c2k/UGI6A0ApzSI/AAAAAAAAB6Y/yt5wJ5ohTxA/IMG_0180_2.5X2_thumb%25255B20%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" height="196"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I can’t believe it is almost the end of Sept. and Autumn snuck up on me and past me before I knew it.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">We don’t have much color yet, and it is still fairly warm as in anywhere between 15-20 degrees during the day, and has got as low as 2 degrees Celsius during the night. No Jack Frost here yet! :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I am hoping to post as few more summer pictures, as I always seem to be trying to catch up, and keep up. I am also looking forward to the colorful tapestry of Autumn. Every Season is Beautiful and has so much to offer. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I want to wish you all a very happy , and wonderful Autumn with all it has too offer. Looking forward to visiting your blogs as well and seeing, and reading all about what is happening in your corner of the world.</font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">See you soon!</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne :)</font></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-25775317513759598312012-09-09T11:38:00.000-04:002012-09-09T12:06:25.312-04:00Nature’s Music<p> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3G02uhEN0ac8YAOgmmfmaM9MCOmrU_1glO5ChNjdUkOWf6bMG2hPUjPcCxCOuRQMuNJlCCHvhEePnaGlZ3fzx0IRXR2IJItJMi57XFifUpyv9R35xPdYVsC8Ot1NRtQeo0VHaguBQ1a8/s1600-h/Walking%252520Along%252520The%252520Shore%252520%25255B14%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="Walking Along The Shore " border="0" alt="Walking Along The Shore " src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-D4qr-jDObao/UEy4Ni38UZI/AAAAAAAAB4g/iF5XjWgYXPk/Walking%252520Along%252520The%252520Shore%252520_thumb%25255B11%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a><font size="3"></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"><u>Nature Is Music To My Ears</u></font></p> <p align="center"><u><font size="3"></font></u> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Nature is music to my ears. As I hear the birds singing their songs. Red Winged Black Birds in the marsh. Loons on the lake. A Blue Heron on the river bank. Geese flying over head. The flutter of a Humming Bird’s wings, among other things.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">The cry of a new born baby. The laughter of children, and adults alike. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">The sound of the wind blowing through the trees. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">The sound of crickets on a hot summers night. Frogs in the pond.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Listening to the rain falling softly, and sometimes falling hard to whatever surface it may hit.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I hear the thunder rolling across the sky, and the sounds of lightning as it strikes.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">As I walk by a trickling brook, or a flowing river. The stillness of a lake, and waves hitting the shore. The roar of rushing waterfalls, and the ocean waves hitting the shore and the rocks with force.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">These are a few of my favorite sounds of nature, and I have many more. I am eager to listen. I am in “Awe” of nature, and those peaceful moments it brings. It is music to my ears.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And my heart sings as it beats to the music like an inner drum. Yes, I can hear my heart beat and my own breathing in and out. I am alive and enjoying my Creator God and all He has made.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I love all the senses that God created me with as I hear His still small voice telling me to be still and know that He is God! God is real, and loves me, and you. He is near and to be found at the mentioning of His name, with a sincere heart. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Having even one of the senses should be enough to know there is an “Almighty God and Creator” of all things. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I can hear, see, taste, smell, and feel. I am Blessed and have so much to be thankful for. God provides everything I need, and all He asks is that I trust Him with my life, and for my Salvation through Jesus Christ, God’s only begotten Son.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">He is my Lord and Savior. I am Blessed and have so much to be thankful for.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I will be honest and say, that sometimes I forget that. The cares and concerns of life can alter my focus. The picture gets cluttered, and out of focus. Then I need to ask the Lord of my Life to do His work in me, so the picture is clear, and composed according to His Will. I am His creation, and according to His Word, I am fearfully and wonderfully made. That is found in Psalm 139.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Lord please forgive me for the times in my life when I take things for granted. Help me not to complain when things don’t go my way. Instead to pray with a humble, and grateful heart. and always give thanks in every situation , knowing you will work all things for my good. Help me to walk in your ways, and to live for you. To die to my own selfish ways, knowing you will take care of me. You are the Source of everything Good in my life. Help me to be all you want me to be. I am yours dear Lord. Bought with your precious blood you shed for me on the cross at Calvary. Thank you Father God for giving us your only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, who died for me, and has risen from the dead and is sitting at the right hand of God the Father, and is coming again according to your Word. Amen</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Although Jesus Christ is offensive to this world system we live in … He is the only Way, The Truth and The Life. (John 14:6). The Greatest Gift to all mankind. The Greatest Gift to me. Thank you Jesus. :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Script and Photography by Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-N5o1urhGjsU/UEy4Ptd0LbI/AAAAAAAAB4k/TRIsIzIt7Nk/s1600-h/IMG_6097%252520Young%252520Chickadee%25255B23%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_6097 Young Chickadee" border="0" alt="IMG_6097 Young Chickadee" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-GvFyowfbScE/UEy4RJlCc-I/AAAAAAAAB4o/gF30O215U_g/IMG_6097%252520Young%252520Chickadee_thumb%25255B20%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Young Chickadee In My Back Yard</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Have a Blessed Sunday!</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Sincerely Dianne :)</font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-4572566892157312802012-09-03T13:16:00.000-04:002012-09-03T17:17:54.247-04:00Toronto Zoo Series<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-8_UNk_mE40I/UETmS4WfYSI/AAAAAAAAB0Q/Vaa2cfIadBY/s1600-h/IMG_8687%252520copy%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_8687 Blue Macaw" alt="IMG_8687 Blue Macaw" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-VgGbt2ijJwk/UETmTRDc4nI/AAAAAAAAB0Y/KbblTSYRy-k/IMG_8687%252520copy_thumb%25255B10%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">The Blue Macaw was the center of my attention this day! Yellow and Red Macaw hanging out just above. The clue being the yellow, and red tail feathers to the right in this photo.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Seems everywhere I go, I see birds. Birds fascinate me and I could not imagine a world without them. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I learned something I never knew before this past week. Did you know that by throwing your chewing gum away, outdoors, that you could kill and innocent bird? Birds apparently mistake it for bread or food, and when they swallow it, it gets stuck in their inners and they suffocate, and die. They can not digest gum. Makes one think or at least it should. Please don’t litter, and if you feel inclined please tell others not to throw their gum where an innocent bird or animal may find it. And I thank you, because I love birds. :)</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ZwLoMtcCEwI/UETmUdaWqJI/AAAAAAAAB0g/Bd9wuX2Y6P0/s1600-h/IMG_9076%252520Gir%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_9076 Giraffe" alt="IMG_9076 Giraffe" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-_YzZLQjRz0s/UETmU4sEGfI/AAAAAAAAB0o/C-NLeBHDN0E/IMG_9076%252520Gir_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="402" height="480"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This guy reminds me of “The Friendly Giant”</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">You know,”Look way up Rusty”</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I loved watching that TV show growing up. Remember Jerome? Seeing this Giraffe brings back good childhood memories for me.</font></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-G3jsq8GqnQ4/UETmVxAEapI/AAAAAAAAB0w/qbDWAzRXVyE/s1600-h/IMG_8928_%252520Hippo%252520Podamus%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_8928_ Hippo Podamus" alt="IMG_8928_ Hippo Podamus" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-i-IY4xkDlA4/UETmWYOkCKI/AAAAAAAAB04/5qqLlgXCqJg/IMG_8928_%252520Hippo%252520Podamus_thumb%25255B9%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a><font size="3"></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Apparently Hippo’s Like Apples. Seems so small, considering where it is heading. That is one huge mouth. I think I will stick to feeding treats to my little dog, Jesse. :)</font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-TMTjWD0b4_c/UETmXtCv-KI/AAAAAAAAB1A/s8-53Wl6SoU/s1600-h/IMG_9157%252520GrizzlyBear%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: inline" title="IMG_9157 GrizzlyBear" alt="IMG_9157 GrizzlyBear" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-0T8XfuTIdBM/UETmYZTH3OI/AAAAAAAAB1I/tWH9LJDmnp8/IMG_9157%252520GrizzlyBear_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I took this picture through the thick glass window. Would you look at those nails, or claws. I would not want to meet one of these in the wild. I get the willy’s just thinking about it. We don’t have any of these running free in Ontario like they do in Western Canada and other places in the world. “But” we now have Cougars and a few years ago one was spotted in a field on the outskirts of our fair city. I think I would rather visit them at the Toronto Zoo, “Thank you very much!</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-5SOTJkhVVIM/UETmZSSkhCI/AAAAAAAAB1Q/L1TumxdLy4U/s1600-h/IMG_9116%252520Cougar%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_9116 Cougar" alt="IMG_9116 Cougar" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/--OsW3wQSrNw/UETmZ5dQu2I/AAAAAAAAB1Y/44S2VENf35E/IMG_9116%252520Cougar_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I think Mr. Cougar was having a bad day at the Zoo.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I couldn’t get a full body image and had to aim my lens so it would focus between the thick mesh fencing. I would not want to meet one of these beautiful cats in the wild. Wild he is! Look at those eyes and teeth. I have heard so many stories of human encounters with these big cats, and my heart goes out to those who have been attacked by these predators. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-OKETLZppKrY/UETma2i7KoI/AAAAAAAAB1g/Q86t-jvoVrg/s1600-h/IMG_9446%252520Eagle%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_9446 Northern Bald Eagle" alt="IMG_9446 Northern Bald Eagle" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-T6rVULQT3RM/UETmck6VZ8I/AAAAAAAAB1o/RMvBojNKmPk/IMG_9446%252520Eagle_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This is one bird that I hope to one day see in the wild, flying free as an Eagle should. This Northern Bald Eagle was rescued and most likely not survive in the wilderness on its own. Just as many of us have stories of survival, this great Eagle has a story of its own.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">All photos and script by Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">These are just a few of the photos I took at the Toronto Zoo this past week. <a title="http://www.torontozoo.com/ExploreTheZoo/" href="http://www.torontozoo.com/ExploreTheZoo/">http://www.torontozoo.com/ExploreTheZoo/</a> It was a hot summers day, and the lighting was a challenge at times. It was suppose to be a mid 70’s day but per usual this summer the temperature climbed. I did enjoy my day at the zoo and stayed until closing time.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Well it is a beautiful Labor Day Monday and I took the day off work. Think I will head outside and enjoy some late summer air and sunshine. Hope to visit and do some catching up as well. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Hope to find you all well and enjoying this fine day.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">xx’s Dianne :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">P.S I added a few new pictures of my family on the side bar, including my new Granddaughter. :) Her name is Briana Marina and was born on Aug. 27th weighing in at 5lbs. 3 ounces. I may add some photos at a later date with permission of parents. I now have five Granddaughters and one Grandson. I am truly Blessed beyond measure. :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-61048266968745831032012-08-11T23:49:00.000-04:002012-08-11T23:55:47.168-04:00Swans _Class Of 2012 Series<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-rRPKOn1xpr0/UCcoNmGACCI/AAAAAAAABwo/rKsxXrvOuxI/s1600-h/IMG_6784_Mute%252520Swans_Class%252520of%2525202012%25255B21%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_6784_Mute Swans_Class of 2012" alt="IMG_6784_Mute Swans_Class of 2012" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-IztZjZXLpaM/UCcoOHn_b1I/AAAAAAAABww/XmghbpOe2ac/IMG_6784_Mute%252520Swans_Class%252520of%2525202012_thumb%25255B18%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-SHR1yHCk45E/UCcoOxZvd3I/AAAAAAAABw4/ZS-tXJIaKTM/s1600-h/IMG_6700%252520copy2%25255B19%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="Cygnets_Class Of 2012 Series" alt="IMG_6700 Cygnets_Class Of 2012 Series" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-vdV_kwsnMRA/UCcoPVkP-dI/AAAAAAAABxA/8hgNwEhkVUQ/IMG_6700%252520copy2_thumb%25255B16%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-DOmJ7XbLE5E/UCcoQMk53MI/AAAAAAAABxI/QFo46NUkOro/s1600-h/IMG_6719_Cygnet_Class%252520of%2525202012%252520Series%25255B23%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_6719_Cygnet_Class of 2012 Series" alt="IMG_6719_Cygnet_Class of 2012 Series" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-KsuHktjS-No/UCcoQbQOSJI/AAAAAAAABxQ/B21aJI3b3tg/IMG_6719_Cygnet_Class%252520of%2525202012%252520Series_thumb%25255B20%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a> <p align="center"> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-mBPjfotd-pY/UCcoRCmjEvI/AAAAAAAABxY/4kINCJhhU34/s1600-h/IMG_6815_Young%252520Male%252520Swan%252520%252528Father%252529%25255B15%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_6815_Young Male Swan (Father)" alt="IMG_6815_Young Male Swan (Father)" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-FQBYckPqXWQ/UCcoRqvq7qI/AAAAAAAABxg/bDpfE3011GQ/IMG_6815_Young%252520Male%252520Swan%252520%252528Father%252529_thumb%25255B12%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-N3i9TJQN_4w/UCcoSHUgP6I/AAAAAAAABxo/rMHPM45h-iQ/s1600-h/IMG_6691_Calm%252520Reflection%25255B17%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_6691_Calm Reflection" alt="IMG_6691_Calm Reflection" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-O7lVZlC-AXA/UCcoSwXLUfI/AAAAAAAABxw/tB6PQmjDUUo/IMG_6691_Calm%252520Reflection_thumb%25255B14%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Here are a few pictures I will let speak for themselves.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I took them late one afternoon last week after I got off work for the day. I just happened to get there at a good time, as sometimes they are no where to be seen. I am still hoping to capture them learning to fly if possible. Depends on where their aviation field is located. I sure hope I get to see the air show! That would be so “Awesome”, with or without my camera!</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Hope you all are doing well and enjoying life, whatever you do, or don’t do. God Bless. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne :)</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-10496198873671555732012-08-03T19:37:00.000-04:002012-08-03T19:49:54.410-04:00Walking With Nature By The Bay<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-psD0GoVoLxE/UBxhadlSW7I/AAAAAAAABug/MTO3Bl8OqbA/s1600-h/IMG_6339-copy-copy16.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_6339 Young Red Winged Black Bird" border="0" alt="IMG_6339 Young Red Winged Black Bird" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-nftX_oVmYIs/UBxhawqTqZI/AAAAAAAABuo/dTu4oMutGpw/IMG_6339-copy-copy_thumb13.jpg?imgmax=800" width="606" height="406"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Red Winged Black Bird Singing His Summer Song</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">High above me in this tree.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-m8o2uCtRqGY/UBxhbh6DGfI/AAAAAAAABuw/RZw16HFtvaE/s1600-h/IMG_6388-Goldfinch16.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_6388 Yellow Goldfinch" border="0" alt="IMG_6388 Yellow Goldfinch" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-HmIdqTsRj7w/UBxhcKDK-CI/AAAAAAAABu4/Rq3Gg68vslg/IMG_6388-Goldfinch_thumb13.jpg?imgmax=800" width="606" height="406"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">One little Goldfinch </font><font size="3">sitting in a tree</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">Looking as pretty as can be.</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">As He looks down </font> <p align="center"><font size="3">I wonder what do you see</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">besides me,</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">perched way up in that tree?</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">Written by Dianne dsphotocats</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-4itPZSSoYsM/UBxhcwO1G6I/AAAAAAAABvA/uTanRpjb8IY/s1600-h/IMG_6392-American-Goldfinch18.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_6392 Yellow Goldfinch" border="0" alt="IMG_6392 Yellow Goldfinch" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-t4w_oT4IeNg/UBxhdW4qgHI/AAAAAAAABvI/z4LeW9rHP9Q/IMG_6392-American-Goldfinch_thumb15.jpg?imgmax=800" width="606" height="406"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> <font size="3">Seems He is following me, posed for another picture</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I have wanted to capture one of these for a very long time. And today he flew into my path. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I prayed God would Bless me and He did.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I believe God can and does use His Creation to Bless those who’s heart is open to see and hear, not only creation, but the Creator Himself. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-TJfPGF7T2hc/UBxheGduC6I/AAAAAAAABvQ/7SFVwoNllm4/s1600-h/IMG_6300-Lace16.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_6300 Lace" border="0" alt="IMG_6300 Lace" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-1ihS1YoMZDA/UBxheuoe4ZI/AAAAAAAABvY/kL6-VKvjOUM/IMG_6300-Lace_thumb13.jpg?imgmax=800" width="606" height="406"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> <font size="3">Queen Anne’s Lace is one of my favorite Wildflowers</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dainty and oh so Pretty is she.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I like how she stands out in her surroundings.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ypZ97skACcY/UBxhfGiHGXI/AAAAAAAABvg/jrADW8f2X_8/s1600-h/IMG_6471-Butterfly-Unknown18.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_6471 Butterfly Unknown" border="0" alt="IMG_6471 Butterfly Unknown" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-yWZfX3DqD_o/UBxhfv0YKoI/AAAAAAAABvo/oxKavSCN5y4/IMG_6471-Butterfly-Unknown_thumb15.jpg?imgmax=800" width="606" height="406"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">What a pleasant surprise as this Beautiful Butterfly </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Fluttered by me and Landed long enough</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">for me to take this photo.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">If anyone knows the name of this Butterfly please let me know.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-_kj3mHwuJhQ/UBxhgduL9CI/AAAAAAAABvw/yJ2qVp1K6Zw/s1600-h/IMG_6291Water-Lilly-8x1219.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_6291Water Lilly " border="0" alt="IMG_6291Water Lilly " src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-KExXN6taSJQ/UBxhhdrW8pI/AAAAAAAABv4/7xoMyNB3WQw/IMG_6291Water-Lilly-8x12_thumb16.jpg?imgmax=800" width="606" height="406"></a> <p align="center"><font size="3">He leads me beside still waters </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">He restores my soul. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Words from Psalm 23. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">That is what came to mind as I looked into the pond and saw this Water Lilly, and her reflection in the still waters.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Maybe you look at this photo and see something totally different , and that is fine too.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I hope that by looking at these photos , and reading this blog, you will be Blessed .</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Hope to find you all well and enjoying the seasons of life where ever you may dwell. May you see the Beauty beyond whatever circumstances you may face in this life. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">May God reveal Himself to you as you seek Him, and Bless You beyond measure.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Sincerely Dianne :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">P.S If you click on each photo you will be able to see a bigger photo.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-33365875762892506292012-07-17T18:29:00.000-04:002012-07-17T18:33:33.898-04:00Cygnets Growing Fast/Class Of 2012<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-hcS9TN_IS60/UAXnwmPpucI/AAAAAAAABtY/s8Rq5t89EMs/s1600-h/IMG_5679%2525205x7%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_5679 Growing Cygnets" border="0" alt="IMG_5679 Growing Cygnets" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-dMU7XKvt11A/UAXnxAq7VpI/AAAAAAAABtg/nsOdnCGdU_A/IMG_5679%2525205x7_thumb%25255B8%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="556" height="373"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This is a time of Transition for these Cygnets.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ehioX_fX9M0/UAXnxgD8YMI/AAAAAAAABto/fLXASnEZ1Pc/s1600-h/IMG_5835%252520Swanlings%252520in%252520July_2012%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_5835 Swanlings in July_2012" border="0" alt="IMG_5835 Swanlings in July_2012" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-wJr-YsIp7DU/UAXnyFUlYRI/AAAAAAAABtw/yc0_NmO4EKQ/IMG_5835%252520Swanlings%252520in%252520July_2012_thumb%25255B8%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="556" height="373"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Taking a late afternoon break back at their nesting home</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ZC4hgszHarw/UAXnytvsRcI/AAAAAAAABt4/yKsJfMzE3UQ/s1600-h/IMG_5460%2525205x7%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_5460_ 2 Months old cygnets" border="0" alt="IMG_5460_ 2 Months old cygnets " src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-67ToN-fQ5Lk/UAXnzJMjQWI/AAAAAAAABuA/tWrt0GixmFc/IMG_5460%2525205x7_thumb%25255B10%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="556" height="373"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">The Cygnets are about 2mos. old now.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This is a time of Transition for these Swan lings.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">They are not as cute as their bodies are growing quickly. But they are Beautiful in their own way.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This is a time of learning many new things from their parents to help them survive and grow into Graceful Swans just like their parents. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I have noticed that these swans are a very close family.</font><font size="3">It truly is remarkable that out of 9 cygnets, 8 have survived, where as a couple years ago, only 4 out of 8 had survived. I am thrilled to see so many. Because of their size now, I think they will all survive. The Cygnets are most vulnerable when they are small.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">They are growing their feathers and in the Fall they will learn to fly. I do hope I get to witness that and get a few shots of them in flight. Depends on whether they stay close by or go out into the deep or move to the other side of the Bay. We will just have to wait and see. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">It has been my pleasure to witness them and share them with you. Thank you for your visits and comments. </font></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/--6hlkwF0GTQ/UAXnzikRFGI/AAAAAAAABuI/wtZkAHzOALA/s1600-h/IMG_6034%252520copy4x6%25255B11%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_6034_Cygnets/2012_2mos.old" border="0" alt="IMG_6034_Cygnets/2012_2mos.old" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-hl6FkUrD6zw/UAXnzzJIO_I/AAAAAAAABuQ/IjlbeixOce0/IMG_6034%252520copy4x6_thumb%25255B11%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="454" height="304"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">The Class Of 2012</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Written and photographed by: Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-65936909247993089562012-07-07T12:20:00.000-04:002012-07-07T13:03:29.822-04:00All Is Calm … Swans On The Bay<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><font size="3"></font><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Ggs9JAOy2G4/T_hinfbj_nI/AAAAAAAABso/lcwq9jya_aA/s1600-h/IMG_3443%252520Swan1%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_3443 Swan1" alt="IMG_3443 Swan1" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Y8VWIoZ4dFU/T_hioC1T4qI/AAAAAAAABss/VIxo-479U8c/IMG_3443%252520Swan1_thumb%25255B8%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">A Calm and Peaceful Day Along The Shore Of The Bay</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Mr. Cobb is on guard watching over his family. He is not showing off today. All is calm, and all is bright. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">It is a Beautiful Day filled with warmth and light.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I love watching these swans and photographing them when I can, as you all know by now.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">It is often very challenging to capture what I see due to the bright harsh sunlight as it shines off the water of the Bay. But it is worth the effort. I forget about the world around me for a time, and all the cares of life. All is calm, and all is bright. It brings a peaceful moment filled with Joy. I am in “Awe” of what I see as I witness the nature that surrounds me, and the Creator of it all. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I don’t get to travel very often and so I do appreciate the Beauty that surrounds me, even if it is common to some. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Ah! But I do get to travel through the eyes of each one of you, and other wonderful bloggers, and photographers around the world. We all have something to share, and what is common to one, is new and exciting to another. At least that is how I see it. Thank you for all each one of you share. And now on to the next photo. I never know what I am going to write when I start my update. It truly is “Random Thoughts and Photographs”, and comes from my heart. Oh ya, I guess I better stop jip japping and get on with it. Ha!</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-BrmUoAAbft4/T_hipNsF1fI/AAAAAAAABsw/hA_dCxzemPA/s1600-h/IMG_3565%252520copy8x12%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_3565 " alt="IMG_3565 " src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-fiyAoMK5n8Q/T_hipl3IOWI/AAAAAAAABs0/IPHqKjfTwkw/IMG_3565%252520copy8x12_thumb%25255B8%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">A Very Touching Sight To See </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">As mother swan tends to her swanlings.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-SZSUsfnTQ5k/T_hiqODfXxI/AAAAAAAABs4/4BuQBjmJ7eg/s1600-h/IMG_3566%252520copy8x12%25255B7%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_3566 " alt="IMG_3566 " src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-DaHx9S4XGrc/T_hiqmHPlrI/AAAAAAAABs8/RWSlUbBExdI/IMG_3566%252520copy8x12_thumb%25255B7%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Mrs. Penn and her 9 Swanlings (Cygnets)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Just before coming on shore for a time of preening, and a time of rest.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBvtldBJ4wf0K3mHHYHIeHHNT39c5AIiWf1A5_QRhMTQF0nVspCnWeX8XZdeJBr_gH0LuPP4ZzSVoI0vK564GWE7kME5qm4t0DSw7f8g5QqSy88Owv5s-CTm-UvVe9j_xHpxodMHn8Nw4/s1600-h/IMG_3534_Cygnets2%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_3534_Cygnets2" alt="IMG_3534_Cygnets2" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-Cl4Mf7SwKwE/T_hir3nmrOI/AAAAAAAABtE/mvF8X7PoALA/IMG_3534_Cygnets2_thumb%25255B8%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-_ar6ryFhQUM/T_hisqo5YOI/AAAAAAAABtI/CT_rHlIEa30/s1600-h/IMG_3544%252520_Afternoon%252520Nap%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_3544 _Afternoon Nap" alt="IMG_3544 _Afternoon Nap" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-wQcbtxawd5I/T_hitC3LDFI/AAAAAAAABtM/VZpXBahxpCQ/IMG_3544%252520_Afternoon%252520Nap_thumb%25255B8%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-HhEjq5dCjic/T_hiuDbzBXI/AAAAAAAABtQ/mdAQ5ACe5Yw/s1600-h/IMG_3136%252520Swan%252520Family%25255B12%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_3136 Swan Family" alt="IMG_3136 Swan Family" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-XUcXL_WpUCs/T_hiuriF7rI/AAAAAAAABtU/ApiwHxw3eqE/IMG_3136%252520Swan%252520Family_thumb%25255B9%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="480"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Off they go on yet another adventure and to get a bite to eat. I think they were out to have some Bay Vegetable Soup. :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">That is it for now. These photos were taken on May 29th. I may never get caught up but what’s a gal to do.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Just take it as it comes and share when I can.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"> There is a time for everything and life goes on. I hope life is good to you, and full of wonder at the things you see around you. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And I pray for those around the world who due to their political environment and circumstances among other things, do not see the Beauty. There is Hope in Jesus. God help us all to love one another, and some how make a difference in this world we live in. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">To all my blogger friends and those who drop by, may you have a good day filled with Peace, Hope and Love.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Sincerely, with Love and Care</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne :)</font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-38567243075668387492012-06-19T00:24:00.000-04:002012-06-19T00:37:26.997-04:00Introducing “Mute Swans… A New Generation”<p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-O2xx_a1nuRo/T9__Ip6Cb8I/AAAAAAAABns/q19WQMUOpFc/s1600-h/IMG_2614-copy2_8x128.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2614 " alt="IMG_2614 " src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-Vb722-XYvM4/T9__JfJs60I/AAAAAAAABn0/wGlcEgSofL8/IMG_2614-copy2_8x12_thumb8.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">But today Mr. Cobb seems to be trying to be the Center of Attention, as he splish splashes away.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-gfo0ng_TE10/T9__KIOa_NI/AAAAAAAABn8/ryx8I1P49tI/s1600-h/IMG_2617_8x1216.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2617" alt="IMG_2617" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-T2kl2C8jA4E/T9__LbJ2bnI/AAAAAAAABoE/k-ka9sTK9WQ/IMG_2617_8x12_thumb13.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">As he seems to be having some fun with his family as he takes his bath, splashing His Pen, and nine baby cygnets. Maybe he thought they needed a shower to cool themselves down on a hot day in May.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Yes I am behind once again and it is now June, and I have some catching up to do, if I can.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-UHPm39OnUIc/T9__MIEF8nI/AAAAAAAABoM/iug1u330DyI/s1600-h/IMG_2622-copy8x129.jpg"><img style="display: inline" title="IMG_2622 " alt="IMG_2622 " src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-rkpB781uzaQ/T9__M5JIJ8I/AAAAAAAABoU/LFvxGL_NkPc/IMG_2622-copy8x12_thumb9.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I think he spotted me and he put on quite the show.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Mr. Cobb seemed to be in a very good mood and quite happy, and proud to be a new daddy. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I was surprised to see nine baby cygnets. That is a big family as they usually average seven to eight cygnets.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">He was happy to put on a show for me as I started shooting with my Canon. I took quite a few pictures that day, and this is just a few. I did focus mostly on him because he made it very difficult not too, with all his antics. </font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-2JN4f1kgGew/T9__Nn26aVI/AAAAAAAABoc/cvVk9On_GRc/s1600-h/IMG_2623-8x1214.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2623 " alt="IMG_2623 " src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-79C0bGPWTWY/T9__OP6hq5I/AAAAAAAABok/kiNoh-AATZg/IMG_2623-8x12_thumb11.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">He just went back and forth in front of me, and his family, and seemed to enjoy every moment, as did I.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-OKDA-CuM_Uw/T9__PMoVBKI/AAAAAAAABos/znQmfbNfquA/s1600-h/IMG_2628-copy8x1217.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2628 " alt="IMG_2628 " src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-yurO1Mp-lzA/T9__PvwEGmI/AAAAAAAABo0/wLepeYu5i_E/IMG_2628-copy8x12_thumb17.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Maybe he felt the need to distract me from his family. I don’t really know. I never seen anything like it. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I couldn’t help but laugh, and smile at such a sight.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-VWV9LzKisSc/T9__QqvovEI/AAAAAAAABo8/66cvRRfmDjU/s1600-h/IMG_2631-copy8x129.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2631 " alt="IMG_2631 " src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-nD06iNsNoi4/T9__RUx5SpI/AAAAAAAABpE/M40x_boNCAY/IMG_2631-copy8x12_thumb9.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Did you ever see such a sight?</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Just look at him and the expression on his face. :)</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-QxRr60vX_HA/T9__SIjUE4I/AAAAAAAABpQ/_5gOzyFiDDU/s1600-h/IMG_2641-copy8x129.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2641 " alt="IMG_2641 " src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-mE8e8qROUJQ/T9__S5Ykl7I/AAAAAAAABpY/CJXM3MyHcbE/IMG_2641-copy8x12_thumb9.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">He doesn’t look to graceful here but he sure was having a good time, and so was I.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-HiUktag9Nc8/T9__TrMuX0I/AAAAAAAABpg/mR3jCj2GeVA/s1600-h/IMG_2644-copy8x129.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2644 " alt="IMG_2644 " src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-PMhS9ALO2BI/T9__UEqvJII/AAAAAAAABpo/jbJFiMIqSiQ/IMG_2644-copy8x12_thumb9.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">For a moment it was as if he were posing for me.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I loved how the water just rolled off of him like beads of pearls.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-3nlsKicHWk8/T9__U7WBX1I/AAAAAAAABpw/ln5thv4hkOw/s1600-h/IMG_2664-copy8x1212.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2664" alt="IMG_2664 " src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-K5XGuGkqosI/T9__VkK20MI/AAAAAAAABp4/ZkTH6cmWwtI/IMG_2664-copy8x12_thumb12.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">It almost looks like Pen was giving him a look,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">as if to say, “Just what are you doing”?</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And the Cygnets just kept preening themselves.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-WCTVVPKDQ0c/T9__WeI7SgI/AAAAAAAABqA/wAhK1XCrlBw/s1600-h/IMG_2667-copy8x1212.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2667 " alt="IMG_2667" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-_ShNYJzfTiw/T9__W1uaRBI/AAAAAAAABqI/iqhFC0MbSgw/IMG_2667-copy8x12_thumb12.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Finally he heads for shore.</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-r8RfP0uKqoQ/T9__XyfD-JI/AAAAAAAABqM/wINEzLR8Qa0/s1600-h/IMG_2677_8x1223.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2677" alt="IMG_2677" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-5UO_tuJcQmE/T9__YksHbSI/AAAAAAAABqU/oyLXHceey-Q/IMG_2677_8x12_thumb20.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I couldn’t believe this pose! What a character!</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This one really made me laugh, and it is a wonder that I didn’t have camera shake . I have never seen anything like this. </font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-d2IhmfEcVpU/T9__ZrxIOYI/AAAAAAAABqg/yUc55LMlLB0/s1600-h/IMG_2692_8x1215.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2692" alt="IMG_2692" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ujKrDKdABto/T9__afzPRRI/AAAAAAAABqo/Edmch_0_fZg/IMG_2692_8x12_thumb12.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">It was like he was announcing to the world that he was the luckiest dad and mate in the world. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Mr. Cobb was the “Life Of The Bay” on this fine day.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I counted it an Honor to witness such a sight. </font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-vWdn8ujrtqM/T9__cc1m_wI/AAAAAAAABqw/JQlGbRHZTXA/s1600-h/IMG_2809_8x126.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_2809" alt="IMG_2809" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-tpAe2v5vKkQ/T9__czF8qjI/AAAAAAAABq4/Op4X39toG3E/IMG_2809_8x12_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="400"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Here is a picture of the family that was taken a short time later. I did take more photos and will share them on another day.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Hope you enjoyed this introduction to this beautiful swan family.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">You can click on each photo to get a bigger view if you would like.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Until next time… </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Love and Care</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne :) </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">All photos and writing by Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-33616872494070396452012-06-02T23:22:00.000-04:002012-06-02T23:28:06.199-04:00Spring Blossoms<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-fFuEj6bPFco/T8rZRRmMj0I/AAAAAAAABnI/pkjJYdmeqR0/s1600-h/IMG_1636%252520copy8X12%25255B16%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_1636 Apple Blossoms" alt="IMG_1636 Apple Blossoms" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-bVTZ2elcXgA/T8rZR8cnJVI/AAAAAAAABnQ/Jmp15guW96c/IMG_1636%252520copy8X12_thumb%25255B13%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"><u>Apple Blossoms Basking In The Sunlight</u></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"><u>On A Beautiful Spring Day</u></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">As I was driving home one day, I noticed a Beautiful Apple Tree in full bloom. Later in the day I went for a walk with my camera, and took a few photos of the tree.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"> Each branch seemed to wave gently in the breeze, and whispering softly pick me, pick me!!! It was hard to choose and some of the beautiful blossoms had to be content just being in the background. They to had a part to play, and the picture just wouldn’t be right without them doing their part.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I am sure there is a lesson we could all learn from this, but I will leave it to you, to decide, and if nothing else I hope you enjoy this picture of the pretty blossoms in bloom. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Written by Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-zjkSFKfJCBg/T8rZSD9OpjI/AAAAAAAABnY/g1hRyEiyNN0/s1600-h/IMG_1702%252520Apple%252520Blossum%252520Tree%25255B22%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: inline" title="IMG_1702 Apple Blossum Tree" alt="IMG_1702 Apple Blossum Tree" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-b5_-2olsKmQ/T8rZShxNn9I/AAAAAAAABng/uLzy7hnrRJY/IMG_1702%252520Apple%252520Blossum%252520Tree_thumb%25255B19%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="200" height="182"></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I hope you are all enjoying Spring. It won’t be long until Summer arrives. I have been out on my bike a few times and riding along the water front trail. I discovered something pretty special a couple of weeks ago, and managed to get a few pictures. I hope to share them with you in the near future. Seems I am always running behind, but still moving forward. Ha! </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Many of you remain in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you and remember He Loves You.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">oxox Dianne :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com30tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-50043091170320931052012-05-20T01:28:00.000-04:002012-05-20T01:41:08.578-04:00Simple But Beautiful In Her Own Way<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-gIXMZY7CFWU/T7iC_JmQBhI/AAAAAAAABm0/M2EsbLgGbp8/s1600-h/IMG_1584%252520Dandy1%25255B33%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="" border="0" alt="" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-EDW8AJiFU_g/T7iC_lCFH1I/AAAAAAAABm8/CSWqcCS5hCA/IMG_1584%252520Dandy1_thumb%25255B30%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="489"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Simple But Beautiful In Her Own Way</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">She’s not a Rose </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And not a Bleeding Heart.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">She is wild and beautiful,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">In her own way!</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">You can’t help but notice her. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">She’s hard to ignore.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">She smiles a vivid color,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Is strong and determined.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And is quite social with many friends.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">You will see them on lawns,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Fields, among other flowers, </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">and many other places.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">They dance and when they grow old,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">they will stand tall, and then quietly depart,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">You will see them blowing in the wind,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">or</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">floating away quietly.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">And soon they rise again,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">giving birth to their offspring.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Who will live, and learn to dance,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">and fly away again. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Life goes on.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Written by Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Hope to find you all well.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Love and Care</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-51108249265544365732012-05-06T08:28:00.000-04:002012-05-07T08:28:28.640-04:00Ruby-Throated Hummingbird- A First For Me :)<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-giK3WX1cmvI/T6c-ce8NksI/AAAAAAAABmA/bildg7ZKZhI/s1600-h/IMG_3674%252520Ruby%252520Throated%252520Hummingbird%25255B25%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_3674 Ruby Throated Hummingbird" alt="IMG_3674 Ruby Throated Hummingbird" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-WcynqVUrXLU/T6c-c6rVhEI/AAAAAAAABmI/uzstRFEVTjY/IMG_3674%252520Ruby%252520Throated%252520Hummingbird_thumb%25255B22%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Male Ruby Throated Humming Bird</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">This is my very first time ever attempting to capture a Humming Bird. I just put up my feeder last night, and at noon today I spotted a Humming Bird . I went and got my camera and waited for it to come back. They are so quick and I am so slow, Ha! But I got this shot with a 55-250mm Lens from my deck. Hats off to those of you who have captured and taken such great pictures of these little birds. Now I know how much of a challenge they are. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">The Ruby Throated Humming Bird is the only one that we usually see in Ontario, Canada, but they do say that every once in awhile another species will show up unexpected. Maybe they forgot to ask directions, Ha! I really don’t know too much about Humming Birds but will try and learn a few things about them. I was thrilled to see one of these beautiful tiny little birds in my back yard. Hopefully it will spread the word and bring some of his friends and family with him next time. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-bsH0CpvKpwc/T6c-drvgGtI/AAAAAAAABmQ/KDDw5w0Wj0o/s1600-h/IMG_3674%252520Hummer2%25255B19%25255D.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" title="IMG_3674 Hummer2" alt="IMG_3674 Hummer2" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-4dVRYH-R3gk/T6c-eM-t4XI/AAAAAAAABmY/wicT-7VDqP0/IMG_3674%252520Hummer2_thumb%25255B16%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">It was a beautiful hot sunny day here today and I stayed outside in my back yard for most of the day, just enjoying the great outdoors. </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I hope to find you all well and enjoying the weather , where ever you might be, and what ever season it is where you live. Right now we are enjoying Spring and before you know it summer will be upon us.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Take care and have a great week ahead.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Love and Care</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne :)</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne © dsphotocats</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-5915366439469902682012-04-29T22:23:00.000-04:002012-04-29T22:23:16.767-04:00His Eye Is On The Sparrow<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-W9RuBMd_4vk/T532EUuLDjI/AAAAAAAABlc/DQuccN9n7Hc/s1600-h/IMG_1296-House-Sparrow119.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1296 House Sparrow1" border="0" alt="IMG_1296 House Sparrow1" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Vz9CixxZQvY/T532EsTg9-I/AAAAAAAABlk/I3OYjObUS90/IMG_1296-House-Sparrow1_thumb16.jpg?imgmax=800" width="500" height="333"></a></p> <h3 align="center"> </h3> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"> Are not two sparrows sold for a copper coin? And not one of them falls to the ground apart from your Father's will. But the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Do not fear therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows." (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Matt.%2010.27-31"><font size="3">Matt. 10:27-31</font></a><font size="3">).</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">"Sparrow" is the name given to several different species of birds in the Bible -- they ate grain and insects and gathered in noisy flocks. Sparrows would often build their untidy nests in the eaves of houses, but were not driven away when they built their nests in the Temple (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Psa.%2084.3"><font size="3">Psa. 84:3</font></a><font size="3">). These insignificant little birds were such social creatures that a lone sparrow was the symbol of deep loneliness (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Psa.%20102.7"><font size="3">Psa. 102:7</font></a><font size="3">).</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">In the days of our Lord sparrows were sold for a very low price -- two of them for a copper coin (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Matt.%2010.29"><font size="3">Matt. 10:29</font></a><font size="3">). A copper coin, an <i>asarion</i>, was a very small Roman coin, was worth about 1/16 of a silver denarius, and was therefore worth less than a quarter in U.S. currency today. Those who were poor and could not afford to sacrifice a sheep or a goat might bring a sparrow to the Temple (cf. </font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Lev.%2014.1-7"><font size="3">Lev. 14:1-7</font></a><font size="3">).</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">So insignificant were these little birds that if you bought four sparrows the seller would throw in one more for free (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Luke%2012.4-7"><font size="3">Luke 12:4-7</font></a><font size="3">). It was this extra sparrow of which Jesus said, "and not one of them is forgotten before God." His care for His creation is so great that even this extra sparrow is noted and observed by God!</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">The point our Lord was making is this: if God is concerned about the tiny sparrow and notes its fate, how much greater must His concern be for man, who is immeasurably greater in value than the sparrow!</font> <h4 align="center"><font size="3">God's Eye Is On Things We Deem Insignificant</font></h4> <p align="center"><font size="3">Sometimes it seems that God is the only one who cares for sparrows. Cats and birds of prey like to hunt and eat them, and little boys have been known to torment them. Adults complain about how they multiply and consider them pests. Yet, Jesus said, "not one of them falls to the ground apart from your Father's will" (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Matt.%2010.29"><font size="3">Matt. 10:29</font></a><font size="3">). It is interesting that Jesus chose the most common of all birds to teach a profound truth: in God's eyes, no one is insignificant<u>!</u></font> <p align="center"><font size="3">God not only provides food for "the birds of the air," but He also "clothes the grass of the field" (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Matt.%206.25-34"><font size="3">Matt. 6:25-34</font></a><font size="3">). The "</font><a href="http://www.padfield.com/2004/lilies.html"><font size="3">lilies of the field</font></a><font size="3">" were the scarlet poppies -- they bloomed for only one day on the hillsides of Israel, and yet in their brief life they were clothed with a beauty which surpassed "Solomon in all his glory," and when they died they were "thrown into the oven."</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">In the days of our Lord ovens consisted of a clay box set on bricks over a fire. When it was desired to rapidly raise the temperature of it, some handfuls of dried grasses and wild flowers were thrown inside the oven and set alight. The flowers had but one day of life; and then they were set alight to help a woman to heat an oven when she was baking in a hurry; and yet God clothes them with a beauty which is beyond man's power to imitate. If God gives such beauty to a short-lived flower, how much more will he care for man?</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">Surely, the generosity, which is lavished upon a flower for one day, will not be forgetful of man, the crown of His creation.</font> <p align="center"> <h4 align="center"><font size="3">God Does Not Always Prevent Evil From Happening To Us</font></h4> <p align="center"><font size="3">Though God does provide care for the sparrows, the fact that "not one of them falls to the ground apart from your Father's will" (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Matt.%2010.29"><font size="3">Matt. 10:29</font></a><font size="3">) means that sometimes bad things can happen. Although He watches over the sparrows, this does not prevent them being hunted by predators. Although He watches over every one of us, this does not mean that our lives will be free from care.</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">God had placed a "hedge" around Job (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Job%201.8-11"><font size="3">Job 1:8-11</font></a><font size="3">), but allowed Satan to tempt Job (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Job%201.12"><font size="3">Job 1:12</font></a><font size="3">). In the midst of his trials he did not lose his trust in God (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Job%201.21"><font size="3">Job 1:21</font></a><font size="3">). In one of the most beautiful passages in the book of Job, we hear Job say of God, "Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him" (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Job%2013.15"><font size="3">Job 13:15</font></a><font size="3">).</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">We can be assured that with every temptation there will also be a way of escape. "No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it" (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/1%20Cor.%2010.13"><font size="3">1 Cor. 10:13</font></a><font size="3">). My brethren, there are no special cases! When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on!</font> <h4 align="center"><font size="3">God's Care Continues For Us</font></h4> <p align="center"><font size="3">We may not esteem the tiny sparrow, but Jesus used it to illustrate our heavenly Father's watchful care: "you are of more value than many sparrows" (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Matt.%2010.31"><font size="3">Matt. 10:31</font></a><font size="3">). If God is concerned about the tiny sparrow, how much greater must His concern be for man, who is immeasurably greater in value than the sparrow!</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">There is no place for worry in the life of a sparrow, and no attempt stockpile supplies for the future -- yet their lives go on. The point Jesus is making is not that the birds do not work; it has been said that no one works harder than a sparrow to make a living; the point He is making is that they do not worry. Sparrows do not strain to see into a future, which they cannot see, and do not seek to find security in the things they have accumulated for the future.</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">Worry is needless, useless and even injurious (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Matt.%206.25-32"><font size="3">Matt. 6:25-32</font></a><font size="3">). Worry, which wears out the mind also, wears out the body. Worry affects our judgment, lessons our powers of decision, and renders us progressively incapable of dealing with life. Worry is a manifestation of our lack of faith in God (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Matt.%206.30"><font size="3">Matt. 6:30</font></a><font size="3">). We need to learn to be content (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Phil.%204.4-13"><font size="3">Phil. 4:4-13</font></a><font size="3">).</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">In the midst of turbulent times Habakkuk said, "Though the fig tree may not blossom, nor fruit be on the vines; though the labor of the olive may fail, and the fields yield no food; though the flock be cut off from the fold, and there be no herd in the stalls -- Yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will joy in the God of my salvation" (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Hab.%203.17-18"><font size="3">Hab. 3:17-18</font></a><font size="3">).</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">God's continued care for us should bring contentment in our lives. "But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and clothing, with these we shall be content." (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/1%20Tim.%206.6-10"><font size="3">1 Tim. 6:6-10</font></a><font size="3">).</font> <h4 align="center"><font size="3">Conclusion</font></h4> <p align="center"><font size="3">In 1904, a songwriter, Mrs. Civilla Martin, went to visit a bedridden friend in Elmira, New York. Mrs. Martin asked the woman if she ever got discouraged because of her physical condition. Her friend quickly responded: "Mrs. Martin, how can I be discouraged when my heavenly Father watches over each little sparrow and I know He loves and cares for me?"</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">On her journey back home, Mrs. Martin completed the writing of her new text, which has since been a source of much encouragement to many of God's people:</font> <blockquote> <p align="center"><font size="3">Why should I feel discouraged, why should the shadows come, why should my heart be lonely and long for Heaven and home, when Jesus is my portion? My constant Friend is He: His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me...</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">"Let not your heart be troubled," His tender word I hear, and resting on His goodness, I lose my doubts and fears; though by the path He leadeth but one step I may see: His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me...</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">Whenever I am tempted, whenever clouds arise, when songs give place to sighing, when hope within me dies, I draw the closer to Him; from care He sets me free; His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me...</font></p></blockquote> <p align="center"><font size="3">God's care for us is immeasurable -- He allowed His only begotten Son to die in our stead (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/John%203.16"><font size="3">John 3:16</font></a><font size="3">). When we consider the "riches of His goodness, forbearance, and longsuffering" this ought to soften our heart, "knowing that the goodness of God leads you to repentance" (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Rom.%202.3-4"><font size="3">Rom. 2:3-4</font></a><font size="3">).</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">God's care for us will sustain us throughout life, for "we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose" (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Rom.%208.28"><font size="3">Rom. 8:28</font></a><font size="3">).</font> <p align="center"><font size="3">God's care for us extends beyond the grave and into that home of the soul, for those who "do His commandments" have the right to the tree of life, and "may enter in through the gates into the city" (</font><a href="http://biblia.com/bible/nkjv/Rev.%2022.14"><font size="3">Rev. 22:14</font></a><font size="3">). </font> <h3 align="right"><font size="1">His Eye Is On The Sparrow by David Padfield</font></h3> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-H1V_uv8tgPo/T532FbBvXSI/AAAAAAAABls/Alfdl4EwYsw/s1600-h/IMG_3146%252520Sparrow%2525202%25255B15%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_3146 Sparrow 2" border="0" alt="IMG_3146 Sparrow 2" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-wieQZjrqQSk/T532HBwTXSI/AAAAAAAABl0/KbCCYH3dbD8/IMG_3146%252520Sparrow%2525202_thumb%25255B12%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="500" height="333"></a> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><font size="3">I found this very encouraging and hope those of you who take the time to read it will be encourage also.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Hope all is well and you all have a great week ahead.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Love and Care </font></p> <p><font size="3">Dianne :)</font></p> <p> </p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-86357561722216001162012-04-22T12:55:00.000-04:002012-04-22T13:19:40.794-04:00Hanging Out At The Back Yard Cafe<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-cgGQWmpDYUg/T5Q8Npr3_FI/AAAAAAAABis/XJbjX2-sUbc/s1600-h/IMG_0506%252520copy1%25255B13%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0506" border="0" alt="IMG_0506 " src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-J_rIWVrn6Ng/T5Q8OOo07zI/AAAAAAAABi0/pl-JCxCUEzM/IMG_0506%252520copy1_thumb%25255B13%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Hey what’s for lunch?</font></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-QC5ErynGeKc/T5Q8PLjcMSI/AAAAAAAABi8/RtyW55e8Sa4/s1600-h/IMG_0559%252520copy%25255B9%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0559 " border="0" alt="IMG_0559 " src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-uMbMNqk-Oug/T5Q8PvMFfFI/AAAAAAAABjE/6uMTGzlS5eg/IMG_0559%252520copy_thumb%25255B9%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I was kinda hoping for some carrot stew</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-m3efWk0k-nE/T5Q8Qt3kB9I/AAAAAAAABjM/8FyQYooz_JE/s1600-h/IMG_0561%252520copy3%25255B10%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0561 " border="0" alt="IMG_0561 " src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-moH7y4iOfGA/T5Q8RBa6fqI/AAAAAAAABjU/Rm2Cx6rAJZU/IMG_0561%252520copy3_thumb%25255B10%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Oops, I think I am on Candid Camera</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-P4aMt63e2aE/T5Q8SL2lTDI/AAAAAAAABjc/AXB94QOlXdg/s1600-h/IMG_0364%252520copy1%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0364 " border="0" alt="IMG_0364 " src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-RkIO2fJ-XqI/T5Q8SgzVwII/AAAAAAAABjk/NLyJzMkyrAw/IMG_0364%252520copy1_thumb%25255B8%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I don’t know why they make these tables so small</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-1fvgNnu57AU/T5Q8TSWlluI/AAAAAAAABjs/2BTbSwT8WCw/s1600-h/IMG_0011%252520copy8x12%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0011 " border="0" alt="IMG_0011 " src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-8aHxq7VKsEo/T5Q8T_y06GI/AAAAAAAABj0/n7PqfztKJuw/IMG_0011%252520copy8x12_thumb%25255B8%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">No one told me it was standing room only</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">But the food is pretty darn good.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Think I will come back for seconds.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-OESFKHW-knw/T5Q8UTs9h3I/AAAAAAAABj8/2fTDD633TWo/s1600-h/IMG_1121%252520copy8x12%25255B6%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_1121 " border="0" alt="IMG_1121 " src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-5BdAtbIccS0/T5Q8U0sKJEI/AAAAAAAABkE/d4trAjZoB5o/IMG_1121%252520copy8x12_thumb%25255B6%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I didn’t know they had a Bouncer at this Café.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">What do you mean I have to wait?</font></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ggaEyp7lP80/T5Q8VP9LUgI/AAAAAAAABkM/lR2a9_8geTo/s1600-h/IMG_2734%252520copy%252520copy5x7%25255B14%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2734 " border="0" alt="IMG_2734 " src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-y5zJMzUqg0M/T5Q8VpBnLdI/AAAAAAAABkU/JW1S5kDfZa8/IMG_2734%252520copy%252520copy5x7_thumb%25255B11%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Hey mom, don’t forget my take-out order</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-O4ksy-Zpa24/T5Q8WrFLkcI/AAAAAAAABkc/D1me_tZtAkg/s1600-h/IMG_0669%252520copy8x12%25255B16%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0669 " border="0" alt="IMG_0669 " src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-1yBvzvv6d1U/T5Q8XV6QpfI/AAAAAAAABkk/7OYBtbmxSFM/IMG_0669%252520copy8x12_thumb%25255B16%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a><font size="3"></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Think I will check out the menu</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Seems kinda nuts around here today.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-LClYLL0O5dI/T5Q9oG7CN8I/AAAAAAAABks/d3iaH68x1P0/s1600-h/IMG_0582Thankyou%252520for%252520our%252520food.%25255B19%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0582Thankyou for our food." border="0" alt="IMG_0582Thankyou for our food." src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-vgxFyA8aSyk/T5Q9otTxRLI/AAAAAAAABk0/7qx2y5QEufY/IMG_0582Thankyou%252520for%252520our%252520food._thumb%25255B16%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dear Lord… Thank you for our food,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">that you have provided for us,</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">and Jesse who scares away that mean old puddy cat.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJuR5SjIWKckAB588jIi5uq-Mrh8D54ZDtY9ES0tm9vw481sUwmbwaMsrs30LUqVX5FC9N0Y16rhatarLXx-V6ifCgrxfZkmh8TDirqxDB8z86q2o_WzwZhUMw0tQrRHx46mqgCd-amoc/s1600-h/IMG_0564-copy26.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-right-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; border-top-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; border-left-width: 0px; margin-right: auto; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_0564 copy2" border="0" alt="IMG_0564 copy2" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-1KGq5oeiqlc/T5Q9p3_bNvI/AAAAAAAABlE/OBTvYZCfSpw/IMG_0564-copy2_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="550" height="367"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I told you we should have made reservations</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">The End on this episode, and I hope you enjoyed some of what I saw and heard at my Backyard Cafe on a Beautiful warm, sunny afternoon while sitting on my back deck.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">All writing's and photographs by Dianne © dsphotocats </font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font> </p> <p align="center"><font size="3">I hope to find you all well and having a wonderful Spring.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">For those of you who wonder about my mom, she is home once again , and we appreciate your prayers for her as she continues to battle Chronic Kidney Disease.</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Love and Care</font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Dianne :)</font></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-AeVm5eAURD4/T5Q9qgjGuUI/AAAAAAAABlM/DE2fE9vjZVk/s1600-h/IMG_2189%252520-%252520Jesse-%2525208x12%25255B15%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="IMG_2189 - Jesse" border="0" alt="IMG_2189 - Jesse" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Vajvj56MLhQ/T5Q9q1PX8WI/AAAAAAAABlU/SZlbLMTir3k/IMG_2189%252520-%252520Jesse-%2525208x12_thumb%25255B12%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="240" height="160"></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">My Watchdog, Jesse</font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com26tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3991662855451904508.post-65489743973008663982012-04-08T12:38:00.000-04:002012-04-08T12:48:27.680-04:00How Can We Know The Way?<p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-YsAJRkta5bo/T4G-Petd-0I/AAAAAAAABig/r_hg0VFMPvo/s1600-h/DSCF2895%252520John3%252520-16%252520bg%252520copy%25255B12%25255D.jpg"><img style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; display: inline; float: left; border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px" title="DSCF2895 John3 -16 " border="0" alt="DSCF2895 John3 -16 " align="left" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-r4W9NZtOgjI/T4G-P_pZEfI/AAAAAAAABik/dVdF2bcaX7Q/DSCF2895%252520John3%252520-16%252520bg%252520copy_thumb%25255B9%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" height="244"></a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><font size="3">Jesus’s disciples felt confused when he talked about going away. “You know the way to the place where I am going,” He told them. Thomas voiced the question burning in all their minds: “Lord we don’t know where you’re going. So how can we know the way? Jesus’s answer was simple and direct: I am the way, the truth and the life. No one goes to the Father except through me.”</font></p> <p><font size="3">It may be popular to claim that many paths lead to God, but that contradicts what the Bible teaches. Jesus taught that access to God can only come through placing our faith in His sacrificial death and resurrection. The way is clear and open to everyone, blocked only by a person’s unwillingness to believe. There is no alternate route. People who denounce the gospel as narrow minded miss the wonder that God provided a way for us to come to Him at all.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Jesus is more than the path to salvation and eternal life: He shows us the way to live a life of true meaning and purpose. Nurturing our relationship with Him and following the directions in God’s Word are the only way to travel. We may be temped to let our life be guided by sources that seem more exciting, but we’ll only end up feeling confused.</font></p> <p><font size="3">Jesus answered him, “I am the way, the truth and the life. No one goes to the Father except through me.” John 14:6</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3"></font> </p> <p><font size="3">I want to wish you all a Happy Easter as we celebrate the Life, the death and Resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ , The Son of Almighty God.</font></p> <p><font size="3">For God so loved the world that He gave His Only Begotten Son that who so ever believes in Him shall not perish but have Ever Lasting Life. John 3:16. </font></p> <p> </p> <p><font size="3">Love and Care</font></p> <p><font size="3">Dianne :)</font></p> <p><font size="3"></font></p> Dianne ... Walking In His Gracehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17279593333691829380noreply@blogger.com15