I took this photo several years ago – this is an exquisite example of Charleston, SC architecture. I love the lines (on the windows, columns, ceiling, detail work on trim, windows, shadows) and the shadows from the palm trees. Stunning in every way. This is one of the many grand homes of Charleston. What a treat it is to walk and snap photos.

Pumpkins/gourds – such a cool indication of fall, cool weather, cider, Halloween, and everything crisp and wonderful. I took this photo years ago on Monhegan Island (Maine) – fresh pumpkins lined the road. A quintessential fall photo! It hit me, WHY do we do this? Good answer…

Love the cool boat fender’s color against the dark color of the water. Sunlight just added a little something special. Charleston, SC is a special place to take photos. I could take photos literally all day long. When you’re out walking look for the unexpected – it seems like unexpected images, images that tug at your heartstrings or images that tell a story are the biggest draw. Some are just gorgeous (flowers, for example). #solookfortheunexpected

Pictured are two cool people I have known all my life – they’re the best of the best, truly. How fortunate I am to have met them all those years ago! #blessed

We walk past a cool yucca plant each day. I don’t really notice it until it blooms and then *WOW*! I’ve taken several photos, morning, evening – but the golden light hitting on this particular occasion made it even more special. I love being on the lookout for plants other than the norm. It makes a walk more meditative, which is nice.

I took this photo the other day at a design place we were at. They have all kinds of neat things, they also have plants, and outdoor items beautifully displayed. I would love to see this in our backyard somewhere, isn’t it fabulous? It helps filter out the strong sun to keep it a little cooler on those hot days.

This is our sweet beast. Some of his antics are hilarious (I’m sure you can relate with a pet of your own) – He gets a special treat every once in a while and it’s his absolute favorite. Afterwards, he gets in between his two beds (he likes them stacked up) and roots. This is the result. Ear flipped, eyebrows going every which way. He is incredibly happy.

A friend has a koi pond with water lilies and it is spectacular! We fed the fish for a few days (fishsitting) and each day I would snap a photo of the blooms, they were ever-changing! Just imagine this scene, the vibrant green of the lily pad, the beautiful lavender of the bloom and the bright orange koi swimming around happily. #asitetobehold