The Daily Pic - Look Up

I took this picture on September 22, 2011 in Melbourne, Florida.  I really liked the vertical perspective.  Leave a comment and let me know what you think!  :)

The Daily Pic - Picnic Table

A regular, old, picnic table seen through the lens of a camera becomes a work of art.

The Daily Pic - Stones

Stones....cool, relaxing, beautiful.

This picture was taken September 20, 2011 in Melbourne, FL

The Daily Pic - A Family of Snails

I recently had quite the snail infestation....eating holes in all of my plants.  As obnoxious as they are, I couldn't help but take a few pictures.  :)

The Daily Pic - Muhly Grass

Question for you....do you take your camera with you when you go garage saleing?  You should...you never know when you'll spot something photo worthy.  For example, this past weekend, when I saw the most beautiful ornamental grass.  I bought a baking dish but I also got permission to take some pictures of their yard.  It's called Muhly Grass.  I had never seen or heard of it before, but I'm definitely a fan!

The Daily Pic - Monarch Butterfly

I took this picture right outside of my apartment.  A gorgeous Monarch Butterfly....enjoying the sweet nectar of the beautiful Lantana.

The Daily Pic - Cycads

Here are a couple pictures of one of the many Cycad plants in my yard.  Enjoy :)

The Daily Pic - Moss Roses

Moss Roses - I love these bright, cheerful flowers, whose blooms open every morning to the sun and close up every evening...waiting to open again the next day.

Here I go getting artistic....  :)

The Daily Pic - A Yellow Rose

A yellow rose bud.
Simple.
Beautiful.

The Daily Pic - Mexican Petunia

Here are a few pictures I took of a Mexican Petunia.  I love this flower.  It's beautiful, it's strong, it's hardy and it's difficult to kill...but at the same time, it's delicate, it's blooms sometimes only lasting for 1 day.  Kind of like some people.  Resilient when necessary but still sensitive on the inside.

The Daily Pic - Mystery Succulent

I bought this small, mystery, succulent at a garage sale last year...I have no idea what it is.  However, 1 year later, and I now have at least 20 new plants growing.  It's unusual looking and I like it.  If you have any idea what it is, please leave a comment and let me know!

The Daily Pic - An Unknown Wasp

This wasp looking thing, outside my door...

...is it a wasp or is it something else all together?

Thank you waspy creature for indulging my desire to photograph you.

The Daily Pic - A Walk After the Rain

Here in Central Florida we have about one more month before the "rainy" season is over.  For some reason, the end of a shower or thunderstorm inevitably seems to draw me outside with my camera.  Here are a few pictures that were taken on such a day.

Peering through the leaves of a Bird of Paradise plant.

Raindrops on Orchids.  I love these flowers!

I feel so blessed to live in a place where they bloom year round!

A Maple tree, the leaves of which, are heavy with rain drops.

The delicate shoots of Coleus in bloom.

Reflection in a puddle.

On this particular afternoon, Roman joined me for my walk.

I love how the rain makes everything green again!

Sometimes life is hard...we should take a lesson from this little plant.

Thrive - whatever your circumstances...

even if you find yourself between a rock and a hard place

...or in this instance a brick.

And last, but certainly not least...my favorite picture from this particular day.  Raindrops on a fern.  Why do I like it so much?

I'm not sure, I just know that I do.

Round Robin Photo Challenge: Shades of Grey

A close up picture of a metal sculpture.

Around Town - The Tiki Bar on Lake Minneola

On July 30, 2011, I visited the Tiki Bar on Lake Minneola in Clermont, Florida, with a friend of mine.  Good food, good company and gorgeous views!

Tiki torches line the path.

A popular gathering spot for locals.

No tiki bar would be complete without island decor.

The view from my barstool.

We had a fantastic time and if you are ever in the area on a bright, sunny day, I suggest you stop by!

You can find more info on their website at: http://www.lakeminneola.com/

The Daily Pic - One Nation, Under God

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. And to the republic, for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

Another picture, taken out my driver's side window, while stuck in rush hour traffic.