in the Rockies, Spring is a veritable roller-coaster ride of weather. Winter is not ready to loosen its grip with its late season snow, while Spring is fighting for authority. In these unpredictable conditions, blooming tulips abound. Wild species tulips in countless varieties along with their more well-known hybridized brethren brighten the landscape. Needless to […]
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Along my flower photography journey, there have been many new discoveries – especially in early spring. So like the Dwarf Iris – which have been such a pleasant surprise, the discovery of Pasque Flowers has been a delight. Another brave little flower that endures the unpredictable spring elements. It’s another trooper for sure! Some History
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Nick-naming them Spring’s Little Soldiers coming across these little Dwarf Iris opened up a whole new world of flower discovery. Initially I had no idea what they were, let alone that they made their appearance in early spring. Crocus generally seem to be some of the first flowers to bloom in early spring. But these little
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After the Heavy Wet March Snow… After the heavy wet March snow permeates the soil with moisture, Crocus flowers spring to life. Often these determined little flowers are poking right through the snow after a spring storm. They seem unfazed by the cold wet elements! Coming in colors that vary from white, yellow and different
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In a candid photo moment provided by nature, I call this: “Seal Steals the Show”. I came across this image quite some time ago and it still makes me smile. The cute little seal poking its head into the photo among the penguins is priceless!! Talk about “mugging the camera” or a “photo-bomb”! I did
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