I believe I could easily go back in time to a much simpler lifestyle. I find such peace within after traveling the dirt roads here in the National Forest. We live in such a fast paced world today that often times I find myself not even seeing or taking in a small percentage of the nature that surrounds us. It isn’t until days like today that I am reminded and amazed at the simple beauty of the world we live in. We could not have asked for a nicer day…lots of sunshine, no humidity and mid 70’s
This afternoon we were treated to watching Bald Eagles snacking on a tasty morsel on the roadside. First we only saw one, and then suddenly a pair appeared. Sadly, only one of the many pictures that I took even came close to being worthy of publishing.
I have been somewhat disappointed to see the absence of birds around here, so today was very special .
A few days ago we sat along the canal in hopes of seeing wildlife. I can see that it is almost a necessity to get out onto the springs in a canoe or kayak in order to really see the show. An otter was playing a short distance off shore but it was too bashful and fast for me to catch any photo’s. We got a peek at a Manatee from a distance but it, too, just isn’t the same.
A lonely egret, however, was not the least bit concerned about our presence
I am really enjoying the camera I purchased last winter and it is offering quite a challenge in learning all it has to offer.
Before returning to the campground we swung into the nearby fruit stand and bought over 11 pounds of Honeybell oranges for a song. All I can say is WOW …they are incredibly juicy and sweet. We also had heard about a family that sells citrus in the area and stopped in there to scope it out. What a slice of heaven their operation is ! It looks as though they have possibly 5 acres lined with grapefruit, orange, tangerine and lemon trees. Lots of free-range chickens and a pet emu. Mr. Robinson gave us a sampling of kumquats and a few lemons. I guess I will have to search Allrecipes.com or the Food Network for a recipe to use them. Sorry, I was so interested in talking with him that I completely forgot to take any pictures, however we will be going back again so I can hopefully snap a few at that time.
I am not real sure how I started this blog about birds and ended with kumquats, but that is the way life is these days. Good and very laid back!!!
Thanks for checking in with us and have a great week
Nice bird photos! I, too, could easily live that simple life... Actually, our life in our very modest motorhome is fancier than the way we lived before hitting the road... go figure....
ReplyDeleteSharon, I am so content living in a small space I guess where I am limited to "treasures". You and Bill have lived a life that I always dreamed of but never found a help mate with the same interests...Oh well, somethings I guess are maybe meant to be just a dream!
DeleteGreat photos of the birds and we are also experiencing similar weather that Michigan and Ontario are wishing they were getting. I am hoping I'm wrong but it looks like we could be cooling down for next weekend.
ReplyDeleteIn answer as to how you subject changed on you just look at everyday life. Do you get up and do the same thing all day every day. Neither do we and that is why you went from talking about birds then Kumquats. Be Safe and Enjoy!
It's about time.
I guess that I am so relaxed from the lack of structure...and I say....whats wrong with talking about first birds and then Kumquats...anyway...Ha!
DeleteStructure? What structure. Just love it! Your bird photos are really great.
DeleteHey Nan, I think the word structure should be banned from our vocabulary as soon as we dance the senior citizen waltz. I am glad to see you are enjoying Arizona. Isn't it wonderful to finally take deep breaths and relax after all the trials you and John waded through?
DeleteExcellent pictures! You are doing very well with that camera. I love the National Forests too and their campgrounds. They are so unspoiled and lend themselves to a very laid back lifestyle. I find that the longer I stay, the more they grow on me and I feel as though I could stay forever. They also seem to have fewer gun toting beer drinkers than the state forests which are also lovely but the campgrounds though often free are concerning. At least for me.
ReplyDeleteHi Sherry, I cannot agree more with your thinking. Although we have not encountered too many of the gun toting beer drinkers I guess...maybe the handicap sticker on our vehicle deflates their ego
DeleteGlad you love your camera. I have been doing a lot in the HDR function. Try it out, you'll be amazed at the beautiful quality of photos you will get. We can't wait to retire and travel...Miss you at church, Spring
ReplyDeleteSpring, I am all for retirement and travel....Several folks here from Michigan...actually the camp hosts here are from Grand Rapids...small world huh? We have really enjoyed this place.
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