Me in Macro

Day 73, originally uploaded by rhmom42.

This gloomy day has me longing for summer. I miss summer dinners of burgers on the grill, Jersey fresh corn, tomatoes grown in my garden and ice cream for dessert. We’re having burgers on the grill tonight, but it just won’t be the same.

Day 72, originally uploaded by rhmom42.

I’m taking a break from my ark building to post today’s photo. You’ll notice that it’s yet another photo of our dog Max. This is because it is raining so hard here that there is no way I’m taking my camera anywhere near the outside. Our back yard is now a lake and the hot tub platform is now underwater. I really hope the deluge stops soon!

Day 71, originally uploaded by rhmom42.

What a damp and dreary day! I was wondering what to photograph when I saw the reflection of the tree branches in this puddle. This photo just shouts “March!” to me. March is not among my favorite months with it’s dampness, clouds and rain. But I know it’s a necessary evil to reach the beauty of April and May.

Day 70, originally uploaded by rhmom42.

With all this beautiful weather we’ve been having, I can’t help but think that things are looking up!

Day 69, originally uploaded by rhmom42.

I did it. I couldn’t wait any longer. I know I may be jumpng the gun, but I just can’t help myself. Today, I broke out the SPRING SHOES. They make me smile. Surely, ladybugs and flowers can’t be too far away if they are on my shoes!

Day 68, originally uploaded by rhmom42.

At the barn today, while looking for a subject for today’s photo, I spotted this wooden birdhouse. Someone put a little plastic bird in the hole. I loved the whimsy of this cute little bird in the prettiest blue, sitting in the real bird’s birdhouse!

Day 67, originally uploaded by rhmom42.

I’m waiting. Waiting for spring. Waiting for color to be back in the world. Waiting for warmth. Waiting for fragrance. Waiting for the blooms of this french lilac to burst!

Day 66, originally uploaded by rhmom42.

Finally! Finally, we’re seeing signs that spring is approaching. As I was walking through my yard, I saw this crocus peeking from under some leaves. It’s new today and it made me so happy! Welcome Crocus! Feel free to invite your friends to stop by!

In a side note, my sister showed me this blog entry after I was lamenting the fact that I’m frustrated with the lack of color these days. I thought it was interesting for all of us Project365ers out there. There really is hope for some color soon! Thanks Stacy!

Today’s model is Lily. I felt bad because I just submitted a photo of her brother, Elvis, to a photo challenge and didn’t want to play favorites, so I decided to let Lily model for me. As you can see, Lily is a Diva of the Highest Degree. She didn’t feel like posing for this lowly amateur photographer. As revenge, I am posting not only the only decent shot from her photo shoot, but also the photo of her very dapper and cooperative brother. Take that Lily!

Day 64, originally uploaded by rhmom42.

Just look at these peach trees turning red and getting ready to bud. I can’t wait to sink my teeth into a fresh Jersey peach! Hurry up summer!