"So when you spot violence, or bigotry, or intolerance or fear or just garden-variety misogyny, hatred or ignorance, just look it in the eye and think, 'The good outnumber you, and we always will.'" ~ Patton Oswalt

“Courage is more exhilarating than fear and in the long run it is easier. We do not have to become heroes overnight. Just one step at a time.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt

So many Rabbits around at the moment. Here is a young one that got a bit close this evening

Dandelion

Lens: Tamron 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 Di III-A VC VXD on a Fujifilm X-T30

"The Sound of Rain", Scotland (2024).

From an early morning scout down on a loch shore, I initially went to see what these small ponds would look like facing in the complete other direction. When I approached on foot, I came over a small crest and was suddenly presented with gorgeous glowing light, the sound of soft rain on the water's surface, a perfectly framed mountain, and a fragment of ancient woodland.

This cardinal shows up in my yard regularly. He's had a run in with something, and his crest/head show signs of trauma. But he's looked this way since at least September of 24, and he still sings like Pavarotti... even if he looks like Sid Vicious.

We interrupt your regular program for a photo of the current situation on Vancouver Island where the moss has taken over the trails and trees. Feel free to close your eyes and imagine that you are walking barefoot on cushiony moss.

#SilentSunday

“When adversity strikes, you have two choices: Let the adversity define, destroy, or strengthen you. Your reaction is what will determine your destiny.” ~ Serena Williams

ピンクの梅の花
少しずつ暖かくなって春の足音が日増しに大きくなってきました♪

The image shows a piece of wood or a stick floating on water. The surface of the water reflects the intricate branches of trees, creating an intricate pattern. The overall mood is calm and natural.

#CalmWaters #BranchInWater #NaturalPatterns #ReflectiveShot #WinterTrees #NatureReflection #StillnessInNature #OutdoorBeauty #PeacefulMoment #NaturePhotography

This is my new home. Follow me for photos of wildlife and nature on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, where I live. I share my passion for nature photography and conservation through my photo tours and workshops held all year round on Vancouver Island. #VancouverIslandWildlife
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#photography #wildlife #nature #WildlifePhotography #NaturePhotography #VancouverIsland #BritishColumbia #Canada

“Where justice is denied, where poverty is enforced, where ignorance prevails, and where any one class is made to feel that society is an organized conspiracy to oppress, rob and degrade them, neither persons nor property will be safe.” ~ Frederick Douglass

切り株にとまるジョビ子さん♪

It turns out that my camera can record FHD (full high definition) video in slow motion. So here's a short clip of... what else?... bluebirds. #birds #birding #birdwatching #birdphotography #wildlife #wildlifephotography #photography #nature #naturephotography #HoosierMast #bluebirds #video

シロハラさん♪

ルリビタキさんこんにちは♪
今年初めて出会いました(´∀｀*)