I was talking with a friend yesterday who asked how I was doing. You know… just the usual small talk.
She commented, “I’ll bet you wish you were back in Florida with your friend in the warmth.”
And yes – I do wish I was back there, especially with my dear friend. And especially because our high temperatures have barely reached double digits for the past two weeks let alone get above freezing….
Yet, as I explained to my friend, if it weren’t for these bone-chilling temps, I’m not sure I would appreciate the warmth of Spring and Summer or trips to Florida as much….
I truly love the beauty of the four distinct seasons we are fortunate to experience in my part of the world – life here in Mars. It always amazes me that our yard can look so differently in the different seasons, and the snow and ice I tromp through in the Winter to get to the mailbox is the same yard I lay in and walk through in bare feet in the Summer and pile leaves on in Autumn and watch life burst through in Spring.
And though the temperature was a mere 9 degrees F yesterday, the sky was a deep azure blue and the sun was shining so brightly and reflecting on the snow that I needed sunglasses.
It was melting the icicles on the back of our house, and they were glistening and sparkling like bright diamond shards against the clear sky. And the crystal droplets created a beautiful sheet of frozen iridescent ice bubbles on the deck beneath.
Through the lens of my camera, there is so much beauty to be found.
Thanks for the reminder, Lori, and your continued support and friendship. 🙂
Cheers & Hugs,
Jodi
PS My top photo is another entry for the WordPress Daily Post Weekly Photo Challenge Rule of Thirds with Bokeh
You take some amazingly beautiful photos Jodie. We have four seasons in one day in Melbourne, but they are all within a day. Keep warm.
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Thanks Jenny – 4 in a day???!! Wow!
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Yes, I agree beautiful pictures, outstanding! Apparently, there are 4 distinct seasons where I live to but most of us just call October through April Winter 🙂
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Thanks Mandi. Do you like Winter?
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It’s okay as long as we get some nice days every now and then or a nice week. But last year we had Winter Sept-June and that was way too much. I think I prefer Fall the best, when we have fall.
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Fall is beautiful – always always too short 🙂
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That first photo is stunning, what a great moment to have captured!
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Thanks for the visit and comment Laura!
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Beautiful photos Jodi! I especially love the drops of water. Amazing! We have had a cold front move in about 3-4 days ago and it has been cold! I got spoiled over that 60-65 deg weather for about a week and a half. Have a wonderful day! ((Hugs))
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Thanks PJ! The cold makes you appreciate those 60-65 degree days more! 🙂
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Yes, they do! I am looking forward to spring. 🙂 Until then, I dream…
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Beautiful photos! And I couldn’t agree more about the fours seasons. We are so lucky to live in such a stunningly beautiful city in what I consider to be one of the most picturesque states in the union.
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It is a beautiful place to live, Sylvia 🙂 Especially through the eyes of our cameras. Enjoy this “heat wave” today – it is 23 degrees! I think I will take a walk.
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Very true, Ms. Jodi. We appreciate the different aspects of each season, too. The only thing is that I wish spring would last a little longer.
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I hear you Albert. Seems Spring always flies by fast. Hey – loved your singing today 🙂
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Thank you! 😀
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So true, something to appreciate in every season. And what gorgeous images to bring it all into focus for us. Woo!
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Beautiful images Jodi,
I love both images, especially the second one with the bubbles. I also love the four seasons. It is nice to be able to go snowshoeing this winter.
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Jodi, that icicle photo is one of my favorites of yours. You are really improving your photography skills with that great new camera of yours.
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Awh! Thanks Barbara – and I hope I look back at this a year from now with much improvement! (and maybe a newer camera! 🙂 LOL!
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Jodi, those are stunning photographs. Truly beautiful! I look forward to your posts announcing gallery shows and photography awards. More nature photography. Encore, encore!
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Wow! Thanks Jo! I don’t know about gallery shows and awards – but a girl can dream I suppose! How about you? You should be doing a gallery show! I would come!
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Really? I’m honored Jodi. Now, I especially look forward to a show. It’s been a while. No plans for gallery work while I’ve been concentrating on my record project.
Do keep dreaming! But more importantly, keep photographing. You obviously have an eye for it and skill. Your water pictures are now permanently decorating my interior. Thank you.
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Thank you for the sweet compliment and kind encouragement! You have become a valued friend 🙂
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Friend, isn’t that one of the sweetest words? Thank YOU, my friend. X
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Ever since our first dance – remember?! LOL!
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How could I forget such a memorable evening? : )
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Great thoughts and its something I keep telling myself to when I get the urge to move South. I would miss the changing seasons!
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🙂 That right JR!
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Beautiful pictures Jodi! The water drops have been captured attractively.
I also prefer living in a city where I can experience all the four seasons.
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Thanks Ruchi! What city do you live in?
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I live in Seattle.
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a beautiful city!
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Yes it is! Have you been here? The trees have started giving signs of an early spring this year. Looking forward to it 🙂
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Only once – but LOVED it! Nothing like Pike Place ANYwhere! 🙂
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Absolutely beautiful! As a native Floridian I really do think we get jaded about the constant warm weather. When my husband and I visited snowy Colorado, I loved the change of weather. I really do think it makes you appreciate warm weather so much more. And honestly, I wish we had the beauty of fall and winter down here. It’s something I’ve always wanted to experience.
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Thanks for visiting and your comment Nicole! There is so much to love about Florida too! 🙂
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The ice bubbles are fairy tale like:) Stunning capture, Jodi!
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Thanks I thought they were so cool. The drips froze immediately.
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