Ok, I’ve tried photographing this frickin feather all day. I think it’s a lot like trying to photograph food…leave it to the experts. But here’s my best shot. Not happy that I can’t bring out more of the detail…but photographing is all about the good and the not so good, right?
But anywho, this feather is important. Why? It showed up at my front door. I think Mr. Silent Wisdom and his sidekick Silent Flight dropped it off to say goodbye as I head back to my NYC! It’s been a wonderful visit in the desert. The early morning meditation/photography walks in the desert will be sorely missed. Recently I read an article about how healthy it is to spend time in nature every day as it can reduce blood pressure, anxiety, stress levels and boost immunity. I couldn’t agree more…there’s no better way to begin the day. The stillness of the morning, the various shades of yellow gold drizzled across the desert floor just before sunrise, listening to the ooAAH-cooo-coo-coo of the mourning dove and the whistles and clucks of the gambel quail. Just heavenly…peaceful…magical.
Goodbye desert…until we meet again in January!
P.S. And it really is a dry heat! I’ll take them any day over the hot humid ones!
I think thou dost protest too much…comes to mind when I look at that feather, Robin. I can’t imagine it looking any better than that! What a parting gift, for all of us!
Travel mercies as you head back to your favorite city. I know you will hold your desert dearly in your heart and soul until the next time. Thank you.
I love it and you. Safe travels Frissy. Take good care and I’ll see you in January! MORE!!!
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I love this post, Robin, both for the image and your description of the desert. Your feather is perfect! I too adore the dry landscape for the very reasons you so poetically described. As for being in nature everyday… AMEN is all I can say!
Sounds like heaven! Just a beautiful place!
I could picture it perfectly! And the feather—that’s just beautiful both the shot and for what it symbolizes. Thanks for sharing!
Nicely done on the picture and the description of desert!!! I think it is perfect! xoxox
This is a wonderful picture and don’t you dare to say anything else. I know what you mean by not wanting to leave the peace and quiet. I ran for miles and miles through the polders, over the last years. I missed it so much. Running is not meant to be anymore, so now I take the bike. For miles and miles I go out on Sunday mornings and I am gone at least for two hours. It IS good for the mind and the body.
Have safe travels back. Keep the memory alive by looking at your pictures.
Thank you so much for your comments!
I too had to quit running after a couple half marathons and a full one…too much pressure on the knees. But love, love, love cycling!!
I had to look up the word “polder!” Ha!
Good morning in New York City! Thank you for visiting me on Reflections and Nature so I can also pop in to visit you!
I like your mug shot in front of the window with the different angles and the colour!
Feathers are difficult to photograph, but this one is really pretty, especially the soft, downy bits on the lower right!
I’m also reading Susannah Conway’s book at the moment!
Have a lovely day! Sandra
this photo…is stunning.
Everyone: THANK YOU! THANK YOU!!
beautifully done!