Here he is enjoying a summer day. Not a care in the world. Just catching some sun flat out on his back.
Friday, February 29, 2008
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Girl Talk
Girlfriends just taking a break from the crowds of kids.
G is dressed as Super Dog and S is dressed as Motorcycle Mama.
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Grand Canyon of Yellowstone River
The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, formed by water and scoured by glaciers, is 20 miles long, up to 1,200 feet deep and 1,500-4,000 feet wide. But it's not the canyon's statistics that impress, it's the sight of it. Two waterfalls, one above the other, cascade into the golden-walled Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, their clear water forming an aquamarine ribbon winding far below. 2005Splash of color
These pretty flower clusters grow along the trail up to Inspiration Point. The trail is one of the most popular hikes in Grand Teton. The trail can be reached on foot or by shuttle boat which departs from the marina located near Jenny Lake Visitor Center. The trail to Inspiration Point climbs 420 feet over one mile. On the way to Inspiration Point you can also visit Hidden Falls, a beautiful 80-foot high waterfall. along the trail to Inspiration Point. 2005Teton Barn
I took this photograph not knowing that it's reputation is well known. It just looked like a great photo opportunity to me.
Jackson Hole, Wyoming 2005
Yosemite Falls: Upper and Lower 2004
Yosemite Falls provides one of the most spectacular views in Yosemite National Park. Together, the Upper and Lower Falls plunge 2425 feet to the Valley floor, the tallest waterfall in North America. Yosemite Falls is at its most magnificent in spring when the winter snow melt is at its height.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Canal Life
Which way did the manatee go?
The Blue Heron landed for a bit on the neighbor's dock. The bird wasn't in any hurry and hung out for a while. I was able to photograph it without it being frightened.
Besides Blue Herons, there are dolphins, pelicans, and other birds that frequent the canal. Even a manatee stopped by and played in the water with my cousin and her friend. Maybe she will let me post that picture!
Hudson, FL
Oct 2007
Sunday, February 24, 2008
View from above
Alaska 2002Photo taken from The White Pass train while going over a tressel (Yukon to Skagway)
Trusted Handshake
Assignment 1: Sierra was very patient as long as she was receiving treats (Feb 24 08)
Friday, February 22, 2008
The Lone Cypress
Pebble, Beach, California―17 Mile Drive is comprised of approx. 20 landmarks. The Lone Cypress Tree you'll see along the drive is around 250 years old and represents the Pebble Beach Company, owner of Pebble Beach golf courses and many properties in this wealthy region of the Monterey Bay.
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872, it is America's first national park. Located in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho, it is home to a large variety of wildlife including grizzly bears, wolves, bison, and elk. Preserved within Yellowstone National Park are Old Faithful and a collection of the world's most extraordinary geysers and hot springs, and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Angel Fall
Yosemite National Park
The geology of the Yosemite area is characterized by granitic rocks and remnants of older rock. About 10 million years ago, the Sierra Nevada was uplifted and then tilted to form its relatively gentle western slopes and the more dramatic eastern slopes. The uplift increased the steepness of stream and river beds, resulting in formation of deep, narrow canyons. About 1 million years ago, snow and ice accumulated, forming glaciers at the higher alpine meadows that moved down the river valleys. Ice thickness in Yosemite Valley may have reached 4,000 feet (1200 m) during the early glacial episode. The downslope movement of the ice masses cut and sculpted the U-shaped valley.
Glacier Blue
A glacier is a large, slow moving river of ice, formed from compacted layers of snow, that slowly deforms and flows in response to gravity. Glacier ice is the largest reservoir of fresh water on Earth, and second only to oceans as the largest reservoir of total water. Glaciers cover vast areas of polar regions but are restricted to the highest mountains in the tropics. Elsewhere in the solar system, the vast polar ice caps of Mars rival those of the Earth.
photo by BD, 2002
Waves
A WaveI sat on the beach and a beautiful wave
Came tumbling right up to me.
It threw some pink shells on the sand at my feet,
Then hurried straight back out to sea.
It ran away swiftly and leaped up in foam;
It bumped other waves in its glee.
I think it was hurrying to gather more shells,
To bring as a present for me.
Gussie Osborne
Sea Lions Here to Stay
Pier 39's Celebrities
The sea lions of Pier 39 are famous throughout the world, and locals and tourists alike look forward to their arrival every winter. At Pier 39's K-Dock, you can see hundreds of sea lions haul out, sleep, sing, and feast on herring.
The sea lions of Pier 39 are famous throughout the world, and locals and tourists alike look forward to their arrival every winter. At Pier 39's K-Dock, you can see hundreds of sea lions haul out, sleep, sing, and feast on herring.
Sunset at 17 Mile Drive
Sunrise, Sunset
Sitting out here
Over looking the ocean
Watching the waves
As they crash upon the shore.
Wishing I could hear
that beautiful sound more.
The sunset provides
All the beautiful colors
Shining down
On the deep blue sea.
They combined so peacefully
As the bright colors fade away.
And dawn turns to dusk
Stars slowly emerge from the sky
And shine brightly
Upon you and I.
The moon provides
It's radiant light
Glowing beautifully
In the night.
Soon the darkest
Is overcome
By the sun once again.
And the deep dark sky develops into day
As the stars and moon diminish
As you start to see the sunray.
Laura
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