November 29, 2016 (334/366)
“Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength...There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature -- the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter.” - Rachel Carson
November 28, 2016 (333/366)
“You have to find what sparks a light in you so that you in your own way can illuminate the world.” - Oprah Winfrey
Each year at this time, I start to think about a focus for future photography/blog projects. Do I continue a Project 365 or do I simply post photos and musings when I have something interesting to share? Surely quality is better than quantity, but I do learn something from even the most rudimentary shots. Do I insist on posting a photo that I took today or do I designate a photo that fits the date, a theme, my mood, etc. -- whether it was taken today or not? Somedays the inspiration and the vision just don't sync. Do I experiment with color themes or continue series like the French Fridays? After all, I will have lots of new pictures when I return from my trip to Paris in a few months! There are so many considerations. In 2015, I started with a grand plan that only lasted through January. This year, I gave myself the freedom to break my own rules, but I still posted something everyday.
In searching for possible photos for this black and white November, I revisited several of my favorite travel photos that were never featured in my Project 365. Maybe next year, I should feature an occasional "Where in the World?" post. Any guesses where this picture was taken?
November 27, 2016 (332/366)
I'm walking Piper and in my head, I'm singing a Van Morrison medley: "In the misty morning fog..." / "...into the mystic..."
November 26, 2016 (331/366)
"There are always flowers for those who want to see them." - Henri Matisse
November 25, 2016 (330/366)
"Christmas waves a magic wand over the world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful." - Norman Vincent Peale. The halls are decked chez Larson-Horne -- more colored photos in December.
November 24, 2016 (339/366)
"For each new morning with its light, for rest and shelter of the night, for health and food, for love and friends, for everything Thy goodness sends." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. Happy Thanksgiving!