Circling Friday

Copyright AJ Horton

Hello on Friday.  My little duck friend in the middle - we'll call him Friday - may be getting sleepy as the other two continue to circle him. Hahaha.    This photo was taken from our neighbors' dock one evening and these guys seemed friendly.  Maybe they were expecting food.  Maybe they just liked our good looks.  Whatever the reason, they gave us a good show and no one actually went to sleep.    Although, if they had stayed long enough and continued to mesmerize me with their circling, I might have nodded off.  But, soon they were off in search of a Friday adventure and we were grateful to them for sharing some time with us.

I hope you had a fulfilling Friday.  I hope that whatever adventure awaits you tonight is memorable,  Thank you for looking.  See you tomorrow.

Flying by Thursday

Copyright AJ Horton

Happy Thursday.  Today I have a seagull for you.  There was a time I only saw seagulls at or near the beach.  This is not the case anymore.  This flighty bird was digitally captured in a parking lot far from the sea.  Apparently they will fly anywhere for food.  I can understand.  I work for food too.
And I have been known to travel far distances for the same.  I guess this bird and I are a lot alike; except that the only place I can actually fly is in my mind.

I hope you had an exceptional Thursday!  Thank you for looking.  See you tomorrow.

What?? Wednesday?? Seriously???

Copyright 2015 AJ Horton

Hello on Wednesday.  Wednesday?  Are you sure?  My cardinal friend here seems to be wondering why it's Wednesday.  He looks a little upset.  I want to say to him, "Don't fret, my friend, just a couple more days until the weekend".  And, "Don't worry, I will refill your food soon".  Hmmmm.  Now I wonder if he's more upset about needing more food than he is about it being Wednesday?  Nah, it's the Wednesday thing.  Ha

Speaking of Wednesday. I hope you had a wonderful one.  Don't worry, the weekend will be here soon.  Thank you for looking.  See you tomorrow.

Tuesday Falls

Copyright AJ Horton

Hello on Tuesday.  It's summertime, and it's hot!  And, when it's summertime, and hot, one's mind wanders to the cooler days of fall.  In the fall, we go to the mountains and go waterfall hunting.  This particular waterfall was near Asheville, North Carolina.  We're also a little cooler when we go waterfall hunting, although hiking to the falls does heat us up.  If you go waterfall hunting,  remember to wear comfortable shoes and carry water.  Oh, and also remember your camera!

I hope you had a terrific Tuesday.  Thank you for looking.  See you tomorrow.

Monday's Respite

Copyright AJ Horton

Hello on Monday.  Today I thought I'd show you a respite spot we found along the Little River in North Carolina.  We put in at a spot directly off of Hwy 24/27.  It's a walk down a rocky and sometimes steep pathway to the put in, but, as you can see, it's worth it!  I saw so many lovely views during that kayaking adventure.  I have seen what I call "shelves" and "rest areas" before, however, this area is different,  This one has a beautiful gold color of the shelf surrounded by mud, grass, and maybe a couple of fallen trees adding to the ambiance of the scene.   On this Monday, I dream of being back here, enjoying the "rest area", the calm, and the beauty.

How about you?  Where would you like your place of respite to be?  Do you enjoy the outside, as I do, or is your respite from a place indoors?

I hope you had a mellow Monday.  Thank you for looking.  See you tomorrow.

Hay Sunday

Copyright 2015 AJ Horton

 Hello on Sunday.  Or, should I say Hay, Sunday!  I was driving home from a store today and saw this and, after going home and putting away my groceries, I drove back with my trusty camera and, well, you know the rest.  I put this photo in black and white because it reminds me when I was young and I thought times were simpler.  They probably weren't for the adults, but as a kid I felt that way.

Speaking of hay,  it is that time of year for a hay harvest.  According to MotherEarthNews.com, hay is "basically dried vegetation".  An acquaintance of mine says you can basically grow and harvest hay twice a year.  For farmers that depend on hay for their livestock, that can be crucial; for farmers that depend on hay for their livelihood, it can also be crucial - and profitable.

So, "hay" on Sunday.  I hope you had a superior Sunday.  I thank you for looking.  See you tomorrow.

Serenity Saturday

Copyright 2015 AJ Horton

Hello Saturday.  Today I have another photo from Stumpy Pond for you.  To me, it's just such a serene place and I love being there.  My head feels clearer and less jumbled;  I can think better; or I can not think at all.  I can just .... be.  And sometimes, sitting still and just absorbing the atmosphere is the best thing ever!

I hope you had a super Saturday.  Thank you for looking  See you tomorrow.