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Finding Joy in Everyday Wonders

Captures from Finland, Nature, Photography

Once again as I sit in my living room and watch the sun light up the leaves, casting a warm golden hue upon them, it brings immense joy to look at these short moments of beauty that give me joy. Not much is needed, if you take the time to see the little wonders that happen around you, like the gentle rustle of the leaves in the breeze or the light causing the background to appear like colorful balls dancing in the air. These simple experiences are treasures, offering moments wonder into our everyday lives, reminding us to cherish each fleeting moment.

A intricately woven twig ball and surrounded by vibrant green leaves, catching the sunlight with a lovely bokeh in the background.

The Beauty of Everyday Life

Captures from Finland, Photography

I have been kind of uninspired for the longest time; I haven’t really been taking hardly any photos, and that is, of course, compared to how I used to capture every moment with enthusiasm and creativity. I was sitting at home, looking out at the plant that grows and climbs outside my living room windows, watching the evening turn blue, painted softly by the setting sun—a small thing, but it does give me joy.

Cozy interior ? with a warm ambiance with a view of a lush garden.

Each day, I notice how this plant seems to stretch and twist toward the light and anything to cling to, a reminder of life’s quiet persistence. I also watch the season change here; soon, the leaves will be turning yellow, brightening the landscape with their warm hues, and with that change, the atmosphere will be totally different. The crispness in the air will usher in familiar scents of nature, inviting me to step outside and embrace the beauty around me once again. I’ve realized that sometimes, it’s these simple yet profound moments that can spark inspiration anew, urging me to pick up my camera and see the world through a different lens.

Cozy corner with a view of greenery through the window.

For Bushboy’s Last on the Card, Aug, 2025 and Monday window

Enjoying September weather

Captures from Finland, Photography

September has been rather rainy, but today we have blue skies and lovely comfortable temperatures . I am enjoying my backyard and the sunshine

Share what you are doing right now

Photography

Share what you are doing right now, take a photo and post it. No edits, no tidying up to make better photo.Let’s keep it real. This is what I am doing now, editing photos. What about you?

AS most of us are in self quarantine due to corona virus. This is what behind my windows. First is from my office and the second is a view from my living room the other place I spend lots of time.

How to survive November ~12

Interiors, Photography, Still life

Monday, what can you say about November Monday? Not much. Inspiration where are you…. then there is always candles. candle light (36 of 36).jpg

How to survive November ~11

Interiors, Photography, Still life

Sunday was one more bleak day. Since we got home early this morning, we slept late. The joys of not having small children. Then we decorated. A new wallpaper did wonders to this room. I don’t know if I am trendy or not, but it is new and different. Our cats enjoy the flowers I bought

Autumn Vibes~31

Interiors, Photography, Still life

The season for candles.

June – street view

Cities, Photography, Travel

Nicé _ unkept (1 of 3) Nicé _ unkept (2 of 3) Nicé _ unkept (3 of 3)

June – colorful doorways

Cities, Photography, Travel

Villefranche sur Mer

The Barnacle

Cities, Interiors, Photography, Travel

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The Barnacle-18

Weekly Photo Challenge: Inside

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View from my summer-home kitchen and stairway

Weekly Photo Challenge: Inside

Sunday Stills, the next challenge: Things we take for granted

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I for one take for granted that I have a bed to sleep in,and a roof over my head.

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Weekly photo challenge – inside

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I had trouble deciding what kind of pictures I would like to add to this. Here are two different approaches to it. The first picture are taken in valley of the Kings in Cyprus
Spread over a vast area, these impressive underground tombs date back to the 4th century BC. They are carved out of solid rock while some are decorated with Doric pillars. High officials rather than Kings were buried here, but the magnificence of the tombs gave the locality its name.