SixwordSaturday – Ritva Sillanmäki Photography

Lingonberries the Nutrient-rich “Nordic superberry”

Captures from Finland, Nature, Photography

I photographed these yesterday as they grow in my yard! If you don’t know about them, lingonberries are packed with vitamins C and E, tons of dietary fiber, and some awesome antioxidants. Plus, they keep pretty well because they have natural benzoic acid, so I can smash them up and they’ll stay fresh for ages without needing sugar or freezing. To be honest, I usually don’t bother doing that since they’re not my favorite, and there aren’t enough of them to make it worthwhile.

nature in September-26 — Lingonberries from my yard

Bright red lingonberries nestle among green foliage and copper-toned autumn leaves. Edited version.

Participating in Debbies Six Word Saturday

“Wouldn’t say boo to a goose”

animals

Goose by pond on green grass — This bird is a Greylag Goose

Debbies Six Word Saturday

Solitary duck swimming in pond — A lone goose peacefully swims through a calm, green-hued way waters surrounded by lush grass.

Young Photographer, Lilacs Through the Lens

Photography

A young boy in a red plaid shirt and black cap takes photos of blooming white lilacs with a DSLR camera.

Linked to Six Word Saturday at Debbie’s here

If you are ever feeling lost

Flowers, Traveling Crete

…or with out perspective. Change your focus.

Marleme Beach -24-2 — A weathered wooden sign with the word ‘LOST’ stands amidst tall grasses and wildflowers against a muted background.

Participating in SixWordSaturday.

Marleme Beach -53-2 — A close-up of a field of purple flowers with a blurred ‘LOST’ sign in the background, creating a contrast between nature and an intriguing message.

Move on, move on, move on

animals, Photography, Traveling Crete

After a week in Crete, I am back For Debbie’s Six Word Saturday.

Something we don’t see that much, or at all in Finland.

It’s crumbling down this old barn

Photography

Linked to Six Word Saturday at Debbie’s here

Trimming Trees Under a Bright Sky

Photography

For Debbie’s Six Word Saturday

A person stands on a rock, pruning a bare tree in a garden on a sunny day. The surroundings include green shrubs and a wooden fence. — A man is trimming a tree in his backyard, under the bright blue sky, surrounded by all the greenery around him.

Shaping Trees Beneath a Radiant Sky

Bush Lily, Natal Lily, Fire Lily

Flowers

It has several common names in English, including:

Kaffir Lily, Clivia Lily, St. John’s Lily

The plant shown in the image is known by the scientific name Clivia miniata.

Vibrant orange blooms of the Clivia miniata, commonly known as Bush Lily or Natal Lily, surrounded by lush green leaves.

Clivia miniata, commonly known as Bush Lily, showcasing its vibrant orange trumpet-shaped blooms.

This plant is a perennial flowering plant native to Southern Africa and is a popular, long-lived houseplant known for its bright orange, trumpet-shaped blooms. I photographed it in southern Australia

Participating in Six Word Saturday

Chocolate namelaka, pear sorbet, & crushed pistachio

iPhone photography, Still life

Chocolate namelaka, pear sorbet, and crushed pistachio, and keeping with my weeks theme in Lens-Artists, three different crops.

A beautifully plated dessert featuring Chocolate namelaka, pear sorbet, and crushed pistachio garnished with edible flowers.

Decadent dessert featuring chocolate namelaka, pear sorbet, and crushed pistachio, garnished with edible flowers.

A decadent dessert featuring chocolate namelaka, topped with vibrant purple flowers and crushed pistachios, served alongside a refreshing pear sorbet.

Post participation in Debbies Six Word Sunday

In silent whispers, love takes form

Captures from Finland, Short Stories and Poems

Icicles sparkle in a gentle sway,
Suspended like wishes in winter’s display.
A sturdy branch cradles, steadfast and wise,
Over a frozen lake that mirrors the skies.
Nature’s hold, both chilly and kind,
In hushed murmurs, affection unwinds. Icicles draping from a limb above a shimmering ice lake, embracing the essence of winter’s charm.

For Six word Saturday

Icicles hanging from a branch over a reflective ice lake, capturing the beauty of winter.

Art is a meditative relaxation experience.

Photography

A collection of vibrant watercolor paintings showcasing abstract designs and expressive faces.

For Debbies Six Word Saturday

Quick peek into a art gallery

Captures from Finland, Photography

Participating in

Six Word Saturday

and, time keeps on ticking away

Captures from Finland, Still life

Time keeps on ticking away, the fleeting nature of moments, as each second slips through our fingers like grains of sand, urging us to cherish our experiences and make the most of every day. We often find ourselves caught in the rhythm of our routines, yet it is vital to pause, to appreciate our surroundings. Or is the better way to say it; watch time go by, taking the moments that matter into our hearts, creating memories that linger long after the clock has moved on? Or how about Time is fleeting.

Wristwatches on display , which one do you prefer to watch time go by.

I seemed to have more than six words to share, but the title is spot on for Six Word Saturday

city street through rain-soaked car window

Captures from Finland

Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but inside the car it’s so delightful; let it rain, let it rain. (No, really, please stop.)

A colorful night scene of a busy city street with rain-soaked car windows, illuminated by red and green lights.

#Six Word Saturday

Last night we got some snow

Captures from Finland

Last night we got some wet snow; it is still on the ground, but I don’t know for how long. The naturally monochrome images from in front of the house, nor the last one from the back, are not edited, something I usually don’t publish, the difference between the shots is pretty noticeable, and they were taken just minutes apart while it was still snowing.

Debbie’s Six Word Saturday.

Snowy night scene, and the fresh snowfall.

A snowy night scene illuminated by a street lamp, capturing the coming winter as snowfall blankets the ground.

A winter night and lit tree covered in snow

walkers on Grey and rainy day

Captures from Finland, Photography

A rainy urban scene with pedestrians walking along a textured stone pavement, with a backdrop of modern buildings and a cloudy sky.

For Weekly Prompts Color Challenge. and For Debbie’s Six Word Saturday.

Grandson’s Joyful Moments enjoying the Blueberries

Captures from Finland, Photography

In the midst of the lush greenery, the vibrant red cap pops out, drawing the eye like a beacon against the backdrop of woods greens. This is a joint post for Six-Word Saturday 7.19.25 and #SimplyRed19 . Hopefully it is just enough red.

My grandson with a red cap enjoying blueberries in lush greenery and trees at Porkkala

if not this, what’s a sign

Captures from Finland, Flowers

…of Autumn.

Asteria’s bloom in the lowlight of September reveals a tapestry of rich colors, as the leaves turn from vibrant greens to warm hues of amber and crimson, creating a stunning backdrop that enhances the beauty of these delicate flowers. Each blossom, whispering stories of the changing season. As the days grow shorter and the sun dips lower on the horizon, Asteria stands resilient, thriving in the embrace of autumn’s charm, while the world around it prepares for the stillness of winter.