How I Won the Affection of My Neighbor’s Cat

She ran away whenever I got too close

When Love Blossoms

Love is often found after hard life lessons.

Purple Pen Shell

A bit of Sanibel Island beach bling.

The Daily Color Challenge

Exploring the Intersection of Writing and Photography.

Orange Bottle Brush Tree

A colorful indicator of a healthy ecosystem.

Life Lessons from an Osprey

How osprey catch fish and how it relates to overcoming life challenges.

Southwest Florida Sea Grapes

A true Florida experience, now endangered by rising temperatures.

This Chick is Hungry

A baby sandhill crane waits patiently for mom to find dinner.

A Rare Inkberry Bush

Sanibel Island is home to a threatened species of plant.

Tiger Lily Trail

A visual meditation.

A gentle breeze blows cool, carrying the scents of flowers and damp earth.