Friday, August 5, 2011

Rain Drops


While parts of the country are still experiencing drought, 
we have had some stormy, cool weather.  
This has been a welcome reprieve after the heat and humidity of the last month.
It's funny, I yearn for summer,
but when it gets too hot and sticky....well, I whine about it.
Yep, call me fickle ~ I'll own up to it!

Here's the start of one of our stormy days.


A dramatic morning sky, and then peaceful reflections. 
Next, came the rain.


Rain drops were everywhere, 
like jewels in the foliage!






Deadly Nightshade along the water's edge.


And finally.... a dragonfly impression.



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38 comments:

  1. jocoAugust 4, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    Good morning Anna,
    The Belladonna images show that, as in sculpture and flower arranging, empty places are important to a satisfying composition. That really struck me here today in your refreshing series.

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  2. SaraAugust 4, 2011 at 7:28 AM

    Wonderful sunrise Anna, the reflection, colours and mist are just gorgeous.
    Great dew drops!! Especially the first one.

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  3. Lisa GordonAugust 4, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Anna, these photographs are so beautiful, especially the Nightshade.
    I am fickle too! Too cold, I whine, too hot, I whine. Just no pleasing us is there?? :-)

    Have a beautiful weekend my friend!

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  4. Rosie GreyAugust 4, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    What a fantastic collection of photos! I love them all! As to the weather - I'm always whining that's it's too cold... and our summer was indeed too wet and cold, so now I'm waiting for a nice fall ;-)

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  5. Ms. BeckyAugust 4, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    oh count me in with the fickle business. I'm reveling in these less-humid days and enjoying the sunshine. cooler nights too - yay! but August is blessing us with her bounty and we're surrounded by lovely here in Wisconsin, which you've captured to share. thank you. my eyes are wide open.

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  6. ~KristinaAugust 4, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    I love the mood in the first image.
    I hope your day is wonderful!

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  7. JamieAugust 4, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    I usually love storms (as long as I can stay inside and dry) but if they all looked this beautiful I'd love them even if they meant getting wet.

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  8. TanyaAugust 4, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    You have a way of making everything so beautiful and wonderful. Happy weekend!

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  9. S. EtoleAugust 4, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    What soft colors in this series. It's been unusually hot here, too.

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  10. christinaAugust 4, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    So very beautiful!
    xo

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  11. One PhotoAugust 4, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    The first photo is so lovely Anna, the light, composition and with that hint of mist rising from the water. Beautiful. I also love the first rain drops on grass shot, perfect macro!

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  12. ReenaAugust 4, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    the photos are wonderful, cool and refreshing!

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  13. MarcieAugust 5, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    Oh..how I love summer rain. So soft..so warm..so inviting. Gorgeous images!!

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  14. TeresaAugust 5, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    Such beautiful work, lovely shots . . . .

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  15. urban muserAugust 5, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    ah, i am fickle like you when it comes to the weather! beautiful images here anna.

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  16. Kim, USAAugust 5, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Same here we have few rains and the temperature didn't go up to 80F anymore. But it's a comfortable temperature so no whining for that matter ^_^ Happy weekend!

    Sunset reflection

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  17. Maia TAugust 5, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    These are very beautiful photos, all of them.
    I love your raindrop macros with reflections, nice work!

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  18. FallingladiesAugust 5, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    totally beautiful photos! and I believe it's completely OK to whine about the humidity!!!
    -Andrea

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  19. Magical Mystical TeacherAugust 5, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Even the nightshade looks alluring!


    SKY OF WONDER

    Sky of wonder, sky of bliss,
    Who would think a sky like this
    Would permit my eyes to see
    Sun and moon and stars for free?

    © 2011 by Magical Mystical Teacher

    Desert Hills Sky

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  20. HopeAugust 5, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    very lovely

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  21. LindaAugust 5, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Gorgeous photos!!!!!!

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  22. Cafe PasadenaAugust 5, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Gorgeous, oh that's been said already. I mean very beautiful fotos!

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  23. ELKAugust 5, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    sigh .. just bathing in this beauty today ..

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  24. Ann, Chen Jie Xue 陈洁雪August 5, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    Deadly Nightshade looks like potato flower, are they related.

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  25. Light and VoicesAugust 6, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    Looking at your blog made my heart sing.
    Joyce M

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  26. LinneaAugust 6, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    Such heavenly scenes you have captured here!

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  27. letrecivetteAugust 6, 2011 at 3:45 AM

    Dear Anna ciao!
    The rain is magic by your images..You are so elegant everytime and I love this !
    Bravissima!!!
    Happy WE!Monica

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  28. RoanAugust 6, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    Such a serene post. I can almost hear the rain falling on the roof. Those purple flowers are gorgeous.

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  29. KateAugust 6, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    How was i not following your blog before! You take gorgeous photos! Love your blog as well!!!


    In our sea of love

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  30. Rosie GanAugust 6, 2011 at 9:55 AM

    A lovely sequence to tell us a story, and great, vivid shots!
    Rosie

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  31. Esme SyAugust 6, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Wonderful photos.

    My entry.

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  32. JOAugust 6, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    awesome macro shots!

    ~ Jo's Precious Thoughts ~

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  33. CherylAugust 6, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    The raindrops are lovely. Delicate nightshade.

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  34. Sarah KnightAugust 7, 2011 at 2:52 AM

    Lovely shots!

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  35. HopeAugust 7, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    came back to view these ever so peaceful captures again.. its like taking a deep breath.. much comfort to ones soul for sure.. I hope you have a lovely day..

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  36. genieAugust 7, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Your raindrop macros this week are awesome...I am amazed at the beauty of the entire series. What fine photography. I loved each and every one of your shots. Kudos!

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  37. AnonymousAugust 8, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    Lovely series of nature images. The raindrops do look like sparkling jewels!

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  38. Tatjana ParkachevaAugust 11, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    Very nice photos.

    Regards!

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