91/366 - Along the Way

Lazy River

Enjoying a short road trip that took me along the Umpqua River for a big part of the day.   

(Taken with the iPhone 6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/950 ~ ISO25)

Down by the River

The best part of a road trip is being able to pull over and enjoy the scenery!

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140mm lens

f11 ~ 18mm ~ 1/250 ~ ISO200)

90/366 - Spring Fever

 Tangled Wisteria

Every year I am amazed at the wonderful wisteria that blooms in our small town's Target parking lot. 

(Taken with the iPhone 6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/1700 ~ ISO25)

Glamour Dog

Relaxing in the sun is one of this decorative Glamour Dog's most favorite activities! 

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140mm lens

f4.5~ 38mm ~ 1/2500 ~ ISO200)

89/366 - Long and Winding Road

 Morning Drive

 There is something about a sunny morning and Humboldt County that demands a drive to nowhere.

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/1150 ~ ISO25)

Winding Road

This morning's exploration brought me to the farmlands of Kneeland.

(Taken with the Nikon d7200 ~ 18-140mm

f10 ~ 52mm ~ 1/320 ~ ISO200)

88/366 - Yard Work

 A Cup of Fragrance

Fresh cut lilacs, a such a lovely smell!

(Taken with the D7200 ~ 35mm lens

f3.2 ~ 35mm ~ 1/2000 ~ ISO200)

Almost Ready

After a year of pretty freaky weather, our rhododendron bushes are starting to believe it really is Spring. 

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/60 ~ ISO32)

87/366-Easter 2016

 Easter  2016

Easter Service is even more beautiful when it is heard in a forest of redwood trees. 

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140mm lens

f5.6 ~ 24mm ~ 1/160 ~ 200ISO)

Unicorn Garden

What a beautiful day for fun in the garden. 

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/3000 ~ ISO25)

86/366 - Misty Afternoon

 Misty Cherry Blossom Afternoon

After a few sunny days, the mist has moved in making everything gray with a beautiful sheen. 

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140mm

f5.6 ~ 140mm ~ 1/250 ~ ISO200)

Backyard Blooms

The color is slowly spreading through out the backyard, helping to make the misty days more bearable.

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/60 ~ ISO25) 

85/366-Lovely Spring Morning

 Western Trillium

Such beautiful flowers that bloom against the floor of the redwood forest.

(Taken with iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/15 ~ ISO80)

Spring in the Country

Spring blooms on a beautiful morning.

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140mm Lens

f8 ~ 18mm ~ 1/500 ~ ISO200)

84/366 - Hippity Hoppity

 Hippity Hoppity

Easter's on it's way! Fun with Easter props :-) 

(Taken with the D7200 ~ 18-140mm lens

f4.5 ~ 42mm ~ 1/400 ~ ISO200)

Rainy Morning Calla

The wild Calla Lilies are in full bloom just in time for Easter!

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/600 ~ ISO25)

83/366 - Yellow

 Color on a Cloudy Afternoon

Fun yellow flowers brightening up an overcast afternoon.

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/1500 ~ ISO25)

Yellow Folds

A Day Lily waits patiently for the sun to draw its petals open.

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140 lens

f5 ~ 40mm ~ 1/1000 ~ ISO200)

62/366 Best Buds

 Spring Bud

Drenching rains and afternoon sun is doing wonders for our fuschia!

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140mm lens

f8 ~ 140mm~ 1/200 ~ ISO200)

Best Buds

So many spring flower buds, so little time!

(Taken with iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/30 ~ ISO25)

81/366 - A Rainy Day Break

A Break in the Storm

When I saw the sun break through the stormy skies this afternoon I decided it was a great excuse for a short drive in the country. 

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140lens

f14 ~ 116mm ~ 1/200 ~ ISO200)

Nothing to See Here Human

Unless you have food,  move along!

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/1700 ~ ISO25)

80/366 Peace

 Island thru the Trees

A peaceful respite from everyday worries can always be found where the ocean meets the trees

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140mm lens

f13 ~ 18mm ~ 1/250 ~ ISO200)
 

Peaceful

A peaceful stroll through the treeline along the ocean is always a wonderful way to clear my mind.

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/2200 ~ ISO25)

79/366 - Springtime Portraits

Springtime Fancy

Arty would like a Spring full of walkies and trips to the beach!

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/160 ~ ISO25)

Happy Spring!

Jakey is hoping for a Spring filled with sunshine and snuggles! 

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 35mm lens

f6.3 ~ 35mm ~ 1/320 ~ ISO200)

78/366 - Flower Friday

 

 Misty Morning

A dewy morning in Humboldt County today.

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140mm lens

f5.6 ~ 140mm ~ 1/125 ~ ISO200)

Jazzy Jasmine

The sweet fragrance of Jasmine is starting to fill the backyard. Yay Spring!!

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/120 ~ ISO32)

77/366 - A Bit O'Green

 An Irish Celebration

Although he may not be Irish, Arty is helping his Irish minion celebrate Saint Patrick's Day! 

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140mm lens

f4 ~ 32mm ~ 1/60 ~ ISO200)

Ready to Bloom

Surrounded by green,  our purple lilac buds are ready burst!

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/900 ~ ISO25)

76/366 - Coastal Comfort

 Sound Waves

It doesn't matter if it is Kauai or Trinidad, the sound of waves is just as relaxing. 

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/1600 ~ ISO25)

Coastal Comfort

Nothing like enjoying the coast on a beautiful spring day!

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 - 18-140mm lens

f13 ~ 40mm ~ 1/320 ~ ISO200)

75/366 - Just for Fun

 Sunny Day

A candid shot of our local landmark, the World's Tallest Totem Pole! 

(Taken with my iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~1/3600 ~ ISO25)

Aloha

My Incredible Dog....who is patient enough to dress up and pose pretty...

If the payment is right ;-).

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 18-140mm Lens

f4.2 ~ 35mm ~ 1/80 ~ ISO200)

74/366 - Traveling Home

Through the City

Thanks to the magic that is Pacific Northwest rains, the last leg of our flight home was cancelled and we were treated to a ride through the city and up the 101 back to Humboldt County.

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/2200 ~ ISO25)

Green, Green Grass of Home

 Lots of rain really brightened the greenery (and filled the rivers) while we were away.

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140mm lens

f6.3 ~ 85mm ~ 1/1000 ~ ISO200)

73/366 - All Good Things....

....must sadly come to an end

 Lasting Beauty

Kauai was such a beautiful island! Its natural beauty will always stand out the most to me.

 (Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/540 ~ ISO25)

Remember Fondly

It was a lovely vacation....

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 ~ 18-140lens

f4.2 ~ 38mm ~ 1/60 ~ ISO200)

72/366 - Around the Island

 Rolling Waves

There is  little that can be  more relaxing to me then watching the waves roll in.

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/3800 ~ ISO25)

Nawiliwili Harbor Lighthouse

We went for an adventure this morning in search of a lighthouse and were pleasantly surprised by the scenery we found surrounding this little gem. 

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 - 18-140lens

 f11 ~ 35mm ~ 1/580 ~ ISO200)

Thanks for the nice comments on our vacation photos!

 We are traveling home tomorrow and I'll most likely be posting a double day on Monday!

71/366 Na'pali Coast Scenery

Well, just south of Na'pali, anyway....

 Napali Coast Scenery

I never knew there were so many shades of green until visiting Kauai's north coast...

(Taken with the Nikon D3200 - 18-200mm lens

f13 ~ 18mm ~ 1/320 ~ ISO200)

Coral Laden Beach

The surf has been brutal during our stay here in Kauai. This has led to no water sporting for us along with broken coral on the  reefs near shore.  

(Taken with the iPhone6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/950 ~ ISO25)

70/366 - Taking in the Scenery

 Canyon Beginnings

During our ride around the island today this scenic overlook gave us a view of what looks to be the beginning of Waimea Canyon. So much beauty, so little time. 

(Taken with the iPhone 6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/2500 ~ ISO25)

End of the Road

We took a ride around the island  today. 

Well as far as the road would take us....

(Taken with the Nikon D7200, 18-140mm lens

f13 ~ 24mm ~ 1/250 ~ ISO200)

69/366 - Lighthouse and Waterfall

 Surprise,  I found Kilauea Lighthouse!

A wonderful little lighthouse looking over the Pacific Ocean. Have I mentioned how much I love lighthouses??!

(Taken with the Nikon D7200 18-140mm lens

f8 ~ 140mm ~ 1/400 ~ ISO200)

 Lush Opeaka'a Falls

The sight of a tropical waterfall can always bring a smile to my face.

(Taken with the iPhon6P

f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/1700 ~ ISO25)

The Beauty of Waterfalls

A close up of Opeaka'a Falls

68/366 - Rainy Days and Birds

 Cooling Rains in Paradise

A storm front blew in bringing rain and much needed cooler temps... 

(Taken with the iPhone6P

 f2.2 ~ 4.2mm ~ 1/4 ~ ISO80

 NeNe - Hawaiin State Bird

One of the world's rarest goose, the NeNe can be found only in the Hawaiin islands. They may hold the title of state bird, but, at least in Kauai, the Roosters have them outnumbered!  

(Taken with the Nikon D7200  ~ 18-140mm lens

f7.1 ~ 140mm ~ 1/200 ~ ISO1400)

When questioned about why the NeNe were state bird, and the Rooster was not,

the rooster refused to comment... ;-)