Witness
A humble weed surviving the winter as best it can.
Suddenly, the sun hits it in just the right way,
With a light that transforms it into a work of art.
Sometimes, all we can do is witness the miracle of nature.
I’m out and about for the next couple of days: have tests, projects and parties to attend, so I won’t be able to get around to your blogs for a few days.
A humble weed dressed in finery becomes a thing of beauty
February 10, 2011 at 12:18
sigh. its beautiful…
February 10, 2011 at 12:41
I have always believed that nature is the greatest artist.
Stunning image indeed.
Enjoy your life away from blogging:;)
xoxo
February 10, 2011 at 13:34
You’ll be missed.
and there is something other worldly about a so called barren landscape. it’s not really at all.
February 10, 2011 at 13:42
That glorious golden glow around the edges – lovely!
February 10, 2011 at 13:56
What a great capture of one of these miracles of nature. Blessings to you as you are out and about and busy with life. XX
February 10, 2011 at 14:37
its lovely.
February 10, 2011 at 16:45
Love the soft bokeh background in blue and brown that further highlights the sunlit snow-capped weed in all its fragile beauty.
February 10, 2011 at 17:02
That really is a beautiful weed!
February 10, 2011 at 17:43
You certainly know how to witness those miracles of nature. Thank you for that
February 10, 2011 at 17:54
A gorgeous golden survivor!
February 10, 2011 at 18:18
So pretty! It’s amazing how beautiful nature is…even the weeds. If we just take the time to really look.
February 10, 2011 at 19:25
Gorgeous!
February 10, 2011 at 20:11
This has been my year to discover the beauty of weeds, too! Enjoy your blog break
February 10, 2011 at 21:23
ALL I love to do is witness the miracle of nature!
Beautiful photo!
February 10, 2011 at 21:53
Gorgeous!
February 10, 2011 at 22:57
truly a miraculous moment you have captured here!
February 10, 2011 at 23:51
Enjoy your time away from blogging. And thanks for leaving us with such a lovely photo in your absence.
February 10, 2011 at 23:54
My grandmother always said the only difference between a flower and a weed was where they were planted– but whether that is so or not they are both hardy and survive some nasty weather at times. A great testament to survival itself.
February 11, 2011 at 00:10
So beautiful. There’s nothing like sunlight in the winter.
February 11, 2011 at 00:35
If we care to really see, we can find beauty almost anywhere. The sun is making a gem of that thistle, Fi. Enjoy your busy schedule.
February 11, 2011 at 03:37
Beautiful as always. Enjoy your well-deserved blog-cation!
February 11, 2011 at 04:37
It is a beautiful picture. When we are all feeling discouraged with this winter, the snow, the cold, etc. you have found its beauty.
February 11, 2011 at 11:05
This is so beautiful… Nature provides something for everyone…
Have a good time!
My Yatra Diary…
February 11, 2011 at 15:07
I’m glad you witnessed and shared it with us.
February 11, 2011 at 15:54
I love your photographs…I’m totally envious of your abilities.
February 11, 2011 at 18:32
Blush.. thanks for your kind words.
February 12, 2011 at 12:25
you make simple so beautiful. thanks for sharing your lovely. and I hope you have a beautiful weekend!
February 11, 2011 at 20:32
I love how you phrased this. This humble weed, transformed, for a moment.
Have fun with all your stuff.
February 11, 2011 at 23:09
Yet another magnificent photo.
God bless and have a beautiful weekend sweetie. Sounds like it’s jammed packed!!!
February 12, 2011 at 00:04
Nature provides us with some of most beautiful art you will find anywhere. This is just one example.
February 12, 2011 at 00:44
This is perfection!!!
February 12, 2011 at 03:59
The glow makes it seem so perfect and like a perfect dessert.
February 12, 2011 at 05:13
Lovely photos, comme d’habitude.
February 12, 2011 at 11:11
Hello, thanks for taking the time to comment on my Blog
Beautiful winter art photo, very nice dof and bokeh
Have a wonderful sunday
And succes with the tests and projects
Bram
February 12, 2011 at 17:25
Interesting that something that doesn’t have any life in it anymore can still hold beauty…giving us hope as spring comes again~
February 12, 2011 at 18:17
The light is so gorgeous and the picture pretty.
February 13, 2011 at 14:58
Come spring someone will yank that beauty out of the ground. I hope you had a wonderful party..tests and projects..you are a busy lady:)
February 13, 2011 at 22:58