Pines–these trees are ubiquitous in Georgia. They’re messy and full of character (not to mention all manner of critters: squirrels, birds, bugs, and the occasional snake). I stepped out into my backyard tonight and snapped this quick image along with a few others. With all of the flashes, my neighbors eventually trekked outside to investigate. To maintain civility, I guess I’ll venture out into the real woods where no one’ll be bothered by my impromptu photography. This should make for some interesting exploits. By the way, I inverted the photograph below to see what kind of effect I could produce. The resulting image was haunting.
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I can’t claim bragging rights to this photo. My wife snapped it when she accompanied our child on a fieldtrip to Magnolia Springs State Park near Millen.
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I spotted this soggy site by the side of the road on my way back from Sylvania. It’s in a place well below the highway. I’d have missed it were it not for the fact that I was behind a very slow driver. I’m glad I glanced in the direction of this sunken scene. Although it’s swampy and assuredly full of snakes and other crawly things, there’s something special about the place. I know it isn’t beautiful in the conventional sense. However, just knowing that this verdant venue for water and wetland life is providing a haven for living things is comforting. I’m sure the plants, animals, and insects that reside in this bog hole appreciate their home. The stumps in this place are a testament to mankind’s desire to encroach upon even those places that aren’t quite the epitome of splendor. Still, nature patiently reclaims what we mar.
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