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Autumn Sunset Near Tombstone

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It's a beautiful season here in Southeast Arizona. The sunsets are glorious, and today we have huge winds! I can't believe it's actually going to drop down to the 20's tomorrow night. It's October! Ah, well...the pilot light in the heater is lit, the house is cozy...all is well!

A Strange Visitor In The House

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So, this evening I was sitting in the living room of my house watching a DVD with Ray...and, I see out of the corner of my eye what I think is a kitten with a long and bushy tail coming out of my kitchen...WHAT the %#$k? How did it get in my house, anyway? Turns out it's a Ring Tailed Cat - the Arizona State Mammal, amazingly enough. It slinked into my bedroom and under my bed. Then, it wandered into the living room and under the couch. I was barefoot and being a bit wimpy about it possibly being rabid, although it seemed quite docile. Ray helped by ushering it toward an open door, which it eventually found. But, first, while it was in my bedroom it started climbing the shelving. That's when I captured it in this photo (because even I kind of wasn't believing that this little creature found its way into my house). So, here it is - my little visitor...it's still a mystery as to how and where it entered my house!

Autumn in Southeast Arizona

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Autumn is here! There's a crispness in the air and the skies are beautiful. Maybe we're not really ready for the temps to drop into the 40's overnight, but, it seems Mother Nature is heading in that direction whether we're ready or not. Ah, well...bring it on! I've got my pilot light lit on the heater and can handle it! (I think). Here's a photo I took yesterday at Whitewater Draw. Ray & I took a wonderful and amazing drive out to the Chiricahuas and then crossed the mountain pass to the other side. What a wonderland of scenery, all in one day! I'll post a shot from the Chiricahuas as well. For now, here's some serenity with birds and water at sunset. Thanks to Ray for "posing" for the shot...

Lush Gardens..in Bisbee? YES!

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Today I had the pleasure of photographing my friend, Peyton's garden. Wow! She's done an incredible job of artistically creating a paradise right here in Bisbee. I didn't know it was even possible! I've been processing lots of the photos I took this afternoon in HDR. This is the only one so far I was ready to post. Enjoy!

Step Back in Time

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More of my "playing with HDR" photo series...this one's at the Shady Dell vintage trailer hotel in Bisbee...

It's a Beautiful Day In The Neighborhood

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Ever since I learned HDR (High Dynamic Range) photography from David Day, I've been so inspired to create new photos that I can work with using the technique. This shot of Bisbee was taken last Sunday afternoon after I got off work at the Diner. There will be many more to come. I just haven't posted of late, and wanted to try & catch up. Yours truly...

Back from California!

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And, I'm so glad to be back! I journeyed to San Diego County last Monday with my guy, Ray, for a road trip to see my sister on her farm there. The drive was long and fun. By the time we reached Southern California, the network of freeways and masses of traffic reminded me again how much I love my life here in Bisbee. Nonetheless, we had a great time! Side trips each day to places like Julian and Fallbrook, Pacific Beach (and more). Eating home grown organic basil, heirloom tomatoes and drinking wine. Yummy! I even came home with a car! My sister sold me her '90 BMW for a small price and now I have something smaller and more economical to drive around here (when I drive). New news...Our dear friend Lina has started a new blog that you just HAVE to check out and add to your required daily blog reading list. Click the link that is her name and have a look see.