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Hello Everyone!

Welcome to my photography blog where you'll enter a world of interesting and sometimes breathtaking images of God's creation.

Two summers ago, I revisited my long lost hobby of photography. It had been almost 25 years since I held a 35-mm camera — or in today’s terms, a DSLR — in my hands. (Back then, I was developing film and creating my photos in dark rooms.)

Despite my hectic schedule, working long hours, caring for my family, battling stress, and fighting exhaustion at the end of the day, I decided to wind down each evening with a stroll around my neighborhood with camera in hand — taking snapshots of people, places and things. That’s when God opened my eyes to the beauty of the trees, flowers, landscapes — and the sunrises and sunsets He created. I never took pictures such as these before or even thought much about zooming in on the intricate details of flowers and leaves. But that was the Lord’s means of directing my attention away from my troubles toward Him through the lens of my camera. And through that tiny viewfinder and lens, I saw the greatness and majesty of God!

While focusing on Him as I walked through my neighborhood snapping away, my stress disappeared and my strength and energy returned.

Imagine if we all did this at the end of a busy, trying day. Not necessarily taking photos, but perhaps focusing on God by listening to our favorite worship songs, meditating on a bible verse, or praying with a friend. Whatever gets your attention on the Lord is all that matters, because when we focus on Him, He speaks to us when we least expect it and promises to give us signs of His glory.

So sit down, grab yourself a cup of hot chocolate, coffee, tea, or whatever your fancy, and make yourself at home. Click on the top link under the "View Photos Here" section to see the latest post in my photo gallery, or click on any of the other links to see previous posts, and enjoy the view. Please leave comments, because I love meeting new people and engaging in spirited conversation. I look forward to speaking with you regularly!

"For since the creation of the world God's invisible qualities — His eternal power and divine nature — have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse" (Romans 1:20).

Kind Regards,

Judy

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Royal Blue Majesty

Posted by Judy Saturday, July 6, 2013 5 comments Labels:

The Butterfly and the Bee

Posted by Judy 3 comments Labels:

Took this photo while strolling around my neighborhood this morning in the blistering heat. My first sharp close up of a butterfly and a bee.

Road Trip to Virginia Beach

Posted by Judy Friday, August 24, 2012 3 comments
Then God said, "Let the land sprout with vegetation—every sort of seed-bearing plant, and trees that grow seed-bearing fruit. These seeds will then produce the kinds of plants and trees from which they came." (Genesis 1:11)

 Photos taken from the car going 70 MPH.







I took the photo below at a stop light.


Wise Woman

Posted by Judy Sunday, August 19, 2012 6 comments Labels:


* Linking up with Scripture and a Snapshot here.



Ocean Beauty

Posted by Judy Monday, July 23, 2012 6 comments Labels:

I took this photo walking along the shore with my husband at Virginia Beach.


Dragon Fly

Posted by Judy Saturday, July 21, 2012 9 comments Labels: ,
"I know every bird in the mountains, and the insects in the fields are mine." (Psalm 50:11)


I took this photo while vacationing in Virginia Beach this past week. The dragon flies were quite prolific in the area. My husband and I were seated outdoors at a restaurant and the dragon fly landed on a bush right in front of our table. Since I had my camera and zoom lens, I decided to zero in on the little fellow. I always wanted a close up of a bug of any sort. This is my first. Enjoy!


* This post is linked to Spiritual Sundays here.
** This post is also linked to Scripture and a Snapshot here.


Last of the Spring Blooms

Posted by Judy Monday, May 28, 2012 4 comments Labels: , ,

"Then God said, 'Let the land produce vegetation: seed-bearing plants and trees on the land that bear fruit with seed in it, according to their various kinds.' And it was so." (Genesis 1:11)


** Linking up with Scripture and a Snapshot.

Flower of Green and White

Posted by Judy Saturday, January 21, 2012 6 comments Labels: ,

** This post is linked to Spiritual Sundays here.
** This post is linked to Scripture and a Snapshot here.

Crysthanamum Beauty

Posted by Judy Saturday, January 14, 2012 19 comments Labels: ,
"Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come, the cooing of doves is heard in our land." (Song of Songs 2:12)


* This post is linked to Scripture and a Snapshot here.
** And Linked to Spiritual Sundays here.

Hybrid Lilly Magic

Posted by Judy Friday, January 13, 2012 2 comments Labels: ,

Macro Beauty

Posted by Judy Sunday, January 1, 2012 14 comments Labels: ,
"All men are like grass, and all their glory is like the flowers of the field." (1 Peter 1:24)





** Linking up with Scripture and a Snapshot here.


Macro Poinsettia Petals

Posted by Judy Monday, December 26, 2011 6 comments Labels: ,
       Tested out my new Nikon 40 mm macro lens my wonderful husband bought me for Christmas. These are handheld shots so they're not as sharp as they should be. Next time I'll use my tripod like the pros say you should with macro photography, but I was at the mall and didn't have my tripod with me. Enjoy anyway! :-)




Premature Snow in the Fall!

Posted by Judy Saturday, October 29, 2011 8 comments Labels: , ,
     OK the weatherman said it was going to snow today, but I didn't want to believe it. After all, it's still fall. Many of the leaves haven't even fallen off the trees. But sure enough it's snowing. It began this morning, and it has continued throughout the afternoon. I'm so surprised. This is the first time I've ever seen snow in October. As a result, the weight of the snow coupled with the weight of the leaves have caused many limbs to snap on various trees. It's tough to see because the trees were so beautiful. But even amid the casualties of the tree limbs, I managed to find the beauty of the snow covered colorful leaves. Enjoy!





** This post is linked to Spiritual Sundays, Brag on God Friday, and Scripture and a Snapshot.

Myrtle Mystique

Posted by Judy Monday, September 5, 2011 7 comments Labels: ,

** This post is linked to Brag on God Fridays here and Spiritual Sundays here.

Spectacular Sunsets

Posted by Judy Saturday, August 27, 2011 8 comments Labels: ,



** Linking up with Spiritual Sundays here.
** Also linking up with Brag on God Fridays here.
** Also linking up with Scripture and a Snapshot here.



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