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  • All that beautiful rose color just held inside this dead withered bloom
    sun-dried-bloom.jpg
  • The sun reflects off the vibrant lake at Busch Wildlife
    Landscape Colors at Busch.jpg
  • Warmth of the evening sun basks the headstones of departed souls at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
    Headstones Basking In Sunlight.jpg
  • A pink and cream tulip stand alone with just a bit of morning dew left, highlighted in the bright rising sun beyond the meadow in which it grows.
    Tulip Stands Alone.jpg
  • Boating into the setting sun along Lake Minnetonka - Minnesota Living
    Into The Sunset.jpg
  • Mr. Titmouse Soaking Up Some Warmth In The Morning Sun
    Warm Morning Titmouse.jpg
  • A lonely Robin perches in a bare isolated winter tree as the sun begins to set and casts shades of purple splendor through the skies.
    Robins Lonely Tree.jpg
  • The sun rises across the field as a flock of birds pass in the distance and the morning sunshine casts a golden glow on the blooming wildflowers in the field. This shot was taken at August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area in Saint Charles, Missouri
    Good Morning Sunshine.jpg
  • Bright afternoon sun basks a baby gosling in the grass
    Sunny Gosling.jpg
  • A fiery sunset on Lake Minnetonka in Minnesota. The warm setting sun casts fiery light across the skies above the water warming the clouds and waters below
    Firey Sunset On Lake Minnetonka.jpg
  • Boating under a warm setting sun, with a cool breeze on a lovely day. What could be better?
    On Sunset Waters.jpg
  • A wood duck swims in a sea of blue as the sun sets and rays illuminate the waterfowl.
    Darkwing Ducky.jpg
  • Mans best friend takes a front row seat for a fun ride
    339AMans Best Boat.jpg
  • Beyond the rocky shore, a  sailboat goes by through blue waters at sunset on Lake Superior in Grand Marais, Minnesota Harbor.
    Sailing in Grand Marais.jpg
  • Two ducks take a sunset flight in the golden glow of Lake Superior on Minnesota's North Shore
    Sunset Flight.jpg
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  • Visions of butterflies in a field of blowing dandelions
    Flutterby Fantasy.jpg
  • Sunset as we depart from Honolulu on Oahu's south shore
    Hawaii Sunset 1.jpg
  • Ever wonder how a landscaper gets materials to your house on the lake? By boat of coarse!
    Landscaping Lake Minnetonka.jpg
  • The last of the light falls along the lake casting some fun colors
    Last Of The Light.jpg
  • Another deep golden sunset along Lake Minnetonka
    Gold On The Water.jpg
  • A Chipping Sparrow makes a splash in the birdseed on a red feeder on a sunny afternoon.
    Chipping Sparrow in Warm Light.jpg
  • Sunlight peeks through the clouds of this rural farm scene just after a brief afternoon storm shedding light rays along the barn and farm land.
    Light After The Storm.jpg
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  • Time for another splash of color. I thought this was an interesting new bloom and had just enough light on a cold winter day to get some decent tones in the capture
    pineapple-bloom.jpg
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  • A long exposure macro shot of the sunlight hitting a Canna bud. Went with more of a dreamy focus for something with a bit more character to the composition that might allow it to be framed
    Phosphorescence.jpg
  • A view from the pier
    On The Pier.jpg
  • Big Billowing Clouds Cut Off The Setting Sunlight As A Boat Crosses Over From Light To Shade on Lake Minnetonka
    Light Fades On Lake Minnetonka.jpg
  • Just-Dandy.jpg
  • Daisy-B.jpg
  • A family of geese with mother goose in the background being led by the goslings swim through warm green waters
    A Goosey Family Affair.jpg
  • Three baby gosling swim along in a row on the water
    We Three Goslings.jpg
  • A gosling pecks in the grass seeking out a meal
    Good Morning Gosling.jpg
  • Four Goslings Swimming On The water With Momma Goose Nowhere In Sight
    Baby Geese On The Water.jpg
  • Yes, even I can to get in a shot on this gorgeous day
    Me - Sunset Lake Minnetonka.jpg
  • A Golden Sunrise Along The Buffalo River, America's first national river, begins its 132-mile tumble down toward the White River in the upper Ponca wilderness, some of the most remote and rugged country in the Ozarks. This stretch of the river is not suitable for floating, has little access and is mostly seen only be dedicated hikers. But the river reaches the historic Boxley Valley and begins a peaceful meandering that stretches the length of the long, narrow break in the hills before it begins its magnificent sweeps around the high limestone bluffs for which it is famous.
    A Buffalo River Morning.jpg
  • A Soft Pink Tulip on a Backdrop of Purple with Pink and Blue Glimmering Sparkles.
    Glittery Tulip Shimmer.jpg
  • A golden view of Lake Superior along Minnesota's North Shore. This shot was taken at The Naniboujou Lodge and Restaurant.<br />
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Naniboujou Lodge was first conceived in the 1920's as an ultra exclusive private club. Babe Ruth, Jack Dempsey and Ring Lardner were among its charter members. A membership of 1000 was originally sought, but when the stock market crashed on "Black Friday" precipitating the 1929 depression, the club began to fail. In the mid 1930's the club reached a state of financial shambles. The mortgage was foreclosed, and it was sold. <br />
Throughout the succeeding years the Lodge has been owned and operated by various corporations or private individuals and families. Today you will find an exciting revitalized Naniboujou. Still reflecting the aura of the 20's, Naniboujou is now on the National Register of Historic Places. The Lodge boasts Minnesota's largest native rock fireplace, a 200 ton work of art which stands in the 30 x 80 foot Great Hall (now the dining room)
    A Seat With A Golden View.jpg
  • A Fiery Cloud Filled Sky over Broemmelsiek Park near New Melle, Missouri in Wentzville.
    Fire in the sky over New Melle.jpg
  • The Last Of The Sunlight Peeks Through The Clouds at Broemmelsiek Park and Casts a Sunset Glow Upon The Lake
    Light Peeks Through at Broemmelsiek ...jpg
  • This shot was taken in Lanesboro, MN. Right outside of the Cottage House Inn during my vacation to the North Shore.
    sunflower.jpg
  • Grape Grain Florets.jpg
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  • The sun sets across the pond casting purple color through the skies
    Goodbye Sun From The Pond.jpg
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  • The Buffalo River, America's first national river, begins its 132-mile tumble down toward the White River in the upper Ponca wilderness, some of the most remote and rugged country in the Ozarks. This stretch of the river is not suitable for floating, has little access and is mostly seen only be dedicated hikers. But the river reaches the historic Boxley Valley and begins a peaceful meandering that stretches the length of the long, narrow break in the hills before it begins its magnificent sweeps around the high limestone bluffs for which it is famous.
    Sun Sets at Buffalo River.jpg
  • A sparrow soaks up some morning sunlight
    Soaking Some Sun.jpg
  • Sea Lion Sound combines the popular Sea Lion Basin and Sea Lion Show in a 1.5-acre spectacular new exhibit right in the heart of the Zoo. For the first time anywhere in North America, visitors can walk through an underwater tunnel into the sea lions' habitat to see the animals swimming all around them!
    Sea Lion Soaking Up Sun.jpg
  • Kevin Peacock Soaking Up Sun.jpg
  • Another golden sunset falls behind silhouetted trees on Lake Minnetonka
    Farewell Sun - Lake Minnetonka.jpg
  • Having Fun On The Water - All Smiles And Fun On The Boat
    Fun In The Sun.jpg
  • Watching the sun set in the shores of Kona Hawaii on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship "Pride Of America"<br />
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May 6th was a roller-coaster of emotions. It was Linda​'s and My 20th Anniversary, so there was much joy and celebration in our moods. Just as the sun was starting to set along the shores of Kona, Hawaii on our trip, we received the news that a long time family friend of 30+ years had just passed away. <br />
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She was a "Neighborhood Parent" to me growing up (this was back in the days when, not only was it allowed, it was expected that neighbors should reprimand us youngsters for doing stupid things if they noticed it), and later in life a respected friend. She was also a life long friend of my Mom and Dad. My wife grew up on the same street and knew her just as well. <br />
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As we received the news on the top deck of the cruise ship we looked to the setting sun, as I held my mom and we cried together watching the sun fade away. For as much pain as there was in that moment, watching the sun fall from the heavens, we both knew that there was no better place or time to have to deal with the emotions of the moment. <br />
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Luckily I had my camera with me (when do I not?) and I was able to take a few shots to memorialize that blissfully painful moment. And that's why I love photography too, such emotions can be captured forever with a single click of a button.
    A Fond Farewell.jpg
  • The sun shines across a still green field near this farm in Wentzville Missouri with the old plantation home off in the distance.
    Old Plantation Home.jpg
  • As Daylight Fades in New Melle and the Sun Sets along a quaint country road we see the skies true colors.
    Daylight Fades in New Melle.jpg
  • A Female Purple Finch On A Dead Tree Backlit From The Sun
    Backlit Female Purple Finch.jpg
  • Catching some sun walking across the dock after a refreshing dip in the lake
    Dog Park 1.jpg
  • Red Male House Finch perched on a tree branch as the sun sets
    Red Male House Finch-C.jpg
  • Watching the sun set in the shores of Kona Hawaii on a Norwegian Cruise Line ship "Pride Of America"
    Shipside Sunset.jpg
  • The Sun Rises along the sea shores near Kauai, Hawaii
    Good Morning Sunshine.jpg
  • The warmth and light of the morning sun peeks over from the horizon along Buffalo River
    Warmer Days - Buffalo River.jpg
  • Glassy Lake Reflections at Klondike Park as the sun sets at cast a bare light through the trees. Deep shadows hide the abundance of colored foliage and faintly shimmers the top of the water
    Glass Klondike Lake.jpg
  • The sun rises from behind the trees and reflecting along the lake at Busch Memorial Conservation in Saint Charles County, Missouri
    Busch Sunrise Behind Trees.jpg
  • A bird soars past the bright sun on a winding back road drapes by Autumn trees basked in warm sunlight
    A Road Thru Nature.jpg
  • Hemerocallis fulva, the Orange Daylily, Tawny Daylily, Tiger Daylily or Ditch Lily, is a species of daylily native to Asia. It is very widely grown as an ornamental plant in temperate climates for its showy flowers and ease of cultivation.<br />
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Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Does well in a wide range of well-drained soils. Deadhead spent flowers daily for neatness and remove scapes when flowers have completed bloom. Divide to maintain vigor when the clumps become overcrowded. A tough plant that is tolerant of poor soil, summer heat and humidity.
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  • The sun comes out from behind the clouds at Broemmelsiek Park and casts a warm glow across the lake
    Sunrise Over Broemmelsiek.jpg
  • A pretty pink Zinnia flower contrasted against a metallic backdrop. <br />
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Zinnia is a genus of 20 species of annual and perennial plants of the family Asteraceae. They are native to scrub and dry grassland in an area stretching from the Southwestern United States to South America, with a centre of diversity in Mexico<br />
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Zinnia leaves are opposite and usually stalkless (sessile), with a shape ranging from linear to ovate, and pale to middle green in color. The flowers have a range of appearances, from a single row of petals, to a dome shape, with the colors white, chartreuse, yellow, orange, red, purple, and lilac.<br />
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Zinnias are popular garden flowers, usually grown from seed, and preferably in fertile, humus-rich, and well-drained soil, in an area with full sun. They will reseed themselves each year. Over 100 cultivars have been produced since selective breeding started in the 19th century.
    Zinnia Urban Contrast.jpg
  • The setting sun casts a lovely light and really pops some of the colors on this Female House Sparrow
    Female House Sparrow on Bricks.jpg
  • A lonely daisy soaks up the evening sun along the trails
    Shasta Daisy Zen.jpg
  • The sun rises behind the trees near the cove at Klondike Park lake
    Klondike Cove 2.jpg
  • A Soft Deep Red Tulip Contrasted Against A Rough Textured Backdrop.<br />
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This is one of the world's most easily recognized and loved flowers. Tulip Flowers are voracious sun seekers (like the sunflower) and will sway their heads in crazy contortions seeking out the best angle for light. This makes them a symbol of opportunity, adjustment, advancement, and aspiration. They are commonly thought to represent attainment of spiritual awareness too. Because they are from bulbs, and return every year (like the daffodil) tulips are symbolic of resurrection and determination. The immediately identifiable shape of their colorful blooms make them a comfortable flower.<br />
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A Turkish legend may be responsible for the red tulip's symbolism. The story goes that a prince named Farhad was love struck by a maiden named Shirin. When Farhad learned that Shirin had been killed, he was so overcome with grief that he killed himself - riding his horse over the edge of a cliff. It's said that a scarlet tulip sprang up from each droplet of his blood, giving the red tulip the meaning 'perfect love.'
    Rubescent Tulip.jpg
  • Water sparkles as the sun sets along the North Shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota
    Lake Superior Sunset Sparkle.jpg
  • An early morning bite on the fishing line while boating in Lake Superior just after sunrise while the sun was peeking through the dark billowing clouds.
    Early Morning Bite.jpg
  • Was walking through a park and thought this would make for an interesting photo the way the sun was hitting it as the sunset.
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  • The sun sets over a blanket of velvet green grass in this rural landscape in Missouri
    Farewell Thurseday Sunset.jpg
  • Deep Morning Skies As The Sun Peeks Out in port on Hilo, Hawaii
    Hilo Port Deep Skies.jpg
  • Sunshine basks the graves under midday sun at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
    Jefferson Barracks Sunny Day.jpg
  • A goose stretches it's neck towards the sun in black and white
    Goose On The Loose.jpg
  • A goose munches on some grass with the setting sun in the background
    Glare On A Gander.jpg
  • A Bright Sun Shines Down The Gravel Path
    Sunshine Down The Gravel Road.jpg
  • A robust, drought tolerant perennial, native to the midwestern and southeastern United States. flowers are arranged individually on sturdy, elongated stems with soft lavender or purple petals surrounding an iridescent red-orange, coned center. Prefers full sun to partial shade in fertile, well-drained soils.<br />
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Echinacea is a genus, or group of herbaceous flowering plants in the daisy family, Asteraceae. The nine species it contains are commonly called coneflowers<br />
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The Coneflower has many historical uses as well. The Fox used purple coneflower as an anticonvulsive and gastro-intestinal aid. The Kiowa chewed coneflower root for coughs and sore throats. The Omaha and Pawnee used a smoke treatment as a remedy for headache. A poultice of smashed roots were applied as an anesthetic to arms and hands by the Omaha, and a poultice was applied to enlarged glands as a treatment for diseases such as mumps by the Pawnee, Ponca, Dakota, and Winnebago. Purple coneflower was used to increase endurance in the sweat lodge ceremony by the Dakota, Pawnee, Ponca, and Winnebago.<br />
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The purple coneflower grows in open rocky prairies and plains. It is found primarily in the Great Plains, east of the Rocky Mountains from Texas to Montana and Saskatchewan, to eastern Oklahoma, western Iowa, and western Minnesota
    Soft Focus Coneflower.jpg
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