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A Sample of Pop’s “Bee” Images

Another Day at Work

Apis Workers' Party

Predator

Some of Your Beeswax

Sedum Bumbler

Look of Defiance

Chicory Bee

Bumbling Bees

Garden Cafe

Buzz By Here - To Infinity and Beyond

Pick Your Poison

Blind Side Attack

On a Mission

Honey Bee on Sedum

Covering the Cosmos

Center of the Cosmos

Three's a Crowd

Popular Spot

On A Pedestal

A Sample of Pop’s “People” Photo Collection

Big Harry Fireworks Display

To Impress the Girl

Different Perspective

Sweet Ride

Perfect Little Piggies B&W

Flipping the Light Fantastic

Festival of Flights

To the Crowd's Delight

Amish Go Round

Wondersome One

The Stars In Her Eyes

Tuesday's Child

Sleeper Hold

Considering the Next Move

Sugar and Spice

Front Porch Portrait

Caged Competitor

Early Adoration

Child In the Ligtht

Stroll Through the Weeds

Attention Grabbing

Eye Contact

On the Line

Eyes of Wonder

Rounding the Curve

Troubadours of Basin Spring Park

Down by the Creek

Sun Day

Catching Some Light

EAA Fireworks

Hear Me Roar

Chill In the Air

Algoma, Lighthouse, Winter, Sunrise

I recently upgraded my computer and while transferring files, I discovered a number of images worthy of revisiting.  (Actually, there’s a lot I’ve just not gotten around to processing.)

My typical photo outing is to go take a number of photos, download them to the computer, find my favorite, process it and post it.  That leaves a lot of photos taken on the same day untouched.  Many of them are worthy of posting, but I rarely get to it.  This is one of those images dating back to February 17, 2013.  Back then I selected and posted “Frigid Sunrise Fog” as my favorite shot.

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Dignity – of Earth and Sky

Statue, Sculpture

On our way to the Badlands we found Dignity.  This is a 50-foot stainless steel sculpture to honor the cultures of the Lakota and Dakota people.

The full title of the sculpture is “Dignity: of Earth and Sky.”  You can find Dignity on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River near Chamberlain, South Dakota at a rest area off of Interstate 90.  You can read more of the interesting facts and story behind this beautiful work of art by reading an article i found on Wikipedia.

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The Falls at Sioux Falls

Waterfall, Sioux Falls

These are the water falls you will find in the center of South Dakota’s largest city – Sioux Falls. They created a very nice park along the river that feeds the falls. It seems to be the hub of many activities.

I was able to grab this and a few other nice images of these falls while on a recent visit.

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Wild Bee on Wild Bergamot

Bee, Honey Bee, Bergamot, Flower

The wild bergamot blooms seemed to be a favorite work site of the wild bees. This is another image gathered from our hike through the nature trail along Baird Creek in Green Bay, Wisconsin.

This was a difficult image to capture because the lighting was pretty dim and the bee wouldn’t hold still, but I do like the detail of the translucent wings.

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Soaking In The Shimmer

Frog, Water, Head,

As we were hiking along the banks of Baird Creek in Green Bay, Wisconsin I spooked a small frog that dove for the water. It surfaced a moment later near a large rock.  As it sat there, I was able to snap several photos.

This is my favorite photo from that hike.  The reflection of the overcast sky on the rippling water created a very cool, shimmering effect. I didn’t expect this. It was a happy accident. The water seemed clear to my naked eye, but the camera picked up the refelection.

You can fill your screen with the cool shimmer by simply clicking on the photo. You’ll get a better look at the frog, too. It’s eyes are pretty neat.

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Sweet Memorable Bouquet

Flower, Forget Me Nots

This sweet, petite bouquet of flowers were found blooming on the banks of Baird Creek in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The whole group is not much bigger than the end of my thumb. These are commonly known as Forget-Me-Nots.

I learned that these flowers had an ancient Greek name (μυοσωτίς) that translates as “mouse’s ear”  It is the official flower of Alaska.  They are some of my favorite wildflowers to find, even though they are difficult to photograph well because of their diminutive size.  Of course, I also think they are pleasantly pretty.

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Damsel at Rest

Damselfly, Flying Insect, Baird Creek

This damselfly took a brief break from hectic flitting to and fro to pose for a portrait.  It was not willing to stay long, so I’m happy I got a few snaps before it was on it’s way.

Damselflies are often confused with dragonflies.  The easy identifying factor is that damselflies usually fold their wings together when at rest, aligned with the line of their body.  Dragonflies usually rest with their wings spread out. This is another image from our recent hike on the Baird Creek trail system in Green Bay, WI.

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Slender Sunbather

Snake, Serpent, Woods

While hiking a nature trail on the east end of Baird Creek in Green Bay, Wisconsin, I spotted this fellow sunning itself on the side of a small hill in the forest.  The area was mostly shaded by the trees, but it found one area of sunlight.  I’m not snake expert, but I believe this is a common gartersnake.  It may have been two to three feet long.  As I got closer with my camera, it quickly slithered away.

I know a lot of people don’t like snakes, but if you’d like to get a closer look at this harmless variety, simply click on the photo to view a more detailed, full-screen version of this photo.

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Wild Bergamot

Bergamlot, Wildflower, Purple

We went hiking on one of the nature trails along Baird Creek in Green Bay, Wisconsin.  At the very beginning of our walk we saw patches of this wild flower – Wild Bergamot.  We’ve seen it in the woods before, but had to look it up for the name. It’s a pretty purple with a unique combination of petals and spikes. It also seemed pretty prolific.

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Baird Creek Bed

Creek, Baird Creek, Nature

This is a summertime view of Baird Creek – a natural treasure that winds through northeast Green Bay, Wisconsin.

I took this photo while on a recent hike along one of the well-kept nature trails that accompany the creek. It’s a great place to get out into nature while still in the city.

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