It's been a bit as we have moved to North Georgia to be a bit closer to family and to get away from hurricanes .
On a list of the most stressful events in a persons life, moving is third. I can attest to that fact especially if one is older
We are trying to get settled into a very different environment . Coming from below sea level with no hills or elevation makes getting use to these winding , sometimes steep mountain roads challenging not only to drive but to walk .
No garden in my "backyard " now . I now have trees and rocks . It is going to be fun to find new subject matter for my photography. For now, the deer who visit and wander through the "backyard" are my subjects.
I know I have missed some wonderful posts these past several weeks. Will try and catch up with them.
Always, thank you for looking, I hope you enjoy my new neighbors.
I like your new friends, nice set Birdie. You seem to have got their attention too. I'm looking forward to seeing what you come up with from your new environment.
Welcome back and congratulations on the successful move!
Eric
First... congratulations on your move and best of luck adapting to the change. Having just lost my wife of 32+ years, retiring, and prepping to move from MN to CA, I completely understand the challenge you just faced. I hope that your new location will serve as an inspiration for your photography.
Your deer photos are lovely, with the last being my favorite. The buck his handsome, nicely lit, and composed with some great habitat elements.
regards,
bruce
You do have a rocky back yard, and some nice visitors. Great photos of them, BTW. Now you will have the challenge of photographing about a million waterfalls within easy distance. Enjoy.
It may be difficult to see now, but along with trees and rocks come roots and foundation....embrace your new home and the guests that have come to visit. I know you will.
Eric
Congrats on the move Roberta. I know how difficult it is, especially having just done it myself and being one of those older folks you mentioned Beautiful subjects and what terrific terrain you have in your new digs. Enjoy your new home!
Nice work on these, Birdie. We have a lot of rocks and hills here in Arkansas. Amazing what a raised bed of native plants can attract in the way of butterflies and hummers. Looks like you might need some deer fencing if you go that way. Good luck in your new environment.
So great to see you posting! We've missed you! Take a few weeks off from sorting boxes and looking for things you can't seem to find, and enjoy your wonderful new opportunities! MIA's usually show up a few days after you order the replacement!
Happy to see your back and you are well. The bright side you are close to family, but your beautiful Hummers will be missed, but I'm sure you'll figure it out.
In the meantime, a wonderful set and beautifully done.
Welcome to your new home and new environment Birdie. Relax now the hurricane news is not for your area
I think the deer is something new for you? Great start on new subjects! Now how far are you from Flowery Branch GA? Because I've been know to travel there
Karl
Good luck in your new home.Don't know exactly where you are but in a good year
the smoky mountains look like they are on fire with the fall colors. So you might
want to scout out some good locations for shots. It all starts to happen in about 4
or five weeks. There are some websites that give predictions. Colors start at the
top of the mountains and work their way down.
Chuck
Birdie - Great to see you posting a few images again. Congrats on your move. Love the deer, but what I really like is the beautiful background scenery. I bet you are going to get some fantastic fall colors. Can't wait to see them !
Hi Roberta, nice to see you're posting from my back yard! I can certainly relate to hurricanes being raised in South Florida and living in Puerto Rico for a couple of years.
For 23 years now I've been living 30 min. west-northwest of Atlanta In Powders Springs. Despite the tremendous growth here, I occasionally still see deer in my subdivision. Depending how far north you are don't be surprised to see some black bears too!
Enjoy the peace and quite but watch out for them winter storms! All wheel drive is highly recommended
Welcome back, and welcome back to your new home, Birdie! I'm sure there is some room for a flower garden, perhaps not as you are used to, but still wonderful (though perhaps challenging to keep the deer out!)!
Douglas
Beautiful subjects and what terrific terrain you have in your new digs. Enjoy your new home!
and you are well. The bright side you are close to family, but your beautiful Hummers will be missed, but I'm sure you'll figure it out.
