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365 Project Day 304: Kaleidoscope Fall

Posted on 01. Nov, 2011 by maryanne.

Canon 5D Mark ll, 100 2.8 macro, 3.2 aperture, 1/250 shutter 250 ISO

Kaleisocsope ~ “a continually changing pattern of shapes and colors.”  (Dictionary.com)  

Autumn is upon us in full glory here in Georgia. It is a feast for the senses. The brilliant colors seem to change in shapes and patterns right in front of my eyes. It is like being in the very center of a kaleidoscope. The breezes blow, and the colors begin their playful dance again. Another cold autumn night and the Crepe Myrtles are an even more delicious shade of red. Even the fallen leaves add to the shifting color cast, as they turn over and shine like stained glass in the sun.

It is glorious to behold.

As I have looked over the many blogs of this 365 Project I am amazed at the beauty in the seasons and I am grateful that I have been privileged to capture them and share them here. I am moved when I look back at the snow that created what looked like a glimmering lake on my neighbor’s pasture. I am taken back to that time and I can remember how I felt then as I knelt next to the fence line, the cold burning into my knees and the snow fogging up my lens. It was wonderful. I felt alive and part of what God was doing on the earth and in my heart.  I am coming to the last part of my project and moving into the colder season again. I marvel at the thought. How time has flown!  I am incredibly grateful that I have been able to account for every glorious and precious day here on this blog in some small way.

But I digress. For now I will focus on the gorgeous Autumn we are now having today in Georgia. Today. I have marked it, and I am counting my blessings on this day.

Psalm 90:12 ~”Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”

 

 

 

 

 

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365 Project Day 164: Cherries to Cheer You

Posted on 13. Jun, 2011 by maryanne.

For You

Canon 5D Mark 22, 100 2.8 macro, 4.0 aperture, 1/100 shutter, 200 ISO

Sometimes we just need something beautiful to look at, so smell, to touch. To eat! These cherries just made a day that was difficult seem better. Their glossy red skin, the way they tumble together like happy friends, and their sweet wonderful taste were like a breath of fresh air. Taking joy in the simple things is a veritable life rope to me when things don’t seem to be going well. The simple task of arranging these cherries in a milk glass bowl (still borrowed from my sweet friend, Denise), and placing them on a bright red checkered dishtowel brought me into instant glee. I felt the breath and life coming back into me.

I know my Father God places these things in key places and times for me to enjoy if I will but notice them. Today I did, and I am so grateful. I hope they bring brightness and color into your world today too!

James 1:17 ~ “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.”

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Coming together

Posted on 09. Jun, 2010 by maryanne.

So, in my last post, I got brave and asked opinions of anyone who read my blog to help me think of ideas for the corner cabinet in my den. (See post below). Well, I wasn’t sure if I would get any responses, ( or if anyone reads my blog) but I did get one very good idea. My friend Cindi Palma had a great idea about what to do with the books beside the corner cabinet. She suggested color coordinating them. I loved this idea!  She also suggested some original art in the corner piece. I had a stained glass window that my sister Dinah made for me ( she is extremely gifted!) that fit perfectly in the spot. Chris and I put our heads together and figured out how to light it and mount it. It was an all afternoon affair, but we kinda did it. It is an experiment, but I think I like it!

I am currently working on updating the canvas for over the sofa, something maybe a little more colorful and modern looking.The bookcases are also still in process. It all started with that wonderful red sofa and love seat. Oh, and I also included a photo of my favorite throw ever. I found it at Pottery Barn on clearance. They had them at Christmas and I wanted one then, but they were more than I wanted to pay. The timing and color couldn’t be better! It is hand knit and so wonderfully full of texture and softness. I love to curl up in it in my new room while I  drink my coffee and journal in the mornings. Very very good.

Still learning what I love. What do you love? I would love to know!

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