Project 52 Week 16: Bringing the Ocean to Missouri

On April 22, 2012 By LindyIn nature, photography4 Comments

I was beyond excited when the SEALife Aquarium opened in Kansas City just a few weeks ago. Considering I live in almost the most landlocked city in the United States, this was a big deal. So visiting it this weekend was a great way to celebrate my birthday with family. (A friend of mine just took her one-year-old daughter to the aquarium for her birthday, too. I wonder what having the same birthday party as a one-year-old says about me?) I had a great time taking photos, but as usual, I couldn’t narrow it down to just one. Do you have a favorite?

A giant sting ray swims amongst many other sea creatures in SEALife Aquarium's biggest tank.

My sister and nephew are silhouetted against a glass tank.

My favorite fish in the entire aquarium was this little Picasso Triggerfish. (Or in Hawaiian, it's called the humuhumunukunukuapuaa fish.)

Project 52 Week 12: March Showers

On March 25, 2012 By LindyIn nature, photography6 Comments

As I edited this week’s photos, I noticed that I spent most of my time shooting flowers and trees. It rained for about 5 days straight this past week, but whenever it wasn’t pouring, it was hard not to notice all the beautiful blooming flowers and budding trees. Spring has definitely arrived! I chose this as my photo of the week because it isn’t the typical tulip or daffodil shot.

Rain drops glisten on leaves right after a storm. (Anyone know what type of plant this is?)

Project 52 Week 8: A Change In Scenery

On February 26, 2012February 27, 2012 By LindyIn nature, photography7 Comments

My husband and I spent part of the weekend visiting his family in Southeast Kansas, which is quite a change in scenery from our daily life in Kansas City. Rural life lends itself to some great photographic opportunities, so we took the 4-wheeler out to explore the pasture and watch the cows. I love how they follow you with their curious eyes.

A neighbor's cow stares me down. I wonder if she's ever seen a camera before.

Project 52 Week 4: Survival of the Fittest

On January 29, 2012June 20, 2012 By LindyIn architecture, nature, photography

We passed by lots of open fields driving to Topeka, Kansas this weekend, as I’m sure you can imagine. I’d seen this silo with a tree growing out of it several times in the past, so I had big plans to stop and take photos. I finally decided to tell my husband about these plans after we got on the road. I guess he’s used to my odd photography requests by now, because he didn’t think twice about it. When we approached the silo, he graciously pulled off the highway and even trudged through a dead corn field with me. I seem to pick the coldest, windiest days to take photos, and Saturday was no exception. But I think the end result was worth it.

A tree growing out of a silo is truly a sign of survival. It’s always interesting to see where trees will grow.

Day 362: Time to Fly South?

On December 29, 2011December 29, 2011 By LindyIn nature, photography

We’ve had unseasonably warm weather in the Midwest over the past few days; and that’s perfectly fine with me. I’m not a fan of sub-zero temperatures, ice freezing inside my windows, or dangerous road conditions. In fact, it’s so warm that these geese haven’t finished flying south yet! I got off work yesterday just in time to head to the park before the sunlight faded.

A Canadian goose comes up from a quick dip.

A Canadian goose flaps its powerful wings in the water.

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Day 319: Squirrely Squirrel

On November 16, 2011June 20, 2012 By LindyIn nature, photography2 Comments

For some odd reason, I’ve been wanting to capture a photo of a squirrel for months. I’m not sure why; maybe it’s just the thrill of photographing something that’s so fast and sneaky. On a walk yesterday, I finally caught my break!

This squirrel paused just long enough for me to snap a picture of him.

Day 292: And that’s why they call it fall

On October 19, 2011June 20, 2012 By LindyIn nature, photography

All the pretty leaves have already fallen where I live. Half the trees are brown and the other half hasn’t even turned yet. Hard to believe we’ve already passed the peak, considering it’s just over halfway through October.

Fallen leaves near my home in Kansas City.

Days 278-279: Autumn at its Best

On October 6, 2011June 20, 2012 By LindyIn nature, photography

I’ve spent a lot of time admiring the changing leaves and beautiful fall colors lately. And since the trees are almost to their peak already, you may see even more of these photos from me in the next few days.

Bright orange trees are my favorite; this one is right across the street from where I live.

These gorgeous trees are changing rapidly at Riss Lake in Parkville, Mo.

Day 268: A trip to the zoo!

On September 25, 2011June 20, 2012 By LindyIn nature, photography3 Comments

I have friends who are on a mission trip in Mozambique, Africa. When they first arrived a few days ago, they got to go on an African Safari where they saw all kinds of wild animals. As much as I’d love to be with them, this is the closest I’ll get for now – a trip to “Africa” and other part of the world at the Kansas City Zoo. Here are my top five favorite photos of the day. Which one is your favorite?