I have a hard time following rules – so I’m approaching this assignment from a different perspective. I bought my camera in early August so I can’t do the monthly thing, although I have really enjoyed those posts that have followed this format. These are the pictures I took in 2012 that I especially like because they helped me identify how I like to use my camera to capture and share my world.
Some may argue that I should only post five because I only took pictures for five months but I already said I have a hard time following rules. Here are my favorites with captions to explain why they are special and what I learned about myself through them.
This was the lead image of the first post I did where I wrote a story with my images. It was titled Morning and I was amazed that readers liked it.
I love that I could capture the color, texture and shine of these Heuchera leaves.
It was fun finding new flowers and plants to “focus” on when we went to southern Florida in November. I discovered the wonderful world of Hibiscus.
What fun capturing an image of my granddaughter on the dawning of her womanhood.
This granddaughter is so spirited that it is hard to capture her in an image – but this comes very close.
My youngest granddaughter loved having me practice with her. She is sweet and flirty.
My favorite images of Newfoundland are not panoramic scenes but are more like this. I have lots of fun with architecture..
Pictures that allow me to tell a story are my favorites. This is a winding road on Nova Scotia that led to some surprises.
I found this image to be a dramatic part of a beautiful panorama at Meat Cove, Nova Scotia. I prefer to focus on the part.
I love the interest of seeing sunbathers that are an even smaller part of the Meat Cove image.
My Michigan garden became even more fun when I started capturing images of blooms – like my New Dawn Rose.
My camera gave me motivation to visit the beach while we were in Florida. I love photographing water.
I find it rewarding to capture the details of an experience – like walking in the surf.
I have a desire to capture images of wildlife but my desire is greater than my ability. I’m learning and looking forward to finding places to practice when we return to Florida.
We were in Michigan late into the fall so I posted lots of fall color. My most rewarding and fun were branches. pieces of color.
I like taking images that capture the personalities of places I visit – like these colorful houses that define St. Johns Newfoundland..
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A New Day: Living Life Almost Gracefully 
I take it the beauties are grandchildren. They look happy and health.
Wonderful clear shot. Love the rose (my favs of all). How peaceful is the swing and the cup, almost a prayer.
Be well. Enjoyed vist … Blog on.
P.S.: Your blog. Your rules. Do what you will. (Maybe that’s your rule!)
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Yes they are grandchildren, Jamie. They are a delight. And my swing in my favorite place to be in the summer months. Thanks for visiting.
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Nice set of photos!!!
Great!
Happy New Year, Pat!!!
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Thank you so much, Pedro. And I wish you a 2013 full of wonderful photography and blogging.
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A lovely collection Pat, Happy New Year!
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Thanks, and a happy new year to you, too, Georgia.
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sweet and pretty
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🙂
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“… sunbathers that are an even smaller part of the Meat Cove…” = my favorite photo!
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Mine, too, Frizz. I don’t get tired of looking at it. Thanks for being such a faithful and affirming follower.
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Love the pictures of the beach in Nova Scotia – I wonder why its called Meat Cove? – and the rose. And also the bare swing with the mug on it…
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Isn’t it a strange name? I wondered too – but decided that I would like to have my fantasies instead of hearing some mundane answer. 🙂 Thanks for visiting, Rosie.
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Love your favourite pics, Pat. Those colourful houses in Newfoundland are really cute, and your grandchildren are so lovely. Thanks for sharing. Happy New Year to you. 🙂
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I sat and smiled as I read your comment – thanks. And I wish you lots of wonderful experiences to blog about in 2013, 🙂
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You made a wonderful selection of faves from 2012! It’s easy to see your love for your granddaughters – so lovely. I think my faves are the ones of Meat Cove and the beach but then I am a big water fan. Happy New Year to you!
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It is so much fun watching the personalities of the girls develop. And trying to capture their personalities in photographs requires me to be more in tune with them. What a blessing. And I keep going back to the Meat Cove photos, so I do believe they are my faves.
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Your pictures and family are beautiful… 😉
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Eliz
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Thank you, Eliz. I will save you the pain of singing back – but the wish is coming your way. I hope your 2013 is full of blogging joy.
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i love the porch swing, and i also love the beach cove image. the latter makes me ponder mother earth and her amazing powers of geology! i also enjoyed the images of your granddaughters!
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Thanks. I think you picked my favorites. But then I am finding that picking favorite photos is like picking favorite children. Of course I deleted my non-favorites – photos, not children. 🙂
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ja! so true! have a wonderful 2013!
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Pat – Looks to me like you followed “the rules” to a T. Add to that, your faves from ’12 are just terrific!
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You are so sweet. 2012 seemed to be a good year for you and I hope 2013 is even better. I look forward to keeping track of your travels and photography from beautiful Italy.
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