I never cease to be amazed at the many amazing and beautiful creatures and formations upon this grand earth. Would that I could see them all before I die.
How many new things I discover when spending time out of doors and in different places.
I had never even heard of a Cicada before moving to the eastern United States and now I love to hear their sound in the trees every summer. Though I can’t say they are a beautiful creature, they fill me with wonder.
A few days ago a friend took me to a trail she had discovered. We each brought our kids and followed it down to a little stream. As we waded in the cool water we saw small groups of minnows and a crawfish here and there, propelling itself along.
The sound of a Bullfrog hiding somewhere along the bank, resonated in the air at times.
The most amazing creature I discovered on this little hike was something I thought was a dragonfly. There were none by the stream but we saw them in groups of three and four perched delicately on the leaves of bushes we passed. Their wings appeared to be solid black and their bodies were a brilliant blue-green color. I came home and googled to find out what it was right away. It turns out the insect was a Black-Winged Damselfly. What a beauty!
I love being out in nature and I love sharing the wonder with my children. I hope to instill in them a respect for all of God’s glorious creations.
Thank you so much for your kind comments on the Bluebird Cove blog. It’s always exciting when I can reply to the comment, which is rare since email address is not required on Blogger. I love the theme of your blog! I was a home-school mom so parenting and was one of the balls I juggled at one time. We weren’t online until after my full-time mom title got retired.
Just wanted to give you a link to an online photo gallery I have and it is the section where the Black-winged Damselfly photos are. They are magically creatures and seemingly the most brave since it is easy to get good photos of them without them.
http://www.theherbsplace.com/gallery/critters2006/IMG_4185
Thanks again for taking the time to email. It’s grand knowing there are others in awe and wonder at what God created for us as gifts. I believe each one shows a certain aspect of who He is and how generously He gives to us, His children.
Thanks for the link. You have so many lovely photos up. It must be such a peaceful retreat having so much nature and wildlife around. I live in a big city right now but the ocassional squirrel will visit our balcony and bright red cardinals will perch in the trees outside our window at times.
Speaking of pictures, I REALLY like the picture in your header. It is so touching to me.
Oh, thanks. I took that picture just yesterday.