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More Barred Owl clicks from last week. Such a beau

More Barred Owl clicks from last week. Such a beautiful bird. 🦉 😊

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Every morning I wake up and look out the window wi

Every morning I wake up and look out the window with the hopes of seeing some type of wildlife. This morning was no different except I did a double take when I saw this big fluff ball perched up in the bird garden.
It’s a Barred Owl!
First I just stared at it for a bit to take it all in and enjoy the presence of such a magnificent creature. Then after taking a couple mental pictures, I quietly crept down the stairs and grabbed my camera. Then I took a few shots through the window just in case it flew off (luckily it didn’t!). Then I gently opened the window and clicked away! I’ve dreamt of this particular scenario for a couple of years now and am beyond thrilled that it really happened and the outcome and whole experience.
You never know what the day has in store so it’s best to approach it with gratitude, excitement and a positive mindset. 🦉 🌞😊

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One more from this weekends adventures 🌞😊 .

One more from this weekends adventures 🌞😊

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A couple more from yesterdays adventures, sunset a

A couple more from yesterdays adventures, sunset at Lookout Point, in Harpswell.🌞

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It was a beautiful day to take a drive. We ended u

It was a beautiful day to take a drive. We ended up in one of my favorite spots - Lookout Point in Harpswell, Maine. This iconic boat is usually floating or sitting (depending on the tide) in front of one of the islands. It was a nice treat to see it sitting high up on the hill overlooking the water. Have a great rest of the weekend! 😊

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Squirrel 🐿️ 😊 . #freeportmaine #shotonc

Squirrel 🐿️ 😊

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What I see out my window today 🌞 I haven’t b

What I see out my window today 🌞
I haven’t been able to get back out there yet, as I’m still working on recovering. But thought I would at least try to get a few good shots out my window in the bird garden. Have a great rest of the week! 😊

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Love these little chickadees! This one was given m

Love these little chickadees! This one was given me the stink eye because the feeders were almost empty! 😆 time to fill them up! 😊

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My top 9, not based on algorithm likes but just th

My top 9, not based on algorithm likes but just the 9 photos of 2022 I’m most proud of and that have meant the most to me this year.

This year has been full of highs, lows and everything in between. The “highs” included:
- Having my first indoor booth space at the freeport makers market for a few months (& learning so much from that experience)
- Participating in the Makers on Main & Fall Festival in Freeport (for the 2nd year)
- Shooting the first Freeport Oyster Festival
- Experiencing my first concert photography with @guster during their On the Ocean weekend
- Creating knitting tutorial videos for my wife @elizabethsmithknits & also doing more regular photoshoots with her.

During most of these amazing experiences I was sick, getting sick or getting over being sick. Looking back over the last couple of years it’s a bit blurry & I often asked Elizabeth after, did all that really just happen, or did I do ok or pull it off!?

As for lows, it’s been my health. I’ve had multiple procedures, surgeries & hospital stays again this year. I try to have a positive outlook despite all of this, but the reality is that it’s been super tough. And in a very recent development, I’ve just learned the “why” to many of my seemingly random health issues. Thanks to genetic testing and a positive sweat test, I have learned I have a form of Cystic Fibrosis (atypical). Mine has affected multiple organs, including my lungs, digestive system and more.
I’m at the early stages of diagnosis so there is still so much more to learn, but I now have an explanation for so many of my health issues. I’m still digesting everything & it’s a mix of emotions, but right now it feels very heavy. But I will take things one day at a time & I expect photography will continue to be one of my therapies, allowing me to not only enjoy beautiful nature around me but also to connect with all of you.

Thanks for following along & thank you for all the likes comments and shares of my photography. I can’t express how much it has meant to me & how much it encourages me to get out there and make the best of everyday.

Wishing you a happy & healthy new year.

The American Red Squirrel 🐿️ Sitting pretty i

The American Red Squirrel 🐿️
Sitting pretty in the bird garden.

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Here are some clicks of a few Mourning doves I cap

Here are some clicks of a few Mourning doves I captured through my window during the storm today. I love how fluffy they are along with their beautiful colors and textures.
I hope you have a great rest of the weekend!

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Just finishing up one of the toughest weeks of my

Just finishing up one of the toughest weeks of my life. That says a lot, since I’ve had way too many surgeries and procedures to count. Finally turning the corner today, and hopefully going home next week sometime, to continue my recovery.
Still a long road to travel but super grateful to start to feel even a tiny bit better.

I’ve been really enjoying all the Christmas parade and tree shots on my feed. And hope to get better in time to get out there and capture a few of my own. Even if it’s just a hop out of the car and click a couple and head home.

As far as hospital views go I’m lucky to have a private room with a decent view. Here’s a few shots from the last couple of days. I’ve been playing around with window reflection photography.
Have a great rest of the weekend and thank you to so much for all the good vibes, prayers and support. I can’t even begin to express how much it’s meant to me.

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