Nature's Edge
by Dick Hudson
Title
Nature's Edge
Artist
Dick Hudson
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
A painterly look at the natural plant life near my favorite nature path at Shingle Creek Park in Kissimmee Florida.
This park, far from Disney's Animal Kingdom, abounds in natural habitat for birds and animals. It is quiet ... especially in the morning, when the sunlight sparkles against the dew strewn plants. There are pathways into this rugged plant scape, most of which are too small for me to follow. Hidden behind these plants are deer, wild boar, fox, raccoon, snakes, and other small critters.
Otters and gators enjoy the nearby creek. Trees are full of nests, rife with accompanying chirping.
On this day I saw Pileated Woodpeckers, Cranes, and various hawks staring down from the protection of a tree, behind this natural edge. Small birds jump from limb to limb, too nervous to stand still. I imagine the emerging of wildlife after dusk, when the people on the path go to their own homes.
Today I saw no people, a special blessing only bestowed on early risers. It is nice to have a favorite place.
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December 12th, 2015
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