Hooper's Island Bridge
Built in 1980 with a proposed cost of $500,000 but ended up at more than $3.5 million. Is it a "Monument of Man's Stupidity"? See here for the thoughts of then County Commissioner Tom Flowers thoughts. I think you'll get a good chuckle. https://www.secretsoftheeasternshore.com/quote-monument-mans-stupidity/
The Trees of the Marsh
I took this photograph from the parking lot of Old Salty's Restaurant on Hooper's Island, MD.
Isle in the Fog
I left yesterday morning and headed to Hooper's Island and there was a heavy fog for most of my morning travels. This scene was taken as I was crossing a narrow strip of land at the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge and it just grabbed my attention. This was taken with what I call my "Real Camera" and I can not post these photographs until I'm back at my home. So, although my short excursion is over, I now get to truly see what I captured with my Nikon.
Death in the Marsh
As the saltwater of the Chesapeake Bay intrudes the Marsh the trees die off. It creates a beautiful but sad scene. Taken on Hooper's Island during my recent road trip.
Fall Softness
Sometimes it's the little things that capture my attention and this scene was yelling to me.
Fence Along the Road
The mix of colors captured my attention as I was driving along Hooper's Island Road.
Pine Tree and the Docks
More from Hooper's Island, MD.
Cranes at the Water's Edge
This scene was taken at the docks of Vienna, MD and it's not the cranes you would normally see along the water's edge.
Buddy - The work dog...
Buddy quickly became Juni's and my friend during our stay at Arlington Farm. I was told that they were having problems with the local fox population wiping out their chickens and ducks. That is until they got Buddy. Once he showed up and went to work the fowl could go about their merry way without fear.
Keeping Watch
When we first pulled onto the farm property, the goats greeted us by watching our every move. As we were parking and getting out of the car, Nurrel told me that I could allow Juni to run off lead. I did and for the next half hour she chased the goats all around the property. I finally got her back on her leash and the goats then kept watch of our every move.
Crossing the Fence Line
The fence doesn't stop the goats from making their way about the farm. These guys were such a hoot to watch as Juni and I hike around the farm.
More of the Herd
It's like they were saying "No way are we gonna allow that little dog to sneak up on us again".
The Pond
This was my view from my camping spot at Lexington Farm.
The Lone Sailboat
Docked in the canal in the center of the Irish Eyes reflections. I was out early this morning on my walk with Juni but we were in that middle light area. That grey time of the morning that comes after the beautiful predawn blue light but before the golden colors as the sun is rising.
Over the Overfalls
That little white ball in the sky is a 79% Waning Gibbous... yeah, I know... it's the moon. It was great to be back out with my Nikon and with Juni of course. Enjoy your day.
Blue Skies of the Morning
Taken well. before sunrise along the canal in Lewes. It's nice to be back to using my Nikon and it's always special to be on a walk with my little dog Juni.
Front Street
Architecture of Lewes. I was up very early this morning and I was in time to catch the blue hour that comes well before sunrise. You can see the light starting to change way off in the distance and there were some wispy clouds that added a texture to the sky.
Morning Blues of Lewes
This is more of my early morning walk on February 16th.
Gull on a Piling
Taken during my early morning walk with Juni.
Morning View
This is the view that I get to see during many of my morning walks with my little dog. I never want to take this for granted.
Piling Reflections
Taken from the walking path of the Canal Front Park looking across the canal to the pilings in front of Irish Eyes. You can see the green and yellow lights of the restaurant's deck area.
We're Open
Lewes Harbor Marina is open and ready for business... and, keep in mind, I took this photograph at 6:05 this morning as Juni and I were taking our walk. Note: I didn't have a tripod with me so I had to prop my camera on a piling to be able to capture this with minimal blur. It's called, making use of what's around you.
Stuck
As the silt from the canal is pushed in around the Overfalls it becomes "Stuck". Taken during my morning walk
Pine Needles
Juni and I took a nice long walk in the pine forest of the Cape Henlopen State Park again today. Our weather today is again giving me that yearning for spring.
The Pier
It was a grey morning walk with just a touch of color at the horizon as the sun was making its first appearance for the upcoming day. I took this photograph along the canal in Lewes and I'm looking toward Rehoboth Beach with the Freeman Highway Bridge in the frame. I had to use a post as a makeshift tripod due to the lack of natural light at that time of the morning. Get out there and enjoy the day.
Looking up a Pine
How do you look up a pine? Well, let me tell you how I do it... I lie on my back in a soft bed of pine needles with my head close to the trunk of the tree and then focus my camera towards the top. Thus I end up with an interesting look at nature.
The Crows Nest
And the light is always on. This is the crows nest of the Lightship Overfalls of Lewes, DE. Yeah, Juni was with me. See more at randylroberts.com
The Maritime Flagpole
Located along Gills Neck Road, I walk past this flagpole most every morning and I've been wanting to photograph it with the sunrise in the background. This morning I had the opportunity to capture it. I think my dog Juni was as happy as I was.
Artwork in the Park
Blockhouse Pond Park, Lewes, DE
On the Broadkill
For my therapy today I went to Milton and spent a few hours kayaking the Broadkill River. When my fishing line got snagged onto a stump and I went back into the back water area to retrieve it, this was the sight I saw. This tree had created it's own little island "On the Broadkill".
Surreal
Taken as I was kayaking in my favorite pond in Delaware. This is a bald cypress tree that is surrounded by duckweed.
Morning on Wagamons Pond
I took this photograph while kayaking on Wagamons Pond in Milton, DE
Getting in Close
Taken at the same time as when I was tucked back in retrieving my fishing line from its hold on a sunken stump. The plant is an Arrow Arum.
All Decked Out
For the Annual Joe Morris Flounder Tournament. This guy looks like he's ready for a good day on the water.
Duckweed and the Clear Blue Sky
Yet another photograph from my day kayaking with the pond covered in duckweed. This is not a healthy sign for the pond but it is so beautiful to experience.
The Milton Mermaid
I took this photograph while kayaking on Wagamons Pond in Milton, DE
A Time of Reflection
Blockhouse pond in a peaceful state. Taken during my morning walk with with my dog Juni.
Lady of Peace
Taken on a side street in Ocean City, MD. iPhone Photography.
Seed Pods
A sure sign of spring. Taken in my backyard. iPhone Photography.
Garden of Good and Evil
I took this photograph in the Park that surrounds the Zwaanendael Museum during a recent early morning walk.
To Let
And it's available... are you? Berlin, MD. iPhone Photography.
Tulips
Taken during the annual tulip festival in Lewes, DE. During this time of year the town is bubling over with tulips most everywhere you cast your eyes. iPhone Photography.
Purple Pitcher Plant
Taken from my kayak on Waples Pond. I had to reach out to friends to help in the identification of this plant.