Mountain sunset~SOOC Sunday 022011

One afternoon, after school, I headed up Highway 74 to view the sunset. There were quite a few other people at the Vista Point overlook and turnout. I actually traveled down the mountain a little way and pulled over to take this photo. SOOC Sunday, February 20, 2011.

Sweet acacia~Mellow Yellow Monday 021411

Our sweet acacias are beginning to bloom. Their scent drifts throughout our yard (I have 8 of them in the yard!) I like their shade and yes, in the spring, their delightful smell! Some little birds also enjoy them and frequently make their nests near the acacias. They are a delightful tree for the desert, but watch out for their thorns! They provide a mesh-like shade for a patio and grow quickly. They also naturalize, so if you have one, soon you'll have more! Mellow Yellow Monday for February 14, 2011. Happy Valentine's Day (also my birthday!).

Wildflower~Macro Friday 021111

Just a pretty yellow flower that I found at the Living Desert Reserve a couple of weeks ago. Macro Friday for February 11, 2011.

Desert flower~Macro Outdoor Challenge 020711

Hubby and I recently took a Saturday photography class out at Anza Borrego park, near the Salton Sea. We spent the morning doing macro photography, which I thoroughly enjoyed! At one point in the morning, we discovered these flowers blooming out in the desert. I think they are salvia, but I'm going to have to check that! Whatever they were, they intrigued me and I enjoyed photographing them! :-) Macro Outdoor Challenge for February 7, 2011. To see other participants, please do visit: http://livingtakestalent.blogspot.com

First of the month~February 2011

This month, I was out and around town. Nothing spectacular, but I did see some beautiful flowers in full bloom and considering that most of the country is under snow, I though I'd share some "California sunshine" with you! :-) First of the month for February, 2011. To see other participants' entries, please stop by and visit: http://www.murrieta365.com/