Even in the dark times
when we are in shadow
that phase is complete
for if not
how therefore
could it prepare for
the next phase
that which is Light?
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Photography/ “All Is Complete”/ January 2017©AmyRose
http://www.herladypinkrose.wordpress.com
Yesterday it snowed here. And so I prepared to go out to take pictures while it was snowing, something I will think twice to do again. Between getting all the clothes and layers on needed to stay warm and figuring out how to keep my camera as dry as possible, I was fussing more then I was funning. What a hassle!! How spoiled I had become during the warmer months with only the clothes on my back to be concerned about. Let me tell you, this snow landscape business is tough bahoonies!
Trying to keep myself lighthearted I took pictures (selfies) while I was getting dressed laughing at myself the way my hair was standing straight up after I put my headband on and then when I was out in the snow with the umbrella hat on, I peered over my glasses to take a selfie and my facial expression said it all. OK! This really is for those whose nuts and bolts are not quite tight. And I guess I’m one of them!! LOL
This image was taken in Como Lake Park that sets behind us. I didn’t get far and I didn’t stay out long. I was in no “mood” to contend with a snow storm. So I clicked as fast as I could and headed home after I had to scrape the ice off of my windshield and brushing the rest of my car off of the snow that had accumulated. Winter! Oh what I wouldn’t do for you! Please enjoy this image today and know it was taken with great sacrifice involved. LOL
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I completely love this post!
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Ah! So all my struggles were not for naught! Whew! Thank you, Ann!!! 🙂 And good morning!! ❤
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Very gloomy….but at least the water is gurgling!!!
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I thought it beautiful, Mom. 🙂 ❤
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Beautiful photo Amy and I do remember, how it was to live in a cold country in the winter. Here I feel cold sometimes, but nothing compared to real cold, as you were out in to photograph.
I enjoy too the times, where I don’t need to bother with lots of extra clothe. Then I’m out in few minutes, now I need to dress more and use much more time, which Odin is not so happy for.
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Irene, this dressing for the cold weather is a hassle believe me. I am so appreciative of the warm months here when I can walk around in shorts and tank top. So easy. At least I do have the appropriate clothing to wear to keep me warm when it is cold outside, so for this I am very grateful for. ❤
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To me the photo was worth all your trouble in getting it.
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Thank you, Scott. I have a few others that turned out well too. Today I stayed in. Too cold with temps down in the single digits. No thank you! ❤
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The lines are the essence of reality.
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Why I do thank you for this compliment. I am really honored. Thank you! ❤
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Perfectly dreary! I love it! Maybe perfect for this kind of shot!
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Ah, yet if you change the lens of perception, Beauty is seen in symmetry and emotion. I was in awe when I stood taking this image. 🙂 ❤
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Very pretty picture and keep warm! ☺
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Thank you!!! And I am keeping warm!! ❤
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That’s great!
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Love this image, also.I know what you mean about all the layers. With our bitter cold here you feel it takes forever just to get ready to go outside. Hugs ❤
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*sigh* Tell me. I make sure I have all my winter clothing in certain spots to easily get to. There is nothing more frustrating for me to be hunting for something as well as wanting to get out there to shoot. Organization is key at least it is for me! 🙂 ❤
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We do also and it sure helps as you get ready to head out the door. Still come on Spring….lol ❤
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I shiver just reading! 🙂 But the pictures are be-you-tiful! Stay warm and dry Lady Amy!
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I really was warm, Mar, … story on how I dressed tomorrow. And I do thank you for your lovely compliment. Bless you! ❤
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I appreciate your sacrifice, Amy. I love rivers and the snow and ice along the shore are a specific sign of a winter that is really just arriving. When you see that, you know more ice and snow are coming.
Yesterday, you were picking on my for posting multiple photos. Now it’s my turn. Why only this one beautiful image, Amy? Where are those selfies?
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Laughing. One selfie is on FB. I was thinking of posting them here … perhaps part 2? 😟
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Darn it darn it darn it!! Now I just gotta post those pics. Tomorrow. You win. Get ready for laughs. I was splitting my sides laughing.
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Looking forward to this 🙂
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I just cannot walk away from a challenge. 😲
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Brave Woman
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*smile* Thank you, Susan! All in the day of the life of me. Tomorrow I will be posting behind the scenes pictures and my story. LOL ❤
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I admire you that you still went outside! I was one of those who stayed inside. But you know what? Actually, I love that kind of weather. I love coming back home from such a trip and the cloudy darker light has something I also like about… once I pushed myself to go outside… lol!
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Tomorrow I am posting pictures from behind the scenes and my story. It’s meant to make the reader laugh. I was just too stressed and tired to be out and about in that kind of weather. I’m dealing with one of my babies who has become ill again. The laughter really helps as does my camera, believe me!! ❤
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You find the right tools to get your head out of the fog! I am laughing with you, dear! Looking forward to tomorrow!
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Perfect angle and perspective! Awesome!! ❤
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THANK YOU, Amy!!! BIG SMILE! ❤
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The picture is quite emotional portraying cold winter season! Please keep warm.
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Thank you, YellowCable, and oh yes, I am staying warm. Hope you are having a great day! ❤
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Beautiful ❤ ❤ Love this post 🙂 🙂 I wish you a successful year this year dear x x
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Thank you ever so kindly!!! I wish you only the very same in return! 🙂 ❤
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Your most welcome 🙂 🙂 Thank you so much ❤ ❤ x x
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I understand! It is absolutely freezing here right now! I mean freezing!
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Yep here too. Single digits. I am staying inside today. I must do my barn run and I will make sure my face is covered. I do not look forward in digging out ice from out of the horse’s bucket today. But I’ll do it! ❤
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The heart in your words are as beautiful as the picture Amy. And thank you for tempting the icicles on your nose (and the poor camera), for us to enjoy this…even though I think hell on earth has arrived in my neck of the woods, we’ve had days of around 100 degree’s between Christmas and New Year, it’s finally back to a more comfortable 90. Would you like me to send a degree or two over? 😀 ❤
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I would absolutely LOVE to have a degree or two here, Mark, seeing it is now in the single digits. Extreme. Cold. Sorry to hear about your heat for I know just as well how uncomfortable that hot is. I’ll seen you some icicles to cool things down. 🙂 ❤
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All of that preparation Amy was well worth the effort.. lovely photo.. But I am pleased you chose to dress well.. Much better to have warm fingers and toes than to have them turn to blocks of ice..
Sending Huge hugs..
Sue ❤
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Thank you, Sue! Sending BIG (((HUGS))) right back at you! ❤
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Oh so worth the chill! Lovely image Amy .. 😃
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Thank you, Julie! ❤
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A worthwhile sacrifice for a beautiful picture of Como Lake Park, thank you for sharing! x
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You are welcome! ❤
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Beautiful in words, thoughts and picture of the freezing waters. Message taken to heart! ❤
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❤ xoxoxo
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