A beautiful summer moment.

Children have an amazing way of examining the world around them. They still look at the world in awe, taking time to genuinely look at something.
When we grow up we assume we know what any given flower looks like. We forget that once we examined the petals one by one with wonder, then reveled in the symmetry of nature.
About the photo: desaturated color with sepia toning added. Strong vertical vignette added. High pass bleach filter

April Showers

April is one of those months (in Michigan) where you fool yourself into believing summer is here. The snow has melted away and plants are starting to bloom. It is those cold april showers that remind us that it is not yet summer. It's only spring, but one step closer to summer, so i'll take it. This photograph was taken at an antiques dealer. There is a lovely garden area with topiaries, fountains & wrought iron fences from victorian gardens long ago.
The little snail looks like he wants to jump into the water and go for a swim.
Well, we all know how fast snails move.
I think I know how that little guy feels, and I'm moving at about the same pace too.
One of the most frequently used cliches from my inner dialogue, "Slow and steady wins the race."
I'll root for that little snail, he's only been on that ledge for about 127 years.