2012, Day 68 - Weathered

Nature constantly amazes me.  I have always lived in communities where natural space is treasured but I somehow managed not to notice it until I moved to Portland.  Today the high h it the mid sixties and the warm weather and sun seems to have spurred on the coming of spring.  My star magnolia that was in bud yesterday is starting to bloom in earnest.  The winter daphne is strong and sweet in the air.  As I walked my dogs cool air filled my lungs while the warm sun beat down on my back.  Life is so vibrant this time of year and I hope that everyone has an opportunity to appreciate its beauty.

Canon 1Ds Mark II, Canon 100/f.2.8L IS
100mm, f5.6, 1/250 sec @ 320 ISO