Lost in the Weeds


I shot for over an hour at dusk last night in a vacant lot across from my sister-in-law's house. It was quite restorative to lose myself like that

As you know, weeds fascinate me. They grow where they want to, often in quite inhospitable environments. Their structure, their offbeat beauty, and their determination inspire me. They have no idea that they are not wanted. They are merely living out their best destiny, without any qualms whatsoever.

This shot was my last click of the shutter for the evening. After an hour, my arms were tired and shaky. But when I saw the sun setting behind the dandelions, I had to go for it. I was hopeful that I got the shot.

I did. What a beauty. Nature never fails to inspire me.

5 comments:

Carolyn said...

Kim, I love your thoughts, and the shot. Stubborn beauty. :-)

Tracy P. said...

Ditto Carolyn. Wonderful glow!

Nutrition Tailor said...

Love the comments as well as the beauty of your photography. Some of my favorite flowers are "weeds."

Julie said...

The backlight color is just gorgeous! Love this.

Nicole Rae Studio said...

I could have written your thoughts. So often I find myself getting lost in a vacant lot. Where other people see a new strip mall I see nature fighting back. I think one of my goals is to have other people see it as well. I love this post... and the photograph. :)