#simplepleasure

There was a time when coffee meant speed. Drink fast, get going, do the day. Now, I sit with my cup. Sometimes I don’t even drink it all. I just hold it, let it warm my hands, and think about almost nothing.

I love simplicity in a photo, and this one is one of my favorite! There is a pleasant feel and look about it! It is calmed! It gives me a feeling of uncluttered and just peace! Text and Photo @IcyBC All

It was four days ago that I noticed my voting power carrying a tiny amount (.01) after I posted my first black and white challenge photo. I was ecstatic! It might be nothing for some, but for me, it was

Gone are the summer sun, the flowers, and the butterflies! What I have left is the memory, and a huge archive of images to look at and enjoy. My sunfire tickseed flower attracted butterflies, skippers,

I used to have to get on the road very early in the morning while it was still dark to drop off my son at school. On one of those mornings, this gorgeous sky was in front of my eyes. I had to park the

Dutifully, I will have to leave my home very early this morning, and report to the court house for my jury duty. It is such an inconvenient and a dreadful drive to downtown but there was no other choices.

This little cherry is red and ripe! They are getting ready to feed the winter birds, right outside my window. Last year, the gardener trimmed to bare branches, and so we missed all the winter birds, especially

Standing still and right at edge of this river, he is in a deep contemplation with thoughts. Should I go in? Swim across to the other side? Or should I just stand here and enjoy the absolute beauty of

You must find a spot to pull your car over and park when you see the sky is dressed in pretty pink color. And if you are lucky having a camera with you, you have to take some shots just for memory keepsake.

We had lot of rain this past week, and after rain I usually went on a hunt in my backyard. That's just it; I am a backyard happy clicker. I am not a traveler nor can call myself a photographer. These beautiful

Three weeks ago, a small group of friends from church, took me out to celebrate my birthday, late. More than a month later since my mom had a big heart attack and was in all kind of issues. They waited

Wild aster flower shines and growing profusely along the fence of my home at this time of year. They thrive in chilly weather and self sufficient! No need for caring or fussing. They just grow and do their

This was a shot of the crescent moon last night while I was on my deck taking in some nice cool fresh air. The world was in slumber land already and I love the quietness in the neighborhood. Accompanied

Keep focus on what I want to do, and some time, somewhere in time, something remarkably will happen. I have the patience to wait, and my attention is undivided. Snap, crackle and pop! My shots for the

This was a quick shot at one of the pondss on Belle Isle where I took my son out to go fishing. We were the only two people there! It was a nice day and quiet. We were both chasing our own thoughts and

The sky hold a magic and whatever your wishes, it will grant! The day is over, good night moon, good night world; until tomorrow!

Happiness is a choice and it is something we must train our minds to think toward. It is a conscious choice and a formed habit! I have collected many great quotes and put them on my own photos as a reminder