Ranch Sunset



Coastal range in the distance.

Wildflowers Emerge



Pedicularis densiflora coming up under the oaks.

Celebrating Green



Elderberry sends out new shoots and leaves.

Winter Bloomer



Lots of bees buzzing on the manzanitas in bloom.

Clear Skies



Bare buckeye branches and snow in the Sierras.

Gooseberry



These tiny fuchsia-like blossoms are ready to open.

Log with Fungi and Snow



Winter sight.

Clouds on the Move



From the valley, over the foothills on to the high country.

Snow Covered Brush



Melting away before my eyes.

Branches of Snow



The landscape altering drama of snow.

Live Oak with Snow



Bits of snow cling to branches.

Sort of a Waterfall



Recent rainfall rushes toward the seasonal creek.

Boulder a la Mode



A whole different look -- topped with snow.

Snow Tracks



I'm guessing a rabbit -- but maybe a bobcat?

Seasonal Water



A favorite hangout for tadpoles fills up with water.

Snow on the Lens



Melting snow and water everywhere.

Running Down the Road



Snow melting everywhere and lots to explore.

Snow Tracks



An early bird leaves a trail.

Waking Up to Snow



Just a light dusting.

Winter Sights



Lichen on a log.

A Storm This Way Comes



The clouds roll toward us.

Rock Bench



Comes with moss upholstery.

Seasonal Reflections



Puddle between the oaks swells after the latest storm.

Hellebore in the Rain



Just beginning to bloom, these last for months.

Pancake on a Stem



Another fungus rises through the garden mulch.

Fungi Newly Emerged



Breaking through, cap first.

Grinding Hole Becomes Drinking Bowl



Rain pools on the granite.