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First Snow

Snow is rare where I live, so the first is always the most beautiful and loved

Tranquilty

The Hill Country hides lots of little hidden gems like this one

The Fragility of Life

Its amazing how life can flourish in the most desolate places

Still Clinging to Life

This was one of the last trees to succumb to winter here.

To Reach the Top

A lovely little path that lead to the top of a small mesa.

Renewel

Deep green leaves standing out against the crystalline snow.

Pretty in Pink

The colours on this rose just seemed to beg for attention!

Broken

Though broken, life still springs from this dead and broken tree.

Lapping at the roots

The roots of this bush clung tightly to the rocky shore of the lake.

Desert Bloom

It was the time of year when the cacti were blooming, the colors popping against the barren landscape

Desert Nobel

The tall, mighty Sequoia Cactus. Both a recognizable feature of the desert, and a home for many animals.

Balance Rock

A perfectly balanced rock found in the Garden of the Gods.

Brook in Winter

Another little hidden gem of the Hill Country.

Desert Fruit

After flowering, the desert cacti provide food for many animals as well.

Making a Point

A rather bushy cactus who made sure to let anyone who passed by know it was there.

Clinging to life

Once again, the resilience of plants can be seen.

Pop of Green

A desert bush's leaves pop out against the dry landscape.

Dynamics

Just the way that the foliage falls makes for a dynamic statement.

Peaceful Day

A quiet, peaceful day on the shores of a beautiful, mountain lake.