The last day of this year and as I look toward the New Year, I have hopes and aspirations for what the year ahead may bring. It’s important to recognize that we are the constant in this ever-changing world.
As I flip the last page of a calendar year and head into the next one, I realize the pause in between is our moment of reflection. If I could, I would spend this evening with the people I love so dearly. I would look into their eyes with a big smile and let them know how grateful I am to have them by my side on this journey called life. We would dance, laugh, and fully embrace the present moment.
I am also grateful for the readers that come to this little website and sift through the ramblings about a couple of lives that have produced articles with no real rhyme or reason. Other than what we have called a place of reverie.
As I sat and pondered about a friend called and said let’s go find the Snowy Owl in Cypress that has been in the news lately. It has been over 100 years since one has been seen here in Southern California and since I have been a wildlife/bird photographer most all of my life I did not hesitate, especially since I have never seen one.
Arriving in the general location it only took a few minutes to find the other photographers standing by the road with cameras in hand and on tripods waiting for the young owl to do something. I walked as close as I could, took a few shots and wished it well, and left. A very nice way to end the year. A bird that was missing from my portfolio and one I have wished to see for a very long time.
So with that, I wish to give you all the gift of resilience and determination. May your resolve remain steadfast, allowing you to persevere through any challenges and never give up on your dreams. May you stay strong and never lose sight of your desires, even in the face of adversity.