Late afternoon and early evening in winter often finds me on dirt backroads in southeast Michigan, peering over snow-covered fields for the moth-like flapping of the Short-eared Owl. And I’m not always successful finding the owl. A few seconds before I took this photo a flock of about 40 American Tree Sparrows flew off toward… Continue reading Photo of the Week: Brilliant Winter Sunset in Michigan
Often seen along the roadsides in Michigan as well as open fields, teasel takes on a different look in winter after a snowfall. The snow-covered flower heads of the almost seven-foot tall Cut-leaf Teasel look like cotton balls to me. What do you think they look like?
If there’s one thing Michigan folks enjoy in summer, it’s fresh sweet corn, Michigan blueberries, and one of my favorites: Michigan peaches!
A local orchard comes to our Sunday farmer’s market to sell their vegetables and fruits, including their delicious Red Haven peaches.
Today I picked up a bag of peaches and I’m already sorry I didn’t get two bags so I could make some peach pie or jam.
Continue reading Photo of the Week: Michigan Peaches are Here!