Solar Eclipse in Southeast Michigan: August 2017

shadows of trees leaves on sidewalk with vague crescents from the solar eclipse

Today’s solar eclipse in the United States, as seen through the shadows of the tree leaves.

While watching TV to see the eclipse totality in Madras, Oregon and Carbondale, Illinois was amazing (it was incredible to see how dark it became), there’s nothing like experiencing the eclipse on your own! Continue reading Solar Eclipse in Southeast Michigan: August 2017

Photo of the Week: Backroad Adventure in Ypsilanti

Brilliant golden leaves of maple and hickory trees with evergreens line a backroad

This weekend was the perfect fall weekend for people in northern United States who love fall colors, clear blue skies, and warm temperatures. I caught this shot as we were approaching a bend in the road on a backroad in Ypsilanti, Michigan, a nearby city in southeastern Michigan. It was that time of the evening,… Continue reading Photo of the Week: Backroad Adventure in Ypsilanti

Photo of the Week: Tufted Titmouse

Tufted titmouse feeding from hand

Hiking and bird watching in Kensington Metro Park in Milford, Michigan is one of my favorite things to do in the winter. With no leaves on the trees and few birds overwintering in Michigan, it’s a lot easier to spot and identify the birds. This Tufted Titmouse (and his friend trying to fly in behind… Continue reading Photo of the Week: Tufted Titmouse