Swede’s Photographs

Orange Gaze in the Green This is a killdeer (Charadrius vociferus) I saw during the summer. There are quite a few around here and there—they’re fascinating to watch.

Firey Sky The sky on the day I took this image was vivid at dusk—deep blue at the top, fading into red, orange, yellow, and a pale whitish gold near the horizon. The ambient light in the backyard glowed with a warm, golden hue. For those who love skies set ablaze with color—sunsets that linger, clouds that speak in texture and light—my gallery holds a collection crafted just for you.

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Vertical Vigil This turned out to be a pretty sharp image of a Red-bellied Woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinus). I like how the shadow from the wood post falls across the bird’s front side—it adds a bit of quiet drama to the pose.

Tan with a Touch of Fire I don't particularly care for the way this image of a female northern cardinal (scientific name) turned out. The original was too noisy, and I couldn't quite get it all smoothed out. But I thought the way her crest kind of leans sassily to one side and wanted to share. northern cardinals and other members of the Cardinalidae family—better known as the cardinal family—step into my photo gallery for a visual feast. Come take a look:

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Good morning. ☀️🌤️🌥️ 24 January 2025 A storm is coming. I mean literally—a storm is coming. In fact, I think it might already be here. It’s still above freezing where I am, but the weather app says sleet for the next hour. I don’t see it yet, not exactly, but it’s supposed to get colder as the day goes on, with precipitation throughout the afternoon and evening. Ha—yes, I meant precipitation, but sometimes I like to use the wrong word just to keep things human. Speaking of participation, I think we’re right near the southern edge of that massive system sweeping through the center of the country today. It would be nice if we opted out of the precipitation promised for today and tomorrow. The last ice storm we had was three or four years ago, and the power was out for nearly a week. We had a generator, but there was a snafu with the gas company, so getting the tank refilled was a challenge. We lost water service as well, even though we’re not on a well. Hmm. That joke didn’t land well. These days, we’re sort of prepared. We’ve got a generator and a full, larger propane tank to keep the electricity going. We go through a lot just to avoid struggling through events like this. I guess you could say we struggle not to struggle. Anyway, I don’t think non-participation is an option this time. The sky is supposed to perspire all day and all night—and then do it all over again tomorrow. Fortunately, the forecast says we won’t hit freezing until Sunday morning. That’s when the real trouble starts. “We can’t direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails.” — Dolly Parton “If you want to make God laugh, tell him about your plans.” — Woody Allen “The trouble with weather forecasting is that it’s right too often for us to ignore it and wrong too often for us to rely on it.” — Patrick Young #photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #morning #sunset #CaribbeanSea #weather

Perched in Blue This is a Blue Grosbeak (Passerina caerulea) that visited last spring. I’m hoping they return again this year.

Mr. Ben This is my Ben during one of our walks some time ago. He was a black and tan terrier mix with the general features of a Yorkshire terrier—though larger, with floppy ears. In this photo, his face and legs are a soft tan, while his body is mostly silver-grey. He had a stubby tail, long eyebrows, and a little beard shaped by his groomer. His nose was black, and his expression, as always, was quietly attentive. My photo gallery features over 1400 carefully selected images. While most are chosen for their visual appeal, a few stand out as novelty shots. Feel free to explore my gallery at:

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Sunlit Sapsucker Here is a yellow-bellied sapsucker (Sphyrapicus varius) that visited a while back.

Crimson Canvas This is a goldfinch (Spinus tristis). I’m not sure what’s causing the reddish tint in the background. There’s a brick-red shed nearby, but I can’t think of any branch that would offer a line of sight with the shed behind it. Step into a world where even the smallest moments—like the glint in a bird's eye—tell their own story.

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Good morning. 🌻🌻🌻 22 January 2026 I just finished reading The Widow by John Grisham. I’m a longtime Grisham fan and enjoyed the book, though I wouldn’t call it his best. That’s just my take, of course—someone else might consider it his finest work. The story centers on an aging, enigmatic widow who claims to have millions in assets and wants a new will. As in many Grisham novels, a struggling lawyer finds himself pulled into the middle of it all. He agrees to draft the will, imagining the financial rewards ahead, but a sudden murder upends every expectation. The novel unfolds as a classic whodunit, a mystery designed to keep you guessing. I thought the character development was strong, especially for the main players, and the storyline held my interest from start to finish. The ending, though, felt a bit abrupt and left me wondering how well the lawyer ultimately landed—and what Grisham wanted us to make of that unresolved note. I won’t say anything more, for fear of spoiling the book for anyone who might decide to pick it up. My next read is a recent release from Dean Koontz, another favorite of mine. I can’t recall the title at the moment—it’s sitting on my nightstand at the other end of the house—but I’m looking forward to diving in. Koontz never disappoints. I just hope I didn’t accidentally pick up one I’ve already read, which is entirely possible given how many of his books I’ve gone through. I’m fairly sure it’s a newer release, though. I bought it a while back, and it’s been waiting patiently in a short queue of books to read. “A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies.” — George R.R. Martin “Not all those who wander are lost.” — J.R.R. Tolkien “To acquire the habit of reading is to construct for yourself a refuge from almost all the miseries of life.” — W. Somerset Maugham #photo #photography #photographer #photographylovers #nature #morning #flowers #wildflowers #books #reading #mystery #JohnGrisham #deankoontz