Stubborn LeafIn the complex I live in here in Salem, OR, I came upon a magical sight!
Hawaiian Sunset (Sunset Beach, Hawaii)Sunsets on the beach through palm trees.
Beautiful Colors (Wenatchee...Beautiful sunset photo taken in Wenatchee, Washington
Late Afternoon (Occoquan Lake)Late afternoon time on Occoquan Lake (Fairfax Station, VA) with my daughter and hubby.
Hawaiian NightsReds, yellows, purples, and indigos flood the horizon as bright blue waves find their way to the shore of Makaha surfing beach in Oahu.
Frigid February Moon (Lancaster, PA)Such a beautiful February night with a full moon rising after a crisp snow. I can still smell the freshness in the air and the calm around me as I take the picture.
Breath-taking Rainbow (Springwater, NY)In order to get this photo, I stood out in the rain and didn't mind one bit. Though I needed a panoramic camera as it was such a complete rainbow. I could see both ends clearly, but couldn't get it all in one shot.
Picture Of The Sky (Brockville)When I took this picture it was really a nice day out. I thought the sky looked beautiful.
Tranquility on Moose RiverThe picture is taken from Old Forge, New York during the peak season for the leaves, which turned out this year to be Columbus Day weekend.
Fall in Old Forge, New York (McCauley Mountain Ski...We took a spur of the moment trip to Old Forge, New York over Columbus Day weekend when we heard their leaves were at peak color.
Jesus on the Cross (South Dakota)I love traveling in my state to different towns and cities and come across some pretty interesting crosses (like this one), found in the back of a cemetary. I took this traveling down the road at around 55 - 60 miles per hour. I got it home, cropped it and thought about what name I should give it.
Sunset (Washington)This was taken at Chambers Bay in University Place. Such a gorgeous sunset that night!
Incredible Sunset (Marshall, NC)I feel blessed to live in a beautiful place, and the view of the hills and neighbouring pastures is particularly lovely at any time of year or place.
Cape Lookout Lighthouse (North Carolina)Cape Lookout lighthouse, constructed in 1859, originally constructed in 1812 is located on the Southern Outer Banks of North Carolina.
Love North Carolina (near Grandfather Mountain, NC)Living in the central part of North Carolina, it's a 3-4 hour drive to the mountains or to the beach. My husband and I can have a great time traveling to the coast or to the mountains for a day trip.
Air Show (McChord Air Force Base, WA)They have an air show every year and it is awesome to watch it! Usually we just see a few fly over by our house. This time we went and watched in person. It was amazing!
Fall Colors (Warren County, NC)One thing I love about living in North Carolina is we get to enjoy the 4 seasons. However, I have had enough hot humid weather and I am so looking forward to cooler days and fall colors.
Urban Graffiti Art (Philadelphia, PA)I accidentally found this beautiful urban scene while looking for a bike riding trail with my brother.
Stormy Skies (Virginia Beach, VA)Stormy skies over Virginia Beach
The Beauty of the Red Rocks (Zion National Park)My family and I are travelling in Utah this summer. Hiking Zion National Park has been an incredible experience. Over three million people visit this park every year, and now I know why.
North Carolina Mountains (Murphy, North Carolina)My husband and I traveled to the mountains and stopped at park early one morning. It was quiet, peaceful, and had a beautiful view. We took advantage of the wonderful weather and did a lot of morning walking in this beautiful place.
Chambers Bay (Lakewood, WA)This is Chambers Bay in Lakewood, Washington. Beautiful area, a nice place to go walking and take pictures. Others like to go golfing.
Dawn Reflection (Lost Lake, OR)We spent several days camping at Lost Lake Resort at the foot of Mt. Hood. I got up before the sun every morning to get this photo. The slightest breeze or even fish jumping would ruin the glassy surface! I think it was worth the effort though. I love how the photo came out.
Till the Storm Passes ByAs a storm passed by at sunset, I thought about the beautiful song our choir sings, "Till the Storm Passes By". It reminds me of God's love and how he protects us from all the storms in our life.
Space Needle (Seattle, WA)This is the Space Needle in Seattle, Washington.
Storms Never Last (Fredericton, New...I was driving home after a thunderstorm today and this is what awaited me as I turned the corner. It was another gift to make my day just a little bit brighter. I hope you love it as much as I.
The Autumn Path (BA Argentina)A pathway covered in leaves with a little bit of water falling.
Rainy Days (BA Argentina)Rain on green and yellow leaves.
Clouds At 36,000 Feet (over Indianapolis,...This picture was taken by my husband, a commerical pilot, flying 36,000 feet over Indianapolis. This cloud formation was so unusual that he wanted to share it with me. In over 42 years of flying, he's never seen anything like this!
Photo: Blooms that Tag Culture (River Arts...This photo is taken in summer, and is part of a seasonal photo show based in photographing our area during the four seasons of the year. This one shows the juxtaposition of gang tags and urban art with the graceful beauty of blossoming weeds in the surrounding lot
Spokane Falls (Spokane, WA)This is Spokane Falls. It is a gorgeous place to see if you're ever in Spokane, Washington.
Sunrise (Trolling Lake, Northern Ontario)I took this photo a few years ago early one morning at the lake we camp at in the summer. This was taken right outside our travel trailer door. I loved the way the mist was rising on the water and how the sun was highlighting the grass and our boat. Other parts of the world that I have visited are beautiful, but this is one of my favorite places.
Storm Clouds (Brockville, Ontario)This picture was taken before we had a thunderstorm. Looked nice and we really needed the rain.
Sunset at Sadler's Creek State Park (Anderson, SC)We recently visited Sadler's Creek State Park for a camping trip. It was so hot that we believed we had found Hades itself, if it weren't for the lovely views we could always find out our window!
Scenery in MontanaOn a recent trip through the state of Montana we were thrilled to see such vivid colors and such beautiful scenery! We pulled over for me to take this shot of the mountains, clear sky, and beautiful river. It was a wonderful day to fish, as you can tell by the boat on the river!
Sunset (Hinkley Lake, OH)I spent the day swimming at Hinkley Lake with my mother and my son. On our way home, we stopped at the fishing and boating area to look at some people in a canoe.
Sunrise on Gunn Lake (Minaki, Ontario)I was up early and saw this beautiful sunrise on the lake. So peaceful. The next picture is later in the morning. Our cabin was on the main water way to the lake and had lots of boat traffic. Nice to sit and watch the world go by.
Sunset (Tacoma, Washington)I was bringing the dog in from the back yard and this sunset was in front of our house. There were such gorgeous colors, I had to grab my camera.
Disney Castle (Orlando, Florida)This was the Disney castle picture I took of when I was off on my trip. It is the back of the castle, but it looked so beautiful and there were no people in the picture.
Yellow Flower (Altisima Park, Rancho Santa...While walking in Altisma Park with my husband, Brian, I kept passing pretty orange flowers. Eventually, I spotted this yellow one among the orange in one of the flower beds.
Beautiful Corpus Christi (Corpus Christi, TX)We go visit Corpus Christi, Texas at least once a year. This is a picture I took while walking on the beach. You can almost smell that salty breeze!
Oregon Sunset (Bullards Beach, Bandon, OR)I can still remember walking the beaches of the Oregon Coast with my husband, Brian, all those many nights on the Oregon Coast. If was my favorite place on earth during my favorite, most colorful hour.
Waterfall at Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park (CA)I went on a road trip with my husband and his parents up the coast of California. In a guidebook we had picked up, we saw a picture of a hidden cove that looked like paradise. We were determined to find it. After a long search, we finally found it. Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park!
Finding Sand Dollars (Copalis Beach, WA)We went away for the weekend for my son's 13th birthday. He had a friend come along. We did R/C Cars, kites, hung out and looked for sand dollars.
Scenery: Sky After a Storm (Brockville, Ontario)I took this picture after a thunder storm; the sky looked so nice!
Split Sky (Strongsville, OH)We were driving and the sky was half clouds and half bright blue. It was so pretty I had to take a picture.
Fluffy Clouds (Strongsville, OH)We were driving to my mom's house for a visit and the sky was so pretty. I took a ton of pictures. This one is one of my favorites.
Daxton the Fire KingMy nephews were visiting from TX. One night, we were by the fire. My nephew Daxton was on a rock that sits in front of the fire, and says "I'm Daxton the Fire King".
The Wandering Charles River (Natick,...This photo was taken on a bridge in beautiful South Natick, Massachusetts. The Charles river wanders through the state like a royal hobo until it ends up in Boston. At one point, Harvard is on one side and Boston is exactly opposite on the other side.
Cleveland Skyline (Lakewood Park, OH)We were at Lakewood Park and the skyline of Cleveland was just gorgeous.
Haunted House (Grenfall, NSW)This photo is of a haunted house. It doesnt look haunted but a ghostly figure stands in the doorway on certain nights of the week.
A Day in the Park (Brockville, Ontario)This is a park we go to often. It is a great place to run around or just sit under a tree and read a book!
Rock-n-Roll (Black Pearl, Grand Cayman)Photo taken at the Do Something World event, while traveling in the Cayman Islands.
Wildflowers (Maple Falls, WA)Wild flowers are like special moments in our lives. Just when things begin to feel average, a new season offers gifts of joy can that brighten even the most ordinary day. I took this picture while hiking with my family.
Bright Skies (Lakewood Park, Lakewood Ohio)We were at Lake Erie and I was looking at the clouds and it was so pretty I decided to take a picture.
Somewhere Over the Rainbows! (Mission...Photo of a double rainbow over Mission Bay in California!
Torreya State Park (Florida)I loved this big old oak tree at Torreya State Park in northwest Florida.
Baby Giraffe (Cleveland Metroparks Zoo)We were at the zoo and a baby giraffe came over to check us out, and I caught a pic of my son and the giraffe looking at each other.
My Backyard View in Beautiful West VirginiaThis is a photo taken off my back deck showing the stream and beauty of WV.
Ice Fishing (Heyden, Ontario)Before the sun was up, I went out early and prepared my line for a day of ice fishing at our cottage. I love how the snow reflects the blue sky in this photo. The bell and the orange ribbon are aids to let me know if a fish is biting.
Thunderstorm Cell SystemI was able to catch a snapshot of a passing thunderstorm from far away. Being that it is a my camera phone, it turned out wonderfully in my opinion. I must have thousands of cloud pictures, but this is my favorite!
End of a Beautiful Day (Loretto, TN)I was enjoying a day in the backyard and the sky just started changing colors. Within an hour the amazing colors filled the sky.
A Light At The End Of The Tunnel (Sullivan, NH)This is a beautiful country road in Sullivan, New Hampshire. A magical moment was caught on camara as the sun filtered through the trees and made it appear as if a light was at the end of the road.
Fireworks (Texas)Fireworks always make great night photography. They are so pretty with the colors and different displays they give off.
The Carnegie Hotel (Johnson City, TN)We went to a graduation at East Tennessee Universtiy, and I snapped this photo while on the way to the Minidome. It is a beautiful hotel, and the trees and pool are awesome!
Washington Monument at Sunrise...During a morning run, I stopped for a breather and just had to share this.
A Moment in Time (Heyden, Ontario)I took this photo early one morning at our cottage a few years ago, just as the sun was coming up.
Back-lane Lighthouse (Blyth, Northeast England)I am not sure which was first, the lighthouse or the houses! At least the residents won't get hit by a ship during the night!
Horse Town USA (Norco, CA)The photo is taken in Norco California my home town growing up. It is a horse friendly community, they have the right away over cars and you can ride anyplace in the town.
Snowy Banks (Sault Ste Marie, Ontario)I took this photo early one November morning a few years ago after we'd had a heavy freezing rain the night before. The trees were covered in a thick layer of ice that gave the branches a beautiful gleam like millions of crystals in the sunshine.
Downtown (Brockville, Ontario)This is a war monument with all the names on it of the guys who died for our freedom.
Love of the Ocean (Apollo Beach, FL)I took my 5 year old to the beach in between appointments. He had to get in the water. His love of the ocean is as big as the ocean!
Red Rock Canyon (Las Vegas, NV)This is a picture taken on New Years Day at Red Rock.
Sunset (Cottage Grove, OR)The sky was so pretty at sunset driving home from fishing I couldn't resist taking a picture.
White African Lion (Wylie, TX)African Lion at a rescue facility with a recessive gene called chinchilla, that makes his mane blonde not brown. He is also referred to as a White African lion.
Statue Of General Sir Isaac Brock (Brockville, Ontario)This is a statue in front of our courthouse of General Isaac Brock, who was shot and killed while leading a charge up the heights west of the village of Queenston, Upper Canada on October 13, 1812.
Giant Bouncy Slide (St. Petersberg, FL)My son contemplating, "You want me to ride that?"
Wildflowers (Texas Hill Country)This is a photo from our day trip to the Texas Hill Country. The bluebonnets have been so pretty this year!
Sea Turtle (Maui, Hawaii)My family and I all went to Maui for a big birthday for my Mom. My husband and I were lucky enough to get a little time to go do a few things without the kids, and snorkeling was one of those things.
Rainbow Over the Falls! (Niagara Falls, NY)We celebrated 37 years of marriage by going to Niagara Falls, NY. It was a beautiful sunny day and we took a picture of the fall. We visit this site every year on "our" day. We were amazed at the two rainbows!
Shadows in the ParkWe go to the park a lot, and I love to look at all the shadows that our beautiful sunshine makes on the grass!
St Lawrence River (Brockville, Ontario)This is a photo taken of St. Lawrence River. It was a really nice day out.
Wooden Bridge at Hillsborough River State...The stillness of the water, the mossy trees, the quiet of the day; time seems to slow down on the Hillsborough River.
Tree Covered in Vines (Tri-Cities, TN)This tree is back behind some offices we go to frequently. It reminds me of a really bad hair day!
Fog (Shenandoah National Park, Virginia)While on a long weekend get away to the Skyline Drive, Shenandoah Valley, we encountered this mysterious fog at the top of a mountain peak. The rest of the drive was clear, except right along this particular piece of roadway.
Getting Out of Town (Sparta, TN)This is a photo I took of my daughter Brittany. It was taken in Sparta, TN, on the courthouse square right in front of the Oldham Movie Theatre, that has been closed for some time now but the out side was restored to the original look.
Texas Bluebonnets (Trenton, TX)There is nothing better than Texas in the spring, when the bluebonnets bloom. Everyone flocks to the fields to take photographs of their family and pets. I also do this but I also love all of the other visitors to photograph.
Dark Storm Clouds (Tri-Cities, TN)I was standing on the patio when the clouds went rushing over us and I snapped this picture.
Blue Sky, Green Field (Upstate NY)The vivid blue and green were practically shouting for attention and the perspective made them look like they went on forever. I liked the delicate lines of the trees, still bare yet in early April.
Midnight Snow (Hillsboro, OR)I thought the snow looked beautiful falling in the street light but it was too wet to take my camera out in. So I set up my tripod with the front door open and got this image, which I am really fond of.
St. Laurence River (Block House Island, Brockville,...This was taken at Block House Island, the United States is right across the St Lawrence River. If you ever come to Brockville it's a great spot for tourists to visit.
Spirit in the Ocean (Kee Beach, Kauai, Hawaii)My daughter was running by and my camera has 2 images of her in the same picture, pretty cool! This was taken during sunset at Kee Beach on the north shore, best place in the world to see a sunset!
Home in the Mountains (Tennessee)This is the view I get to see everytime I drive home from anywhere, it is so beautiful! I have to go past this beautiful scenery every day. Some people call them hills, because there is not a tree line, but they are mountains to me!
Dewy MorningI saw the morning dew glinting through this mossy area on the side of the road and did my best to capture it.
St. Mary's Lighthouse (Whitley Bay, UK)Looks nice at night as well as day. I used a very long exposure.
Spring Rain Clouds (Tri-Cities, TN)I love watching the development of clouds. The weather offers an everchanging opportunity to take photos!
Block House Island (Brockville, Ontario)This is a picture I took at Block House Island right by the St Lawrence River. It is a picture of a plane in a tree.
St Patrick's Day at Trump Tower (Chicago, IL)My husband and I (and our dog, Lenni) took a trip to Chicago for our joint birthdays. Same day, year and even hospital! This was taken by Trump Tower on St Pat's Day while we were watching the river get dyed green.
Hillsborough River Park (near Tampa, FL)I caught the mirror-image stillness of the Hillsborough River in Florida. The water has a deep-brown tea color from the tannins and humus contained in the trees and swamps that the river flows through.
Scenery: A Blanket of Soft CloudsThese were floating in the air, so light and beautiful, and I had to capture them with my phone camera. They look like a soft cozy blanket made out of squares of soft cotton.
Scenery: Sunset Over Beach (Nova Scotia, Canada)This was taken in Nova Scotia at my cousins house. It's beautiful there.
Bristol Motor Speedway (Bristol, TN)It is time for the wonderful madness to come into town again, when the Big Boys race! We snapped this as we were driving past Bristol Motor Speedway, as we always do when they come into town.
Hearts in the Snow (Gilsum, NH)My friends just moved away and dropped off a picnic table that they were not taking with them. When they left, I noticed that where they backed up to leave, their pickup truck left tire marks in the snow that made two joining hearts.
Scenery: Moon BeamsThis was a photo I snapped at 1:30 AM at night while letting the dogs go outside. I thought it would be pretty when I zoomed it on my photo app, and then used the snipping tool to save it with.
Snowy Tree (Brockville, Ontario)This is a picture I took of another snow storm that hit us, it was taken in the back yard. Now you can feel spring in the air. Yeah!
Des Moines River (Bentonsport, IA)This is a picture of the Des Moines River taken from the Bentonsport Bridge. It is a beautiful spot to stop and have a picnic and to shop at all the unique little gift shops available.
Storm Clouds Over the Mountain (Elizabethton,...This is in Eastern Tennessee where we have had a lot of awful storms lately. Thankfully, our little neck of the woods was spared. Nevertheless, I love snapping pictures of cloud formations, regardless of what kind they are or what season it is.
Sunset in the Appalachian Mountains (Tennessee)Sunsets are beautiful in Tennessee, but they are hard to catch on film! These mountains seem to change their appearance by the hour, as different levels of light fall upon them. This was a moment that doesn't last long at all, each sunset.
Fall Leaf (Annapolis, MD)Saw this beautiful leaf floating in the ditch while on my way to meet a friend downtown. The colors were so lovely I couldn't resist snapping a picture of it! Makes me miss fall so much!
Sunset at Face Rock Wayside (Bandon, Oregon)I was amazed by the colors and beauty of the night seen in this photograph and I just HAD to share it with all of you here on ThriftyFun. It was a completely unplanned shot, and it's become one of my favorites!
Snow Storm (Brockville, Ontario)This is a picture I took in the back yard today. Hopefully, it is our last snow storm of the year.
Snowy Trees (Pelican Rapids, MN)This beautiful tree was something I saw on my way to work one morning a couple weeks ago. I love how the snow and ice hold onto the branches. It was a day God had made and I think it is beautiful. I hope you enjoy looking at it.
A Stormy Day at Nags Head Fishing Pier (Outer...It seems a million years ago, but, it was only 5 years ago, that my hubby and I had a pre-wedding vacation! A pre-honeymoon if you will, and we chose to go to OBX! The Outer Banks in North Carolina.
Bald Eagle on a Snowy Day (Gillette, Wyoming)This bald eagle was perched on a barb wire fence right down the road from our house. I have seen lots of them here in Wyoming, but it is the first one I was able to photograph. My daughter was with me and was so excited to see it in person so close up!
