In response to Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge: Patterns in Nature, I have been pondering patterns. In nature. Through the week, I peered through hedges, looked up towards the treetops, squinted at little critters.
It occured to me that I often try to make sense of the world by attempting to give form to a thought, to fashion a shape for an idea, to find sense in an event: a pattern. Which is why this pandemic still brings about anxiety – imperfect patterns of infection, of process, of resolution.
On these occasions, turning my attention to nature gives much respite and comfort. I think I will spend my time there. Safely distanced. With my mask on.
All things bright and beautiful 
I like the silhouettes of those leaves rising up.
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Thanks so much Frank! I was very much taken by the silhouette against the sky as well.
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I love ferns, Ju-Lyn. That is a beautiful photo!
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Thanks Lavinia. I had fun taking this one – it was dusk and I happened to look up ….
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Crazy to even think about how many patterns there are in nature … and I like the one you selected.
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Absolutely! Nature never ceases to surprise and amaze!
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Beautiful fern patterns!
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Thanks so much Laurie! I was rather fascinated by the lace-like quality against the dusky sky.
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Ferns are such a natural engineering marvel.
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They certainly are, Tracy!
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Ferns have some marvelous patterns. Perfect photo for this week. Thanks 😀
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Thank you for your encouragement & affirmation, Cee. Thank you for hosting us each week!
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Ferns are so pretty. I love the symmetry in trees too. Have I mentioned that I like trees?? 😉
Oh, cute thing: This morning at outdoor mass, I noticed a tree with some leaves still in it (despite this being winter). Then I noticed that some of the leaves were actually birds. Then, all but maybe three “leaves” were darling little birds! So THAT’S where the singing was coming from. They were heralding our Lord at Mass!
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What a lovely encounter! Nature’s wonders and the Lord’s handiwork! I can just imagine your surprise & amazement in discovering the birdies!
Trees are wonderful … I want to hug them many a time ….
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There is pattern everywhere in creation , I love your photo. it’s so important to focus on the little things sometimes it does give us reprieve from things that can be overwhelming. Have a beautifully patterned weekend.
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I am so glad you understand where I am right now: to focus on the the little joys and wonders around me.
Wishing you a safe and sane week ahead!
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Beautiful photo of one of my favourite plants. Ferns hearken back to an era before time almost! Lovely reflections here and nature has been my saviour this past year … although on freezing cold grey days it’s harder to find the incentive to head out! You’ve given me a gentle reminder and nudge here. Thank you, Ju-Lun!
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Thank you for the reminder that ferns are ancient plants; my only thought was how pretty they are. I appreciate your understanding of what a comfort nature has been, and I am glad we share in how much we treasure our time spent in the outdoors, despite rain, snow, cold, or heat.
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Ju-Lyn, Your choice of fern is wonderful. Nature gives me great comfort and assurance throughout this pandemic, too.
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I wouldn’t have pegged myself as a Nature Aficionado before this past year, but I certainly have drawn much strength & comfort from my time in the outdoors this year.
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