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One of the most remarkable areas of red and other rock formations. Millions of years of Earth's geological history are revealed. The magnificence is jaw-dropping at every turn, and the vastness engulfs one with deep feelings and incredible Nature energies. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. .

One of them got very excited, meowing loudly at the windows, especially when one of the kittens came right up to it. The other one showed zero interest.

Thanks very much, Jerry!

On Friday and Saturday, we were honored with a visit of a mother bobcat and her three small kittens. It was amazing and deeply moving to observe them for many hours playing, nursing, and climbing trees, all the while under the patient and watchful eye of Mom. Our home is clearly a safe place for them, with a deck to sleep under, many trees to climb, and a fenced yard to keep out predators. I hope that these photographs will deeply touch you with a profound respect and appreciation for these magnificent creatures. Out of respect, these photographs were taken from inside our home through windows, and sometimes screens as well.

Yes, but the flowers, however beauteous and striking, are very short-lived. Nevertheless, we were fortunate to have visited at their peak. Thanks!

Yes, finally! Thanks, Jerry.

And they have a wonderful smell!

Lovely captures, Jerry! Spring comes much more slowly to the high country, although the currant bushes are now in bloom, as well as the forsythias and a few apple trees.

Fantastic camera, and great lenses as well. I have two of them. Most of the time I use the 18-55 and 90mm.