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I am a native Missourian. And, I love my state. It has many wonderful things to offer those who live here or, are passing through. If you’ve viewed any of my galleries it may be of interest that almost all of the images captured are within Missouri.

Also, I’m very pleased to announce that the image below was chosen by the state as part of the My Missouri 2021 bi-centennial exhibition. This image along with others will be traveling the state for the next two years celebrating our state’s history. Prints are available on various substrates. More information is available on my Purchase/Contact page.

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Blog posts

Snuffed out in the prime of life…

The tragic events of yesterday – a 14 year old boy shot and killed 4 people at his high school...

His peace finds its way to me

From time to time when the “spirit” moves I’m inclined to put pen to paper. What follows is the result...

September 2024 Birds And…

Hi, there! In the past I’ve posted thousands of bird portraits and snapshots – but not all I’ve captured. You...

Wing Us A Song…

Can I insert a little levity. I think I can use a little. How about you? Wing us a song...

On The Forgotten Art of Lament

As a Christian people we have forgotten, or never really understood, the art of lament. So here are my thoughts....

Two Lonely Monarchs

Two lonely monarchs,Each sitting on their throne,Both trying desperately,To buy up every vote. Here a promise,There a promise,Do words really...

Standing alone

Kathleen and I walk early in the morning. Since school started we've been walking past high schoolers waiting for their bus. In one of the small groups standing at a corner we noticed five girls. One standing by herself and a group of the other four.

Flawless

A favorite song of mine is Flawless by MercyMe. I'll share the lyrics below. I always enjoy seeing a newly emerged butterfly from its cocoon. In essence they are "flawless." Not a mark on them. Such was the case today as I saw this tiger swallowtail blow through our garden.

Looking Through My Window Pane

Looking through my window pane,Is it just me, or has the world gone insane,A canvas painted with hues of gray,Where...

He Bore My Pain

He bore my pain, my crimson stain,A sacrifice of love divine.Upon the cross, He felt my shame,And drank the bitter...

August 2024 Birds And…

Hi, there! In the past I’ve posted thousands of bird portraits and snapshots each month – but not all I’ve...

I Surrender

𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧,𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞,𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐮𝐩𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬,𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫, 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐭, 𝐒𝐨𝐧. 𝐍𝐨...

Buried Fossils

In between the sporadic bird activity yesterday, I was glancing down at the river rock in our hardscape and noticed a tiny fossil inside a golf ball sized rock that was split in two. I began to ponder for a moment, then came this...

The Story of the American Goldfinch

Recently while sitting out by our garden where I photograph summer birds I sat memorized by the playful activity of several goldfinches. The late after light and the various shadows and textures of the foreground and background made the images you see below.

The Land of Crimson Giants

Oh, Man! Am I excited about this image or what! Let me explain. The weather lately has been fantastic. With temps in the low 80s, sitting outside has been absolutely wonderful - whether I made any snaps or not. Yesterday was no exception. I had been sitting outside waiting for a hummer to show up, but now it was time for supper.

Four Iron Blooms

Four iron blooms, a rigid grace,Fleur-de-lis etched upon each face.Not born of field, nor sunlit bough,But forged in fire, yet...

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