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Swede’s Photographs

Butterfly and the Bee

This photograph captures a serene moment in nature, featuring a butterfly and a bee, both drawn to the delicate blue Mistflowers (Conoclinium coelestinum). Set against the picturesque backdrop of Kisatchie Lake within the Kisatchie National Forest in Louisiana, the scene beautifully illustrates the harmonious relationship between pollinators and their environment.

The photographs I share here don’t appear as vivid as they do in my Pixel’s gallery. To make them load more easily, I reduce their size and slightly lower their quality. Take a look:

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"The image showcases an enchanting moment of nature's harmony. At the center is a delicate butterfly, its wings painted with a palette of earthy browns and soft oranges, speckled with intricate patterns. This butterfly could belong to the genus Vanessa, possibly a Painted Lady (Vanessa cardui), known for its wide range and vibrant designs. It rests gently on the cluster of lavender-hued Mistflowers (Conoclinium coelestinum), sipping nectar with its slender proboscis. Nearby, a busy honeybee (Apis mellifera) is hard at work, perched on a neighboring bloom. Its body is adorned with golden fuzz that catches the sunlight, contrasting its darker abdomen stripes. The bee's wings, thin as gauze, hum faintly as it gathers pollen, contributing to the cycle of life that sustains the ecosystem. Together, the butterfly and the bee form a beautiful duet—a picture of cooperation and coexistence in nature's grand opera. It's a scene bursting with life, color, and purpose. Nature's wonders never fail to amaze." - Copilot
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Good morning. 🌻🌻🌻

19 April 2025

I loved fishing as a kid, and that passion carried into adulthood, though not as much as before. When I was nearing retirement, I considered buying a boat, but after some thought, I realized it would likely be a mistake. I learned that lesson from owning a 10-year-old Harley-Davidson motorcycle that now just takes up space in my garage. In a decade, I only put 10,000 miles on it—averaging 1,000 miles per year, but most of those were likely racked up in the first year. Instead of a boat, I decided to invest in a camera—or rather, cameras. If I had a pond in my backyard, I'd probably fish there, but since I don't, I grab my camera and head outside. Stop me if you've heard this before. 😉

“In the garden,
just we two,
Look! I have a rose
for you ...”
― Suzy Davies

Golden Radiance of Coreopsis "This image captures a close-up view of lance-leafed coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata) flowers, bursting with life and vibrancy. The focal point is on five bright yellow blossoms, each with round, smooth-edged petals encircling darker yellow centers. They appear fresh and radiant, as though basking under soft sunlight. Surrounding the flowers are green stems and narrow leaves, with a few tightly closed buds hinting at new blooms yet to come. The blurred background accentuates the sharp details and vivid colors of the flowers, drawing attention to their cheerful, sunlit charm." - Copilot
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