Golden light and shadows

When the days are short, the afternoon light is all the more precious and fleeting because the sun goes down so early these winter days. All the more reason to savor the late afternoon shadows and sunlight that backlights the trees and shrubs at the state park as well at the nature preserve. The warm light filtering through the trees cheers me and gives me a warm glow. I gathered together some of my favorite photos taken the last month or so which illustrate what I mean. We are fortunate to have such mild winters here. Last night coming in from downtown about 11 the air was so cool and brisk it was just perfect. When I am out walking at the nature preserve or park I embrace the brisk air, marvel at the shadows and seek out the light.

Golden light and shadows

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