Nature moves in seasonal cycles, constantly changing as plants and creatures appear and disappear. At this time of the year I begin to look for signs of spring. The calendar tells me that I have another month to wait, but nature does not always follow the manmade calendar.
As I was walking to a craft store on Saturday I was delighted to spot this solitary daffodil poking out of the ground, already in bloom. I snapped this quick photo with my iPhone to record the moment, my first daffodil of 2024.
Whenever I record the “first” photo of any subject, whether it is a completely new one or the reappearance of a familiar one, I am happy to capture whatever photo I can. Later, when I have a second chance, I will worry more about artistry and technique. At that first moment, I am content to immerse myself in joy and wonder—the photo is of secondary concern.
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