I love this time of year. New life is sprouting all over the place and wildlife is wonderfully abundant. My own life is far from "a walk in the park" but seeing all this natural beauty breathes light and energy into me. I shot most of these images yesterday and today.

Spring is here! Apr 26, 2011 by Betsy Seeton
How can anyone not experience some sense of hope and appreciation for life when in the presence of nature? It's always an anecdote for my weary heart or on days when darkness outweighs the light. I feel extraordinarily lucky that animals, birds, and all life are so special to me. Every sighting is a gift.

Taken April 25, 2011 by Betsy Seeton

Muskrat swimming toward me - Apr 25, 2011 - by Betsy Seeton

April 26 - Muskrat by Betsy Seeton

Snowy White Egret - Apr 25, 2011 - by Betsy Seeton

Heron by Betsy Seeton - Apr 17, 2011

Blue Heron taking flight - April 26, 2011 by Betsy Seeton

TURTLE ROW - Apr 26, 2011 - by Betsy Seeton

Sunning turtle and one swimming - by Betsy Seeton

Spring is here! Apr 26, 2011 by Betsy Seeton

Spring is here - Apr 26, 2011 - by Betsy Seeton

Snowy Egret - Apr 25 - by Betsy Seeton

Heron - Apr 26 - by Betsy Seeton

Bird picking up trash to use for her nest - by Betsy Seeton