Did you ever set out to take a photo of something specific and unexpectedly find yourself discovering something totally different? - Well that's what happened to me the other day. I had went for a drive to photograph a couple of specific things that I'd seen and wanted pictures of. As I was driving I spotted the freshly fallen snow on our Blue Mountains . I stopped to take this lovely photo (which does have a fence in it) and as I was getting ready to roll the window back up and drive off I happened to glance to my left at the field next to where I was parked.
What do you know here was this really cool rusty fence rail with some barbed wire and some twisted wire. Naturally I had to get a photo of it so I could share for Good Fences.
I found this to be a very unexpected but pleasant surprise. I hope as you are out and about that you find unexpected photograph opportunities too.
Have a wonderful day & don't forget to stop by Theresa's blog to check out the other great fences.
Things I am thankful for today:
1. The "unexpected surprise" like today's fence find.
2. That we had a nice group of girls show up yesterday for the Girls Club. We watched the movie, Soul Surfer about Bethany Hamilton and they all enjoyed it.
3. That my hubby is starting to get some work coming in. He just got his General Contractor's license and now that he's retired from the construction company he worked for he is setting out on his own. It's a scary but exciting time for him.
4. For the crows and other birds and the squirrels that I feed. It's so fun to look at the window and watch their antics.
5. For pretty autumn foliage to look at.
Hello Ida, they are both great photos. I do love the view of the snowy mountains. I wish you hubby good luck with his new work. Unexpected surprises are always welcome. Happy Thursday, enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteTwo great shots, Ida. Good luck to your husband on his new ventures!
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The mountain scene is very pretty!
ReplyDeleteLove barb-wire close-up!
I LOVE that fence shot. wow and you almost missed it. i can see why you would not see a fence with those stunning blue mountains. have not seen a mountains since Dec 1958. awesome pic of the fence
ReplyDeletei do like the rusty pic and the view, too!
ReplyDeleteThe fence was a good find but the first shot is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteBoth are very nice shots. I really need to get out more with my camera. I always have my phone camera with me but it's not quite the same
ReplyDeleteThose mountains are grand and gorgeous and the fence fits its surroundings so perfectly.
ReplyDeleteThe Blue Mountains are beautiful! I can only imagine seeing that type of view on a daily basis.
ReplyDeleteLove those snow covered mountains, and I've got fence posts with the same look, haha.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend!
Those are both very nice! The distant mountains are fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThat's why its a good idea to always take a camera along wherever we go. : )
ReplyDeleteIda, wonderful images!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful mountains! It's not something I get to see. Great capture of the fence post.
ReplyDeleteWhat breathtaking sight of the mountains. That is perfect for Good Fences today. You did good. Thanks for dropping in to see me today.
ReplyDeleteHi Ida, it is amazing what we find while looking at something else. The snow on the mountains is beautiful. Finding the unexpected fence is a plus. Best of luck to you hubby on his work.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice weekend.
Love your unexpected finds! Love the things you are thankful for.
ReplyDeleteI enjoy your header and keep forgetting to tell you.
ReplyDeleteWe have some of these fences.
I like your new autumnal colors photo banner. Two wonderful photos here-great finds. Why aren't Pepper and Bandit on your sidebar? It's not nice to leave them out, you know :).
ReplyDeleteWe are both better today, thanks. Hope Colleen feels 100% right quick!
Love that twisty old fence you captured.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful mountains and interesting old fence, Ida. Best of luck to your husband in his new endeavor!
ReplyDeletelove the rusty fence shot
ReplyDeletenice view of the landscape and great macro from the fence detail :)
ReplyDeletei love the mtn shot. & for some reason i have always enjoyed barbered (wait, that is not spelled right, is it? it is so darn early, woke up way early today, had coffee yesterday & it wired me up, ha. ha!! i am normally lately a tea only drinker, caffeine is tough of me.) wire, it is so calming. why? i have no clue. i find farming things or views just relaxing. a barn view. rural view that sort of thing. any who ... 'nough said. have a nice one. ( :
ReplyDeleteOh those mountains are gorgeous.
ReplyDeletePhotographing the unexpected is what I love most, Ida. It's important to keep your eyes open to all the possibilities...and I see that you did that in these photos.
ReplyDeleteGood morning Ida. I'm enjoying my blogs this morning as we drive into the city for a little Christmas shopping. It's about a two hour drive from our home to Regina, SK. And it is a gorgeous morning.
ReplyDeleteI really like the colors in that metal post. Nice saturation. Have a great weekend!
Hello Ida!:) The Blue Mountain shot is beautiful. I know what you mean about finding something unexspected,... the gate and wire was a good find, and it's a terrific photo.Have a good weekend!:)
ReplyDeleteI wonder why the wire was twisted in such a pattern. I too enjoy seeing the wild life that comes by my feeder each day. House finches, sparrows that I can't name, and California Quail.
ReplyDeleteI always like to do a 360 just before I walk away, you never know what's outside your target. Great catch
ReplyDeletethe mountains are gorgeous as is the barbed wire image. i wonder if you would have photographed that 5 years ago??? i would not have and yet to me, it is stunning. i have learned so much from blogging, i have learned to really appreciate photographs like that!!!
ReplyDeletehave a wonderful weekend!!!
A gorgeos landscape... and the fence is a great find!
ReplyDeleteNeat fence part photo ~ Love the surprises to find when photographing!
ReplyDeleteHappy Weekend to you,
artmusedog and carol
Love the mountain shot with fresh snow.
ReplyDeleteThat happens to me all the time, and it is almost always the best shots! It's nice when life surprises you with something you were not looking for. Love the rustic fence.
ReplyDeleteI've been wanting to see that Soul Surfer movie -- what an inspirational story.
Great picture, reminds me of home!
ReplyDeleteI love your Blue Mountains. They look beautiful with their dusting of fresh snow. Great barbed wire photo - it looks so dramatic. All the best, Bonny
ReplyDeleteGrand scene! The fence bit is well captured.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the follow, and thanks for your blog. I love the idea of listing what you're thankful for too.
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