getting up
I woke up this morning out of unpleasant dreams with a headache. The house was chilly as the heating had only kicked on. I didn’t feel well, and the bed was warm. I lingered a little longer than usual under the cosy covers until Minnie the dog starting shuffling about nosily in her “where’s my walk?” routine.
Eventually, I got myself up and out to the woods. My mood was sliding toward glum, partly because of how I was feeling, the overcast sky and damp, cold air. The light was not great for photographs, especially compared to yesterday.
Then, I looked up at the clouds and noticed it wasn’t uniform. There were tears in the cover where blue sky could be glimpsed. Once I was walking for a bit it didn’t seem so miserable. At least it wasn’t raining, which often makes photography impossible.
I started playing a game I made up for days like this: “Find one item/scene worth photographing.” It forces me to cast about, to try and see things in a different way. I focus on seeing the beauty, rather than dwelling on what I don’t like.
During the walk there wasn’t any sudden changes in weather, but I did capture the above image. It would have looked better in nicer light, but I worked with what I got. I like that Minnie is snuffling about in the grass in the background.
Getting up is often the hardest part of the day. After that a little momentum and a change in perspective can keep you on track.
4 Comments
Sam
It’s still a nice picture. It shows very clearly how shiny holly leaves are.
Maura
I’ve become quite picky about picture quality, and this one is not sharp enough. However, it does other things that I like so in this case the essence makes up for the flaws. 😉
Lynda
I’ve really been enjoying your posts and photographs from your walks–even on glum days like this one.
Maura
Cheers Lynda. I’m pleased you’re enjoying the posts. 🙂