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Wednesday, December 14, 2011

The Moth, the Hinge and the Hisbiscus

 December  in our Back Yard   and a break from all the holiday stuff
What is a myth?
A female moth!

What insect lives on nothing?
A moth, because it eats holes
 moth with a 3 inch wing span.  no clue what it is, anyone know?
What do you get if you cross a firefly and a moth?
An insect who can find its way around a dark wardrobe!
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27 comments:

  1. SquirrelQueenDecember 14, 2011 at 4:08 AM

    Ooh, I love the worn, weathered look of that hinge. Things like that always catch my attention.

    That is one big moth but I have no idea what the name might be, maybe someone will know.

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  2. diane bDecember 14, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    Great backyard shots. Love the hinge.

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  3. CatherineDecember 14, 2011 at 6:16 AM

    I am liking the summery feel of your blog today Sandra! It's cold here ~ so I could use a little warmth! :)
    xo Catherine

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  4. Tammy@Simple Southern HappinessDecember 14, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    Just when I am getting the winter blues here you come to brighten the day, look at that flower, awesome in all its glory and your funny side notes. Thanks for warming the day.

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  5. UnknownDecember 14, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    The Hinge ande the flower, my favorite.
    I never thought about it but Moths do eat holes and they never get too big. Lucky for us,or we might be running around naked. LOL.

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  6. pennyDecember 14, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    Calm, peaceful and a delight for my eyes.. your yard shots are simply lovely, Sandra. I have no what the flying giant is called, but it sure is pretty to look at.
    Hugs,
    Pam

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  7. GeorgeDecember 14, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    These are great macros. You always find plenty of subjects in your back yard.

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  8. TexWisGirlDecember 14, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    i LOVE that first shot. the lighting is perfect!!!

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  9. Marie December 14, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Your Hibiscus is so pretty. I don't have any flowers on mine now. We do have a few moths around and some of them have beautiful colors and patterns.
    The old hinge is great...some things are better aged. :)

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  10. Auntie sezzzzzz...December 14, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Lovely... I am seeing more of Christmas Time in a warm climate, from new Blogging Friends. :-)

    I think I especially love the first pic, with the rusty hinge.

    "Chill December brings the sleet,
    Blazing fire and Christmas treat."
    ~~Mother Goose

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  11. AnonymousDecember 14, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Greetings From Southern California

    My education about moths is now complete :-)

    Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

    God Bless You, ~Ron @ *TOGB

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  12. RemingtonDecember 14, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Great shots! Thanks for the smile!

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  13. Ruth HiebertDecember 14, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    I enjoyed the pictures and the smiles. Love that pretty pink Hibiscus.

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  14. ChristineDecember 14, 2011 at 10:34 AM

    Absolutely love the hinge on the gate; my favorite kind of thing to photograph.

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  15. DawnTreaderDecember 14, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Love all the detail in the first photo! Funny isn't it how worn and rusty can look so attractive in artistic context.

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  16. Ginny HartzlerDecember 14, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    Your header is beautiful, and your title sounds like the title of a mystery novel! Did you take one picture of the moth at dusk, and one in daylight, or just different camera settings? I always love your hibiscus pictures, it looks like spring today on your blog! Is that your hinge?

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  17. Betty ManousosDecember 14, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    ooh my! what breathtaking shots, sandra!!
    can't stop looking at them.



    thanks for the smiles!

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  18. Betsy Banks AdamsDecember 14, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Interesting how we change---as we become more and more interested in photography... I see things so differently than I used to... There is always something interesting to photograph in your back yard, isn't there????

    Happy DAY to you!
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  19. BlueShellDecember 14, 2011 at 3:57 PM

    Oh...dear! Whar magnificent photos....And yes: you changed your main picture again! NICE!

    LOVE your blog!
    have a good night sleep!
    See you tomorrow!
    BShell

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  20. AnnDecember 14, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    I love the look of the hinge picture.
    I have no idea what kind of moth that is but that's a pretty big one

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  21. S. EtoleDecember 14, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    What an intriguing hinge. And the hibiscus is a lovely sight at this time of year.

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  22. jp@A Green RidgeDecember 14, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    THat old hinge is GREAT, Sandra as is the hibiscus...:)JP

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  23. Chatty CroneDecember 14, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Hey your winter is so beautiful there. Whew. sandie

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  24. DebDecember 14, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    I love that hinge...would definately take that photo....

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  25. RoseDecember 14, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    I love that shot of the hinge!!! Don't know the moths...

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  26. eileeninmdDecember 15, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    Wonderful images, the moths are cool. Great captures.

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  27. EG CameraGirlDecember 15, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    I think a lot more is going on in your back yard right now than in mine!

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