Category Archives: Artsy

Fancy Nest Topper

It was the shape of the tree that caught my eye, reminding me of a carved finial. The Osprey nest that looks like a straw hat was secondary. It was early and not much light, but there is an Osprey in the nest, the white on its head visible close to the tree trunk.

Osprey Nest In Twisted Tree
Osprey Nest In Twisted Tree

Orlando Wetlands, Florida
April 12, 2022

Musical Cherubs

A troupe of five cherubs are nestled in one of the garden paths at Middleton Place.

Musical Cherubs Statue
Musical Cherubs Statue

You first see it down a straight shrub-lined path, which draws you in.

Musical Cherubs Statue
Musical Cherubs Statue

Last week when I was there some late Camellias were in bloom.

Musical Cherubs Statue
Musical Cherubs Statue

A closer look of the Cherubs; it looks like the statue has recently been cleaned, which rather highlights their imperfections.

Musical Cherubs Statue
Musical Cherubs Statue

Years ago Ted called this statue “Freaky Babies” so of course that is what I think every time I pass it. He a nice B&W version from a visit in February which in a post he aptly named  Freaky Babies.Â