Monday, April 30, 2012

Zooming in Zealously on Life: A to Z Blogging Challenge


It's with regret, as well as relief that I write this last post..."Z"  I am running out of steam, but have just enough oomph to reach the finish line!


I will share in about a week, all the things I have learned and loved about this Challenge. Since I plan to continue posting in the months ahead, I will want to know which posts you have enjoyed the most and why.  If you have other ideas for future posts, share those too!

So, on to "Zooming In Zealously On Life"!

I love my Panasonic Lumix DMC-TZ5!  My camera has accompanied me all around the world, and I must say, it has taken some amazing photos in difficult circumstances.  Low light, quick moving targets, and catching a shot from on top a camel challenged the "motion sensors"to the 'nth' degree.  So, I shouldn't have been surprised to find that I could "Zoom In" on life, without the use of a special lens.  Below are a few shots, mostly of living things, with a few inanimate objects to end the show.  I will not caption or comment, but let you guess what they are...the majority are obvious.































Not spectacular, but, a closer look than usual...I hope you've enjoyed zeroing in on God's Beautiful World!  If you have a favorite, let me know in the comment section.

If you are not following my blog yet, but like what you have seen, feel free to follow in any of the ways offered.  Stay tuned for my After-Challenge post next week...I'd love to hear what would keep you coming back for more!


It's been a pleasure to get to know so many fellow bloggers...I have appreciated each and every comment you have left.  Keep up the good work and your ZEST for the Art of Blogging!

46 comments:

  1. Love your 'zooming ' post. I'm an amateur photographer and really love looking at other's photos. I see you do some gardening as I do. I think the white bleeding heart are my favorite, because they aren't as hardy as the red variety and there's something so magical and wondrous about a simple dandelion in seed...well until they implant themselves all over my lawn and gardens.
    Congratulations on making it all the way through the challenge.
    Kathy at Oak Lawn Images

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    1. Thanks so much for your comments, Kathy...yes, I love gardening. I'll take a look at your link soon. I'm honored that you liked my photos. It is good to be finished with the Challenge, but I have learned so much in the process!

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  2. I also have a Panasonic Lumix (although not as fancy a version as yours) and I absolutely love it too!

    It is so much fun using that zoom feature; it's amazing how different the world looks up close. I wish I could shrink tiny for a day just to experience things from that point of view.

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    1. That would be an adventure, wouldn't it, Angeline? And a good plot for a children's book...thanks for stopping by!

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  3. The animals are my favorite, especially the dog's eyes. I think I need some time to digest this past month. Have a wonderful summer.

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    1. Trixie is a friend's dog...I love his sad eyes! Thanks for your encouragement...have a good summer, too.

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  4. Wow, those pictures are gorgeous! I wish my camera could do that. I love great quality photography.

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    1. Thanks for your compliment, Shelley...I love to take photos. The Lumix is a perfect camera for me! Hope you have enjoyed the Challenge...

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  5. Great photographs! I love the dandelion. It reminds me of a summer afternoon spent lying in the grass, looking up at the clouds-something I haven't done in a long time.

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    1. Ah, yes...time to "smell the flowers"! Maybe this summer I will have the time. I have to say that the dandelion photo took me by surprise...it is one of my favorites.

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  6. Love this post, Vicki! These were all great photos, but I'm partial to the ones of nature! I'm going to need to replace my camera soon...it's barely working now. You've sold me on the features of yours. I'm going to look into that one. I'm sad to see this blogging challenge end - but I know even better things will come!

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    1. Thanks for your uplifting and faithful commenting, Daisy! Yes, I, too, am partial to the nature pics. I'm looking forward to developing posts in the future that will encourage, enlighten and cause enjoyment...stay tuned!

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  7. I love the close up of your pooch! Too adorable :)

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    1. Trixie is my friend Kelly's dog...the eyes get me! Thanks for stopping by, Mina...

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  8. Hey, our dog's famous!! Love these blogs, keep them going. Kelly L.

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    1. I thought you would like the pic...but I never asked permission! ;-] Thanks for supporting me throughout the Challenge, Kelly!

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  9. Love the photos. Thanks for stopping in. I'm now following your blog. I've made tons of new friends doing this. What have we got for May?

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    1. Yes, it has been a productive Challenge, hasn't it Rebecka? We need to keep the momentum going...I'm still pondering!

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  10. Thank you for stopping by! I love the picture with the dog! I think he wants a treat!

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    1. You are right, Marcie...and I didn't give him a thing for posing!

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  11. Those are great photos! Zooming in for close shots sure changes the perspective and the focus!

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    1. It's like examining an entirely new plant or animal...thanks for your perspective, Jemi!

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  12. Wonderful photos! Being a Louisiana gal, I have to go for the azalea. Thanks for being supportive, both in your blog and in your visits. May the rest of the year be great for you.

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    1. You are welcome, Pat...same to you! Blessings on the remainder of 2012...I'm sure we will "touch base" throughout the year...

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  13. Gorgeous photos! I am an amateur photographer myself, but I think that you should go pro!! I hope to see more in the days to come.

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    1. Thank you so much! I'm sure I will always have a photo or two on each post...it will keep me sharp. I enjoy photography, and am a visual learner, so I suppose the two go together!

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  14. They are all beautiful but the 5th one down has great composition and is just gorgeous. Congrats on making it through the A-Z challenge!

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    1. Thanks so much, Martha...you, too! The center of the clematis flower is a work of art in itself...

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  15. Wonderful zoom shots! (I wanted to cuddle the kitty!) Here's to 'zooming in'!!

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    1. Cosette is one of two Ragdolls that we own. She is very cuddly and soft. We take a great photo together, since we are both gray-haired. Thanks for stopping by, Beth!

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  16. Love your Z posts and beautiful pictures. Thanks for your zealously sharing them with us.

    Tia@DepressionCookies

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    1. You are welcome, Tia...thanks for your words of encouragement!

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  17. Hi Jarm,

    Nice to meet you! Thank you for visiting my z-post!
    Your photogtraphs are beautiful. I can understand why you like your camera!

    This has been an interesting month. I have not been able to visit all of the blogs, so I am trying to catch up a little now.

    Best wishes,
    Anna

    For the benefit of other readers:

    Anna's A to Z the letter Z

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    1. Good to meet you, Anna....and thanks for your kind words! Yes, it is a challenge to visit all the blogs. I'm going to continue to do so for the next few months. Glad we could connect...

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  18. So beautiful! Yes, I am a bit melancholy that this is the end of the challenge as well. But, with hope, I shall meet you here again next year!

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    1. I'm sure we will keep in touch throughout the year, Elizabeth...blessings on your summer!

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  19. Oh wow, I love all your photos!! I particularly like the flower shots. Gorgeous!!
    COngrats for making it to the end of the challenge! It certainly was a challenge! ;)

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    1. I'll say...I can't believe I had time to breathe, let alone teach my kids! But, it's been all worth it. I've learned so much, and met so many new bloggers! Thanks for stopping, Lynda...congrats to you, too!

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  20. I love the "Kiss me here!" spots on the top of the cat's head and between the dog's eyes. I often kiss my Baxter (cat) right on that spot between his ears. It is so soft and he loves it.
    Thanks for sharing some great pix.

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    1. So, you kiss your cat, too! I can't resist her (Cosette the cat's) soft forehead, or fuzzy ears...pets are a gift, aren't they, Pam?

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  21. Those were beautiful photos. The colors are amazing. You are blessed with a great camera.

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    1. Thanks, Elizabeth...i do love my camera. I can't imagine trading it in for another, but, someday I must! Thanks for stopping to comment...

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  22. The photos are astoundingly beautiful.

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    1. Thanks so much, Anthony...I appreciate your comment!

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  23. Wow, what amazing photos! Even with a great camera, you still need a good eye, and you've got one.

    ~Debbie

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    1. I appreciate your kind observation, Debbie...I think photography is fast becoming a hobby of mine!

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