This week’s WEEKLY PHOTO CHALLENGE : THANKFUL is quite a challenge because I’m so very thankful for much in my life – my family, good health, ability to travel and stop and take a photo whenever I want and, of course, the chance to write. Also I’m thankful for having a lovely spot to live.
I notice I’m very influenced by my surroundings and chose where I live because I could look out and see trees on all sides. Although my house is in a suburb of Brisbane and there are houses close by I’m fortunate to live amongst so much greenery.
My barbeque in the branches – two floors up!
Aussie trees and view to the mountains.
Even the garage has a green (if messy) outlook
That’s the edge of a lemon myrtle tree on the left – heavenly.
Reasonably clear view through the screens. It’s clearer in real life. The brain must make allowances for the presence of the screen. The camera cannot do so.
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Like you I wish to see green through my windows too. You have a lovely greenery all round!
I’m sure the greenery lifts my spirirts! Nice of you to visit….thanks for your comments 🙂
That BBQ high up looks great 🙂
Yes it’s a great spot Elle. At the last BBQ we had a kookaburra perched on the railing hoping to get some left-overs!
Thanks for dropping by 🙂
I can see why and what you are thankful for! Lovely place to live. Green is beautiful!
Thank you, Denise, for stopping by and commenting….give me trees any day!
You have beautiful views at your home 🙂
Thank you…..I do feel fortunate 🙂 I love the header photo on your home page. Where is it taken?
So beautiful!
Thanks Cindy 🙂 I do love trees!
love the photos Mary – especially the trees from the deck Love Tony
Thanks Tony. It certainly is a great spot! Thanks too for taking the time to comment 😉
You live in a beautiful location – nice photos too 🙂
Thank you, Lorraine. I’m very happy here!
Hi, I have nominated you for double awards! Please click on the link for more details! http://helpwithyourlife.wordpress.com/2012/11/28/enjoy-double-awards/ Congratulations! Blessings, Cathie
Hi Cathie, I know I replied to your kind nomination on your blog but I want to let you know that time is a little tight at the moment. Things should improve next week so hopefully I’ll find the time to answer all those questions!! Thanks again for nominating my blog, Mary 🙂
What a lovely place to come home to.
Thank you Paul…it is restful. I just visited my son whose unit overlooks the Story Bridge and I suggested he check out your wonderful photos of Brisbane 🙂
Thank you Mary for spreading the word, I appreciate it.
You have an absolutely charming dwelling! – Kaye
Thank you, Kaye…I am very fortunate!
You have a lovely home. I visited Brisbane many years ago and just loved it…and Australia in general.
Thank you so much! Brisbane is a wonderful place to live. Thanks for stopping by 🙂
You bet.
Beautiful, green and serene. Love your photo at the top too.
Thanks, Mazigrace. Nice of you to drop by and comment. Must check out your site 🙂