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søren k. harbel's avatar

The three little trees through the fence - magic! And, Ben is looking good!!

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

I have walked by these trees and photographed them so often in the past. That morning, I realized that the fence actually would make a great frame. It shows it is always worth looking - even in places you have been so many times before.

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Todd Haughton's avatar

Yes! The trees framed by the fence were my favorite. I loved how it captured the serene landscape in context.

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Thank you, Todd! I have walked by the scene so often and always photographed through the fence. That morning, something made me look different at the scene. It is always worth challenging yourself and photographing the same places.

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Mark Foard's avatar

I’m a hundred percent in agreement with this 👆

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Thank you, Mark!

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Lin Gregory's avatar

Lovely images Susanne - I'm with Soren, those three trees through the fence were crying out to be photographed...fabulous! Is it me or does Ben have a very questioning look on his face in that last shot?!

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

I guess his question was “Do I now, that I have looked into your camera, get a treat?” 😉

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Lin Gregory's avatar

😂

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Dan Jandl's avatar

Always great getting these! And those trees!

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Glad to hear that, Dan! Thank you!

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Sheila's avatar

The poochie woochie and the chirping 😍 you’re watching him and he’s watching you it seems.

The shadow perfectly aligned on the trunk! Very well spotted.

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

He is always watching me! 😆 Thank you for looking and listening, Sheila!

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Manuela Thames's avatar

I never tire of your visual journals. They are always beautiful! I love seeing your sweet Ben!

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Thank you, Manuela! I am glad to hear this!

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Keith Fey's avatar

Walking familiar scenes in different seasons, familiar but always new...your photos are lovely Susanne.

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Thank you so much, Keith!

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Marta Blum's avatar

Truly beautiful

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Thanks so much, Marta!

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Yasumi Toyoda's avatar

I could never tire of your Visual Journals!

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

I am so glad to hear this, Yasumi! Thank you!

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Jack McNulty's avatar

I enjoy the way you use black and white to accentuate lines and shadows in nature... beautiful!

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Thank you, Jack! It is all there already. I just capture it! =)

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Juliette's avatar

Every time, you get some emotion from me with these images. That first and fifth image literally asked me to breathe... I did pause and breathe (and smile). And then there was Ben! He always catches me by surprise. I can't believe I keep forgetting that he shows up. I get caught up in the walk and boom, there he is and then I giggle a little. Lovely photos, Susanne.

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Thank you for your kind comment, Juliette! It makes me happy to year it makes you smile, breathe and feel! That is exactly what I do one most of these walks.

Also, it wouldn’t be “My Visual Journal” without Ben… 😉

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Nicole Suzanne Photography's avatar

The little *chomp* sound Ben did was so adorable! Loved the little trees framed by the wire. The sound of your morning walk is so beautiful Susanne. Wishing you the best of the best days.

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Haha, either Ben sniffles or makes or funny sounds. But yes, it is adorable! ♥️ Thank you for your feedback. It is one of our favorite places nearby. Always very peaceful and quiet…

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Nicole Suzanne Photography's avatar

He’s so adorable. Give him a squishy hug from us over here.

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Will do! ♥️

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Paul Votava's avatar

Brought a little peace into my day, thank you!

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

I am happy to hear that, Paul!

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Almut | The Weary Pilgrim's avatar

wie immer, wunderschön.

PS: Wie kann ich diesen subscriber Aufruf ganz unten in deinem Brief einfügen? Ist das ein Link? Danke!!

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Dankeschön! Was genau meinst Du denn?

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Almut | The Weary Pilgrim's avatar

Du hast diese schöne Signatur am Ende deines letters. Subscribe to … by…, launched…, und dann die description deines substacks plus subscribe button darunter. Ist das ein automatisches feature? Ich hab das auch woanders gesehen, aber weiss nicht, wie ich es in meine Briefe einfügen kann. tausend Dank!!!

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Kannst Du mir mal einen Screenshot als pm schicken? Bei mir sehe ich das nicht. Bei mir endet mein Newsletter nach “Thank you so much!” - ich schätze, dass ist ein automatische Feature für Leser, die keine Abonnenten sind…

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Tom Schroder's avatar

Wonderful images, Susanne. And hi Ben!

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Thank you, Tom!

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Philippe Castelneau's avatar

I love the video! I watched it once, then played it again while going through your pictures once more, to enjoy the birds and the feel of the forest. It's really neat.

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Thank you for the feedback, Philippe! The sound was so wonderful and I thought it would be nice to share the sound along with the photos. Glad you enjoyed it!

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Ralph Turner's avatar

Lovely images, particularly the 4th and 5th ones.

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Susanne Helmert's avatar

Thank you, Ralph!

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