I have always been a 'nature nut'. Trees, birds, rocks, rivers, butterflies & flowers have always been such a source of joy in my life. I had a very rewarding, successful nursing career for 20 years until I became disabled in 2007. To stave off profound depression, I took up photography, and the obvious subject matter-nature! It really has been a saving grace for me, and I have gotten great feedback on my skills, too. I was even featured on Kodak's Tips & Projects Exchange blog