"Hidden Wonder"

There are times in life when we lose our way, or we simply can’t see our way. To look beyond our disappointments and look for opportunities instead, not only takes courage and determination but an awareness of self. That said, I was filled with these thoughts on this fall day last year, and those thoughts led me to this photo. Life didn’t go as planned so with a good dose of self talk, I pulled up my big girl pants (lol), and made the most of it by setting off on a photo shoot. As I was strolling through an apple orchard, I noticed some clouds forming and clinging to the mountains that surrounded me. I was excited (!), because I knew that if I could get into those clouds, I'd find fog and "mood". So off I went in search of a road that would lead me into the forest, into the fog, and beyond. Thanks to google maps, I found a muddy and slick logging road (my Jeep was covered!). As I ascended and entered the peaceful and tranquil fog, I no longer paid much attention to the road (lol). With the busy world was behind me and my creative self at ease, I was fully engaged in my photography passion; solitude and passion can be so healing. I enjoyed searching for a foggy composition and felt rewarded when I found this showstopper (I was elated!). I love how the light pulls you into the photo yet you can't see the wonders beyond the fog; hence I named this photo, “Hidden Wonder”.