When I finally acquired a decent macro lens I did not expect that this would actually provide a gateway to a completely different world. In the past, insects and other animals living in our garden were just there, not exactly worthy of a closer look, so I thought. Mostly, they all look the same anyway from an overall perspective.

This Calico Pennant Dragonfly is trying to hypnotize anything in reach.

How surprised was I when I looked at some insects really closely? They were literally dressed in colors that made them unbelievably beautiful. Greens, reds, and blues, not visible without magnification, changed my entire perception of this world. A world of tiny creatures living alongside our daily routines. Suddenly, our garden came alive because of my heightened awareness of all the things happening in it. Flies, snakes, cats, and even we humans share this space, going about our business. Every one of these inhabitants is beautiful and plays a role. I also noticed that certain insects always sit on the same branch. “Good morning, Robber Fly!”, “Hello, Frog!” There is a party going on in our Garden. And it’s actually a lot of fun, now that I’m aware of it.

Here are the faces of the folks living in our garden. I will add more over time. This, at least, is a beginning.

Murli The Cat found something interesting

Schnurli is watching and imaginary mouse

This Eastern Amberwing looks more like a small fairy

Snail is barely making it over the barrier

Clover Mites are always in motion

This bug is very slow

Ant surrounded by Clover Mites

Gipsy moth is not such a welcome creature

Hanging on

This Dragonfly is in need of some wing maintenance

This must be the overlook point

Basking in the sun

Time for a break

This Common Baskettail is a friendly member of our garden

Robber Fly waiting for food to fly by

Hummingbird discovers easy nectar

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