My special spot is a parcel of land measuring about 56 acres, including woodland, wetland, and prairie habitats. I rented a house here from my employer, the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation. During my stay, it was opened to the public as the Joan M. Pick Nature Preserve.
I was extremely fortunate to have called this place my home for nearly four years. I have missed its many facets and familiar charms…but not the super cold winters! Here is a gallery of photos that I’ve taken of this property.
The driveway and our front yard are both expansive, for sure.
November
scillagrace 
GREAT photos. Definitely WILD life!
Thanks, John! 🙂
These photos are so delightful I had to go through them in the slide show so I could study the ones I really, really like. My favorite is the first one of frost on your window. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure, Pat. I’m so glad you enjoyed them!
This repost seems perfect for the theme and I missed the post two years ago so it was new to me!
Oh, good. Thanks!
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What a wonderful place. I love the way your photographs capture the changing seasons of your special place, just beautiful.
Thanks – I relish the opportunity to share this place. Thanks for inviting me to!
Wonderful gallery of your special place Priscilla. Thanks for sharing 🙂 🙂
My pleasure!
What a gorgeous place, Priscilla. I can see why it’s one of your favorites. Your photos are terrific. 😀
Thanks, Patti!
Memories of your special place were beautifully recorded through your lens Priscilla.
Thanks, Anne!
I can see why you so loved it Priscilla – although I, like you, do not miss cold! And I surely would love to see those cranes one day. Beautiful choice for the week.
Thanks, Tina!
I can see why you loved it. It would have been my special place too and reminds me very much of my special park in Naperville, Illinois, although I went to different places this week.
janet
The Midwest will always have a special place in my heart! ❤
Mine too.
A special place indeed…whatever the season!
It truly was a season showcase all year!
Wonderful 👍🏼
Beautiful photos from a very special place – and in your heart it is. Such variety and colour, wildlife – and all seasons. A bright and lovely post! Thank you.
Thank you, Ann-Christine, for receiving this so graciously!
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