One of the ways I stay engaged and present in everyday life is by noticing the details. As I walked the narrow streets of Florence and wandered through a handful of medieval hilltop villages, I paid particular attention to the doors, windows and architectural ornaments. Such artistry! For me, beauty hunting is better than shopping. The photos are my take-home treasures…and gifts I get to share with you!
Enjoy the beauty in the details.
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Peer though the window to see what really caught my eye:
So ornate for an apartment!
A Bravehearted Beauty crest?
Do they have any idea how valuable these old doors would be here?
You could do an entire book on knobs and knockers.
The door to the apartment my parents rented…
This door looks modern compared to most…
Talk about rustic elegance…
I’m always drawn to simple iron work.
Every Italian tourist needs one of these shots…
{Can you imagine hundreds of people photographing your laundry?}
Beauty hunting takes the boredom out of waiting for a train…
And who can resist a solo red poppy hidden in the grasses?
I’m pretty sure you could take me anywhere and I’d find beauty, but in some places, it’s everywhere you turn…to the point that you can glaze over after awhile. Focusing on the details helps you take it all in a little more deeply. And where beauty is limited, looking for hidden beauty brings new perspective on what otherwise seems barren or boring. Try hunting for the details and see for yourself!
Blessings and peace to you,
P.S. On the home front, I’m feeling deeply sad about what happened in Charleston. It deserves so much more than a post script, but when I’m deeply sad, I’m usually very quiet. Praying that light will shine through the darkness.
CAM - Thanks for the most amazing pictures!!! I was there long enough ago that those vivid images are fading in my memory. Love your pics. Keep them coming. The beauty is speaking to my heart!!!!
Rachel - Your pictures are absolutely amazing.
Catherine - Your photos of Italy are gorgeous! So much beauty that I’m sure it was an easy job to “find the beauty” Thank you for sharing your talent and words!