We've had some nice mid-winter days here at the Shores, but reds are still pretty scarce.
This post is the result of a recent morning's photo safari around our immediate neighborhood.
Most of the reds I found were very much on the subtle side of the spectrum.
But there are signs of Spring to come.
At this time of year, we take any bright color we can find and we are grateful that it isn't covered with snow and ice.
HAPPY RUBY TUESDAY FROM FERN RIDGE SHORES.
Thank you to Mary at Ruby Tuesday meme for hosting this meme -- click on the link to look at more cheerful reds.
So many gals like pink - I love red - the heart - the color of passion - it makes you feel so alive doesn't it?
Love your pictures Sallie.
Sandie
Posted by: Chatty Crone | January 28, 2010 at 07:41 AM
I'm told the tree is a Japanese Red-Barked Maple. As RVers we do our gardening vicariously -- enjoying the efforts of those who live more stable lives! Glad everybody liked the reds.
Posted by: sallie (FullTime-Life) | January 26, 2010 at 05:11 PM
All that red is so cheerful. It's very gray here in Northern California. I really like the red tree.
Posted by: Margot at Joyfully Retired | January 26, 2010 at 04:39 PM
What is the red tree (?) in the last picture? I've never seen anything like that before. No reds here, but my inside daffodils are blooming and the garden has some shoots (snails had a good go at them while I was in hospital but there are still some left!) - so hopefully spring will continue to push her way forward :)
Posted by: Quasi Serendipita | January 26, 2010 at 04:35 PM
That's a lovely color for us here whose ground is white and naked brown trees ^_^
Fish minus chips
Posted by: Kim | January 26, 2010 at 11:26 AM
The red tree and especially its trunk, is outstanding. It sort of reminds me of manzanita wood but with a hint of extra brightness.
Sally - go to Picnik.com and explore the collage possibilties (and other things) there. Easy to use and lots of cool editing options will be at your fingertips.
Posted by: annieelf | January 26, 2010 at 10:22 AM
Red? We're just green and white, with brown bark!!!
Thanks for visiting!
Posted by: Jennifer Jilks | January 26, 2010 at 07:52 AM
Sallie, you found wonderful red. Is that last photo a red twig dogwood?
donna
Posted by: donna | January 26, 2010 at 04:20 AM
Beautiful! They'd look great in my yard!
Posted by: Laura | January 26, 2010 at 01:05 AM
Lovely Sallie!
I don't know what that last red branch tree is but I know I WANT one. :)
Posted by: Carletta | January 25, 2010 at 11:35 PM
Ah, to find some red during the winter is a miracle - and a cheerful one too!
Posted by: Lady Fi | January 25, 2010 at 11:14 PM