Captured Lightning

 A photo of 'Captured Lightning' or more technically, The Lichtenberg Figure, which can appear on the bodies of people who have been struck by lightning.

I like to think that we are one part of the whole so when nature is mirrored in various forms it gives me a nerdy thrill!

Mississippi River Delta

Fern pattern on slate

Tree roots (no, really!)

The Grand Canyon from space. I suppose the last one is a bit of a cheat as it's also created by water but you get the idea.

Sympatico!!

Seal Fish Find

Continuing on the theme of charity shops, I found this little fishie on sale for £1 the other day. Don't know why he appealed to me but I parted with 100 whole pennies on a whim.

When I got him home I noticed a tiny signature on the base and after nearly going boss eyed with the effort I finally deciphered the name 'Lalique.'

I was so flippin excited as I've always wanted to own a piece by Lalique but it's rather out of my price range! After a bit of research I found they were produced to buy individually or as a collection - the design comes in a range of colours and you can create a multi coloured shoal if you have the money and the inclination. Granted this little fella is very modern and not worth thousands but I am very happy to have him on my shelf. Now all I need to do is cultivate some less materialistic ambitions!