Every day I come across photographs that are beautiful, startling, or funny. Sometimes - they are examples of fabulous photography but more often - they are photos of places or things I simply find appealing. And these days the effects are so good I cannot tell if a photo has been altered or enhanced. But if I like it, I like it. I decided to create a place where I could share them with other people. I should go on record saying - I think almost any kitten is a cute kitten, and I'm a sucker for a pretty flower. Oh, my name is BetteJo, I've been called a crazy cat lady, and I bead. Welcome!
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Wednesday, April 29, 2009



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Monday, April 27, 2009



What's he doing?







Things that make you go hmm-m-m....








Simply beautiful






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Saturday, April 25, 2009


My new vacation spot,
wherever it is!

amazing spot

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Thursday, April 23, 2009



~ York Minster ~
Illuminated for the celebrations of the
400th anniversary of the Gunpowder Plot

It's historic - but I just think it's stunning!






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York Minster on a normal day






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Wednesday, April 22, 2009

~ Shades of green ~






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Tuesday, April 21, 2009




Speaks for itself.





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Monday, April 20, 2009


~ End of day ~






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Saturday, April 18, 2009



~More beauty from Butchart Gardens ~
A little bit of Spring.






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Thursday, April 16, 2009



I'm guessing they meant it.




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Wednesday, April 15, 2009




I hear there are some people who don't actually like chocolate.
But I don't know them!





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Tuesday, April 14, 2009



This is a gorgeous kitty!!





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Monday, April 13, 2009



Perfection of nature







Cemetery in Hong Kong
I've never seen anything like it.








I know it's color enhanced, but it's pretty!






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Sunday, April 12, 2009




I say - if you can't beat 'em, might as well join 'em!







Either - no fear of heights - or he just hasn't noticed yet!








Seriously, I'm not sure if this is an otter or a seal -
but I DO know - OMG it's cute!!!






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Friday, April 10, 2009




Interesting birthday concept.







Spring at Kensington Gardens








Why?






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Thursday, April 9, 2009




Mm-m-m...burrito...





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Wednesday, April 8, 2009



Beautiful metal foliage





Lonely tulips






Promise of intimacy





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Tuesday, April 7, 2009




Looks like you can get a Coca Cola
no matter where you are!





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Sunday, April 5, 2009




Beautiful bird, lovely flowers.






Asian man-hole cover






Before the vase





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Really pretty






Building storm clouds







Lovely lighting, lovely flowers






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Wednesday, April 1, 2009




Nothing like a good book.






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