One of these days I’m going to topple over while trying to snap a picture. Lake Loretta at Alley Park was teaming with dragonflies on Saturday and it brought me great joy to watch them.
I was crouched on rocks on the lake shore, leaning forward and down with nothing to hold me up but what little core strength I have. The fact my heavy zoom lens didn’t make me top heavy is a miracle.
They say you’re among angels when there is a dragonfly nearby. I stood there watching them for a long time but couldn’t resist trying to grab a shot. None turned out great but at least I have something to remember the moment.
You got a perfect shot! (Glad you didn’t fall over)🙂 Dragonflies are very cool. I spied a walking stick on the side of the house recently. Haven’t seen one in a while. It’s been years since I saw a mantis, too. The insects are not doing so well, I fear.
I fear you are correct. I can’t remember the last time I saw either. And yes, I am grateful that I stayed upright!