Raven Haven Horizontal The diverse state of Texas

The diverse state of Texas -- from humid conditions in the east to arid in the far west

In the morning hours

The Arc de Triopmphe is a handsome monument vested with patriotic intents honoring certain perosns who died for France in battle

on a dusty road in central India I came across this  dainty new flower just awakening to an old world environment

Raven Haven Horizontal The diverse state of TexasYou see ravens or their relatives almost everywhere, but the ones I see in in the Southwest wilderness always seem enticed with the joys of life. They are often at play and are recognized as ranking high on the list of earth's intelligent creatures.