The more photos I take, the more I start to “see” things differently. I’m guessing most photographers would say the same thing. What many people might only glance at, I now stop and do a double take.

This tired kitty was resting quietly above the gardens at Montpelier, the home of President James Madison in Orange, Virginia. A year or two ago, I might not have given it a second look. I’m glad I did.

This tired kitty was resting quietly above the gardens at Montpelier, the home of President James Madison in Orange, Virginia. Photo by Tim Stanley Photography.