The old doors of San Miguel de Allende are rightfully famous. I am sure there are many photography books on that just that subject.

Wrought Iron and rich earth tones adorn San Miguel de Allende

Carved wooden door in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

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The tiny streets of San Miguel de Allende are much better for pedestrians than auto traffic. All the buildings in the center of town must be painted in earth tones.

Narrow stone streets of San Miguel de Allende in Mexico

San Miguel is at 6500 ft. elevation, keeping the climate much cooler than other parts of Mexico

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Walking around el centro, the main central area of San Miguel de Allende in Mexico, sometimes you can peek into courtyards from the street.

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San Miguel de Allende courtyard, with mirror reflection

Sunshine and plants in San Miguel courtyard

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The sun is out!

Stone birdbath wtih blue sky and evergreen tree reflections

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From the other side of the year, peonies from my garden.

Pink and white peonies in a glass vase on a black glass tabletop

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Bare branches of winter in late afternoon light

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The dark days still have some beauty in the Pacific Northwest.

Cloudscape from view point in Normandy Park, Washington

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May your days be merry and bright…

Candle ornament decorates a Christmas tree

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I visited a dear lady with an apartment in Manhattan with an extraordinary view, on a very clear day.

New York City’s East River at 77th St. at sunset, looking northeast

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A Seattle band with a big band sound, the Kings of Swing, plays at a senior center in Kent, WA every month for a practice venue. Great dance music!

Dancers enjoy the big band sound of the Seattle Kings of Swing

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