CM Simpson: Writer & Gamer

So, I'm not so sure how uniquely 'Australian' this one is. I do know it was deucedly difficult to photograph. Apparently, butterflies have pretty good eyesight. In the first shot, I'm trying to gain a little focus and get a little closer. So far, so good. And than I adjusted focus in. Amazingly, the butterfly is still there. I adjusted the focus out. Now, I'm starting to think it's too scared to move. So, I try a different angle. And then another, thinking this must be either a very brave or very tolerant butterfly. I spoke too soon. apparently that last lot of shots was all it was willing to take and it flew away.

I looked out the window above my desk and saw this little one settling down for the night. I have no idea what kind of butterfly it is, but it was pretty and brightened my day. See what I mean? Beautiful!

Here is a visitor of the non-eight-legged variety. This little butterfly stayed just long enough for me to get a couple of shots. Enjoy :-)