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Turkeys are a common sight in Cades Cove, Great Smoky Mountains National Park. I often pass them by, though, unless it's mating season and there's a male strutting in full plumage trying to attract attention from the ladies. That was the case in this photo, and he was a handsome fellow, but unfortunately the day was quite overcast so his feathers are not as colorful as they are when caught by the sunlight. I ended up liking the shot, though, because of the hen in the background who is paying him no mind as he shows off right in front of her.

Simply put, I LOVE TO TAKE PICTURES. I found this love later in life than many do, after raising my family and enjoying a career in education, both as a teacher and school administrator. Currently, much of my time revolves around travel and photography, and when I'm not traveling and taking pictures, I'm thinking about traveling and taking pictures! The Tennessee valley is my home, so I am surrounded by some of the most scenic areas of the United States with the added bonus of plentiful wildlife and birds...literally paradise for a photographer! My best days are spent in the mountains enjoying God's amazing creation and trying to capture all things nature with my camera. It gives me great joy to use this medium to share the intricacies of...