withstanding the elements

A spider hangs out in its fog-spangled web on a cool September morning. At this time of year a lot of spiders seem to make their way into the house, seeking shelter I suppose. I always have a small twinge of guilt whenever I catch one and chuck it outside.

Weekly Photo Challenge: Endurance

18 thoughts on “withstanding the elements”

seeker September 20, 2014 at 12:42 am

Wow, great photography for endurance!

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bythebriny Post authorSeptember 20, 2014 at 7:52 am

Thanks very much!

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Judy @ newenglandgardenandthread September 20, 2014 at 5:32 am

I don’t ‘want’ them in the house but am always amazed at their ability to create such beautiful webs. They are truly artists. 🙂

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bythebriny Post authorSeptember 20, 2014 at 7:55 am

Yes, I’m much happier observing them outside. Thanks for your comment!

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sustainabilitea September 20, 2014 at 5:22 pm

Super photo! When we go riding in the mountains, the first person often runs into spider webs. Next day, there they are again.

janet

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bythebriny Post authorSeptember 20, 2014 at 6:37 pm

Thanks! Yeah, I never want to be the first person on a hiking path in the morning.

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1. sustainabilitea September 20, 2014 at 6:40 pm
  
  Only works if you’re a midget. 🙂

jenny September 21, 2014 at 4:50 am

Stunning. What a perfect entry for the theme.

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bythebriny Post authorSeptember 21, 2014 at 10:14 am

Thank you!

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Paige September 21, 2014 at 2:50 pm

Fantastic photo … and happy to know I’m not the only one who releases them back into the wild …

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bythebriny Post authorSeptember 21, 2014 at 3:51 pm

Thanks! Why don’t I feel the same way about mosquitoes, though?

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1. Paige September 21, 2014 at 5:22 pm
  
  I think people would look at you funny if you told them you set mosquitoes free!