Retired school teacher now pursuing my hobby of nature photography. Summers in S. Central Michigan, winters in the Lower Rio Grande Valley (S. Texas). I'd shoot Lions and Tigers and Bears, but they're not nearby, so I shoot a lot of birds, odes, butterflies, and anything else that catches my fancy. The quest brings me into further contact with a never ending parade of fascinating lives. iNaturalist is a great resource for both curious amateurs like me and serious researchers - it’s a win-win deal, pros and amateurs benefitting each other, and I’m happy to be here.