Erika Salmon, Whimsical Wings (September theme: What Matters to Me )

To me, ladybugs take me back to my childhood. Spotting ladybugs in our garden sparked so much joy; the feeling simply magical. As an adult, photographing these elusive, vibrant creatures still brings me so much joy.

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