(Day 362) - Leaf of the Decade

I'm amazed. This leaf is on a ficus tree on our balcony. It has always looked like eyes and a mouth to me so it's recognizable. I've photographed it three times on my project:

First (2011)
Second (2012)
Third (2017)

Can't believe it's been here for about 10 years! Didn't know a tree could have a leaf hang on for so long, even through some of our rain or heavy winds. Guess it's a good lesson. If a leaf can hang on, we can too. Keep hanging in there, friends. :)

Only 4 more days in my 365 Project to go!

[Mags]

Very nice textures and tones!

[katy]

Unbelievable how it has lasted this long! There is definitely no doubt it is the same leaf! I like each one of your photos of it and have to wonder how much longer you will be able to continue taking photos of it!

[Van]

Great focus and texture.

[Esther Rosenberg]

No kidding. I had to look at your other shots of this leaf. That is unbelievable.

[tony gig]

Great capture.

[Van]

Is it me or is he looking less angry and a little happier with each photo?

[JackieR]

wow been there as long as you have been here! unbeleafable!!

[Jacqueline]

It’s a wonder that leaf is still there!

[KoalaGardens🐨]

that is really extraordinary!

[PhylM-S]

That's amazing! Wow.

[Netkonnexion]

Loving the minimalist approach here. Great capture.

[haskar]

Cute. So many years and it's hanging.

[Taffy]

That is pretty amazing. I had no idea any leaf could remain so long. Quite tenacious -- maybe it is really a face!

[Shutterbug]

Love the details and textures and I think the hint of green is a nice complement. Are you planning on leaving or just celebrating a decade?

[Ann H. LeFevre]

Are you sure Mother Nature didn't superglue that leaf on there? That's pretty amazing it's still there after 10 years. Talk about longevity! Good milestone shot!

[GaryW]

Great texture.

[Kathy A]

That is amazing!

[Andy Wood]

Lovely shot Chris

[Chris Johnson]

@gapandgain - I've noticed that too!! He must have mellowed with age, haha

[Chris Johnson]

@shutterbug49 - Thank you so much Ms Shutterbug! I'm celebrating the decade but planning on adjusting from posting every day for my next year. But i'll still be around. :)

[Merrelyn]

It's amazing that it has held on for so long.

[Shutterbug]

Good, glad to hear that we will still be seeing your creative shots at least sometimes.

[Julie Ryan]

That is so interesting! I can't believe it either! All beautiful shots!