Perserverance-seen through the lens!

One of the thing I have seen time and time again through the lens is examples of perseverance.  Take the graceful Loon as an example.

What would such a beautiful, graceful and need with perseverance?  They are incredible swimmers, and their dedication to their kids is legendary.

But have you ever seen one try and take-off?  This is one Loon, one take off run...

He finally got up after this--13 seconds after trying to start...have you ever though about how long 13 seconds really is? Try humming a note for 13 seconds straight..it is longer than you think!

 That Loon never gave up..in the long run, it will be a matter of life and death for him.  But here.. it was just a faster way to get the the start of the lake.  If I had half the heart this Loon showed..I would be unstoppable!