Who’s Beedie?

I’m a retired Alcohol and Drug Counselor and the founder of Quantum Units Continuing Education an online corporation providing Mental Health and Substance Abuse courses to professionals required to renew their licenses and credentials.

I started ‘Mind‘ as an amateur photographer to share my photography of nature and the magnificent wildlife that surrounds me in its natural environment while living on the Central Coast of California.

For me, Photography is a pure Zen activity. Peaceful and Spiritual. When I’m out in nature, with my camera, I feel at one with all living beings and that my friend is as it should be.

All photos taken are mine and done so in their natural environment. I honor and respect the habitat of the magnificent wildlife and nature that I live in and which I am able to share with you.

Thank you for stopping by.

49 comments on “Who’s Beedie?”

Thom Hickey on October 10, 2014 at 4:33 AM said:

Thanks Beedie. Delighted to have discovered your eye-arresting blog. Lots to explore. Regards from Thom at the immortal jukebox.

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- Beedie on October 10, 2014 at 1:18 PM said:
  
  Thank you Thom!
  
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Fred on July 19, 2014 at 3:11 PM said:

I appreciate your comment that “For me, Photography is a pure Zen activity. Peaceful and Spiritual.”

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- Beedie on July 19, 2014 at 3:32 PM said:
  
  Thank you for visiting Fred. Sounds like you have a similar experience with photography.
  
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- Beedie on August 8, 2014 at 1:17 PM said:
  
  Thank you Fred. It truly is.
  
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Ann Koplow on December 14, 2013 at 6:33 PM said:

I’m so glad our paths have crossed here, Beedie. You have a beautiful blog and I plan to visit again soon.

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- Beedie on December 16, 2013 at 12:50 PM said:
  
  Thank you Ann. Very nice to meet you here on WordPress.
  
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theamateurcamera on September 9, 2013 at 2:07 PM said:

Found you via LCP, glad I did! Very much enjoyed looking through some of your posts today and will definitely be back for more. I too feel totally at peace when out with my camera, surrounded by nature. It’s the time I really ‘feel’ what I’m seeing and the time I most live in the moment.

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- Beedie on September 9, 2013 at 2:15 PM said:
  
  Thank you for stopping by amateur camera. It’s so wonderful to meet like-minded friends in the Blogosphere!
  
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  - theamateurcamera on September 9, 2013 at 2:17 PM said:
    
    Yes, indeed it is! There are some really lovely people in the wordpress community 🙂
    
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meticulousmick on September 9, 2013 at 7:39 AM said:

Just popped over here having seen the blog by LCP as wanted to see more. Love the peace that you capture in your shots and love nature too. It can be so uplifting. MM 🍀

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- Beedie on September 9, 2013 at 2:16 PM said:
  
  Thank you for stopping in for a bit meticulousmick. Are you really meticulous? I’ll be checking out a lot of blogs today. I’m grateful for Leanne’s post and introducing me to so many new like-minded bloggers/photographers.
  
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Bob on September 9, 2013 at 4:03 AM said:

I love the central coast. Peace and tranquility, not to mention great weather.

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- Beedie on September 9, 2013 at 2:16 PM said:
  
  The central coast is heaven Bob. Thank you for stopping by.
  
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Joe on June 27, 2013 at 7:13 PM said:

You hit the nail on the head, photography is a pure Zen activity I could not have said it better. I am enjoying your photos.

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sarahcolliver on June 7, 2013 at 9:34 AM said:

wonderful photos – very inspiring!

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- Beedie on June 7, 2013 at 1:07 PM said:
  
  Thank you very much Sarah! :O)
  
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ajaytao2010 on February 19, 2013 at 5:11 PM said:

Nice reading about you.

Thanks. for visiting my blog Ajaytao2010@wordpress.com. Browse through the category sections, I feel you may definitely find something of your interest.

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Sandy Steinman on January 25, 2013 at 4:12 PM said:

Thanks for reblogging my post and your likes and comments. I thought you might find it curious that when not blogging, birdiing, looking at wildflowers, doing photography and hiking., I am a therapist in private practice with a substance abuse specialty.

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- Beedie on January 25, 2013 at 4:17 PM said:
  
  Oh, well that’s very interesting indeed Sandy. :0) Very nice to meet you and thank you for sharing.
  
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allthingsboys on December 16, 2012 at 1:30 AM said:

Congratulations! I’ve awarded you the Blog of the Year Award 2012! Check it out here: http://allthingsboys.wordpress.com/2012/12/15/second-star-from-the-right/

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Vicki on November 5, 2012 at 7:11 PM said:

Thank you for visiting my blog and for the follow.. your photos are wonderful, and I look forward to your new posts..

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- Beedie on November 5, 2012 at 8:55 PM said:
  
  You bet Vicki. I too look forward to the connection. Beedie.
  
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allthingsboys on September 2, 2012 at 2:41 PM said:

Beedie, I was wondering if you could email me. I wanted to ask you some questions about metal health issues. arnelgonce@gmail.com Thanks!

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allthingsboys on August 29, 2012 at 4:06 AM said:

Hey Beedie, I’ve nominated you for the super sweet blogger award. Check it out here: http://allthingsboys.wordpress.com/2012/08/28/the-super-sweet-blogging-award/

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- Beedie on August 29, 2012 at 2:16 PM said:
  
  Thank you very much! You’re too sweet yourself :O) I clicked the link and it doesn’t work, just an fyi.
  
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petrel41 on August 26, 2012 at 12:34 PM said:

Hi Beedie, congratulations!

I have nominated your blog for the 10 Commandments Award.

10 Commandments Award, thanks argylesock!

Enjoy!

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- Beedie on August 26, 2012 at 1:39 PM said:
  
  Thank you my friend! :O)
  
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  - petrel41 on August 26, 2012 at 2:34 PM said:
    
    You really deserve it 🙂
    
    Best wishes to you, your camera, and your blog!
    
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allthingsboys on August 3, 2012 at 5:35 PM said:

Sorry Beedie, I did not mean to address you Jules! UGH! What a day…

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- Beedie on August 4, 2012 at 1:42 PM said:
  
  Oh Funny – I didn’t even notice ;O)
  
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allthingsboys on August 3, 2012 at 5:32 PM said:

Hey Jules! I’ve awarded you the Sisterhood of Bloggers Award! Check it out here: http://allthingsboys.wordpress.com/2012/08/03/more-ketchup/

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- Beedie on August 4, 2012 at 1:41 PM said:
  
  Thank you for the award my friend. I will most definitely check it out!
  
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mothergrogan on July 20, 2012 at 6:24 PM said:

Thanks for the follow Beedie! I see a lot of fantastic bird photos here, will be coming back as often as possible.

mg

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- Beedie on July 20, 2012 at 7:11 PM said:
  
  Thank you MotherGrogan – you are welcome on my turf anytime ; 0)
  
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petrel41 on July 18, 2012 at 5:39 PM said:

Thanks for subscribing to my blog! Welcome 🙂

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petrel41 on July 17, 2012 at 8:26 PM said:

Congratulations! I have nominated you for the One Lovely Blog Award.

The rules are at

One Lovely Blog Award, thanks Parashar’s Tales!

You really deserve it!

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- Beedie on July 18, 2012 at 1:54 PM said:
  
  Thank you so much I’m honored! :O)
  
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  - petrel41 on July 18, 2012 at 5:44 PM said:
    
    All my best wishes for you and your blog 🙂
    
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walterhampson on June 28, 2012 at 1:11 PM said:

Thank you for liking my AT The Feeder Today blog. I had a good look at your phots, you do have a skill there. Yopur phots are very good.

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- Beedie on June 28, 2012 at 1:14 PM said:
  
  Thank you Walter for stopping by :O) I’m an amateur photographer but I do LOVE birds and photography – a good combination! I’ll be checking out your blog from time to time. Enjoy your retirement.
  
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ThisHandcraftedLife on June 28, 2012 at 2:39 AM said:

Hi Beedie, thanks for stopping by and liking my latest post. Your photos are beautiful! I’ll be stopping by again soon.

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- Beedie on June 28, 2012 at 12:14 PM said:
  
  Nice to meet you ThisHandCraftedLife and thank you likewise ;O)
  
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podnumber2 on June 27, 2012 at 11:34 PM said:

Thanks for visiting my blog so I could have a chance to see yours. I love being back in the Pac NW!! 🙂

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Seasonsgirl on June 26, 2012 at 3:35 AM said:

I am currently a substance abuse and mental health counselor. I am going to check out your link to Quantum Units Continuing Education. It sounds interesting. I am glad you ‘liked’ my blog so I could find you…I am enjoying your blog. 🙂

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- Beedie on June 26, 2012 at 2:15 PM said:
  
  Yay Seasongirl! Glad you found me and I you :O)
  
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Sue (Mac's Girl) on May 3, 2012 at 2:21 PM said:

Thank you for visiting my blog, Beedie!

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- Beedie on May 3, 2012 at 2:40 PM said:
  
  It’s great to meet you Sue! :O)
  
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