At Christmas, nature expresses well the joy of the season; our readers have shared the beauty with us. Please send your photos to editor@gazettejournal.net.

A beautiful amaryllis at the home of Bonnie Hudgins of Mathews.

Camellia japonica “Tama Vino” blooms for Lewis Hubbard.

Candy Campbell of Gloucester Point created a sportsman’s wreath, which includes feathers of game birds and oyster shells, and other objects.

Nancy Richardson of North has decorated her welcoming front door with a live wreath, accented with silver bells.

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