At the macro level, I learned that even snails can move too fast. I had to keep my hand on the manual focus at all times.
The next 2 photos show a tiny insect by the small antennae holding on to dear life.
The Whispering Mesquite
Backyard nature and food photography through a beginner's eye
The Whispering Mesquite 
Beautiful photographs! They are all great but I especially like the second-to-last picture. Love the attitude.
Thank you Chino Latino! In fact I was calling that one the “action shot”.