Making the icicles the focus

[GeezieCreezie]

I recently bought a Canon Rebel T1i (at the beginning of the month, though I had borrowed one several times in November and December before taking the plunge myself). We had an ice storm a few weeks ago (a rarity this far south), and I took this photo of some icicles on a shrub outside my house. I am fairly happy with the framing, but something doesn't feel right... Nothing stands out. I think it is due to the reflections and harsh light on the top and left sides of the picture. Are there any settings or changes I could have made to make this photo pop a little more?


IMG_4449 by GeezieCreezie, on Flickr

Exif data:
Camera Canon EOS REBEL T1i
Exposure 1/50
Aperture f/2.2
Focal Length 50 mm
ISO Speed 200
Auto focus, no flash

[Sterling]

You need some light on those icicles.