Fish eye view...

I brought the water camera with me to the pool and was ready to take the standard images of the kids swimming, things floating on the water, me being splashed by kids swimming with the things that were floating on the water… but then I had a crazy idea. I took the camera into the pool and held it under the water pointed towards the sky. I love what I got to see. Not all my grand plans work out but this one made me smile. July 15th

Medieval moments...

Wander back in time with me brave lords and faire ladies for we are getting a little medieval today. My grog was from the cellars of Diet Pepsi, the meal roasted fowl and root vegetable and all quite tasty. The horsemanship was first rate and the rabble all were roused quite nicely. Our knight fell out of favor early on but the handsome prince still took the day. Good triumphed over evil and peace settled upon the land once more. Oh, and I took photos!

If you find yourself drawn to the faire land of Medieval Times, root loudly for your knight and use the wet wipes frequently. Eating with your fingers is messy business. We took two 9-year-old boys along on our journey; it was wonderful to see what true joy looks like through their eyes. July 14th

Mysterious bursts of light...

Eleven years ago, when I planted this, I knew what type of hydrangea it was. Now, it is just the huge bush that is trying to annex the azaleas turf. It has the coolest flower display though. Looks a little like fireworks to me. Ok, squint a little and don’t be so skeptical. See, you see fireworks too, right?  Fine, just humor me. July 13th

Photo 101...

Had the best time today combining so many things that I love into one package. I held a basic photography class for two girls that are a joy to spend time with, got to hangout in the park on a beautiful day and talk about photography, and then take photos! Even on paper, it sounds like a great day, doesn’t it? In the bright sun we spent some time talking about the benefits of finding shade and how your flash can help you even when the sun is high in the sky. It was wonderful. I cannot wait to do it again. Here are a few images. To see a few more, head over to my Facebook page. July 12

Bright side of the moon...

Moon flowers! They are in the small gardens in my front yard and they grow in spite of me. Man do they grow, tall and wild and full of flowers. They are too big for their location and last year I transplanted half the bunch trying to tame the chaos but this summer the ones left just multiplied to fill the space. However, the ones I transplanted didn’t make it in their new location. I love them so much that I can’t bring my self to move them again. I guess I will have a mini jungle of small purple and white flowers greeting all who step foot onto my front path, at least until I can find a new home they will like. It is beautiful chaos. July 11th

Peaceful…

Sunday morning, ah… July 10th

Secret garden...

Back behind my garage, regrettably hidden from view, is the most beautiful hydrangea plant. I would transplant it but I fear that it would hate its new location and wither. Right now, all on its own, it flourishes; unattended and uncared for, it puts on this flashy display of pink and purple and blue splendor. I didn’t even know that one plant could produce both pink and blue flowers. How is that possible? It is a lovely surprise each summer, right around the corner in my backyard. July 9th