Long Distance Fishing

Day 188
When I was younger I used to go on fishing trips with my dad and my brothers. They were involved in scouting and I was bored. There are several pictures of me holding our tiny fishing trophies before sending them back on their way. When I saw this lady with her awesome coat, I was brought back to the days when it was okay to touch slimy things. These days I shy away from anything slippery and fishing is out of the question. Mostly because I remember the lack of real bathrooms at the pond we used to visit. I remember the heat and the boring scout ceremonies. To some extreme, I suppose I was jealous that I wasn't a scout too. As I look back, I figure that at least I know how to make a good cast and I can teach my kids how to bait a hook...ewwwww.

Getting Ready

Day 187

I am preparing for my junior voice recital at Otterbein University. Nervous and excited! This was the photo I ended up using for my poster with a slightly different edit. Now that the poster is done, I really like the way this one looks...Figures. Oh well.

Middle Passage

Day 186
"I keep sailing on in this middle passage. I am sailing into the wind and the dark. But I am doing my best to keep my boat steady and my sails full." Arthur Ashe

Content with the view

Day 185

I am content to look out over Earth and simply enjoy the beauty. Every time of year has its own charm. The joys of nature take away the stress of life. I forget about the those nearly constant worries and breathe in the fresh air. It is a good day when I can stop and look at the world around me.

Pretend

Day 184
Pretend for just one moment that you could do absolutely anything. Any talent you want is yours and the tools of the trade you secretly seek are in your grasp. Ultimately, my secret dream is a race car driver...But I also think being an architect would be awesome. There are so many basic fundamentals and then so many little quirks that can lead to some awesome designs. And then after pretending this, I try to draw. Definitely not in the cards for me. Racing on the other hand...

Drained...

Day 183

I felt so drained of energy yesterday. Because of illness, I slept for a solid twelve hours. Ugh! However, I have managed to bounce back with a lot of energy today. I still can't sing in full voice but I feel much more revived after power sleeping and just flat out resting. Sleep is definitely the best medicine...that and off-brand NyQuil. :)

Floater

Day 182

In my new-found obsession with water and everything that has to do with it, I found this seagull pretty nifty. It was trying to get something out of the water. I am going to pretend that it was a fish while in reality it probably was just some trash...le sigh.

Among the Rocks

Day 181

Windswept

Day 180

The other day I took a trip to a few dams in the area. It was cold and it was exceedingly windy. The experience was thrilling. The feeling on being on top of something as powerful as the rushing water is awesome. Being blow about as though you are nothing but a piece of paper is grounding. All in all, the adventure that Margo and myself shared was pretty sweet.

G.

Day 179

Old Style Cap

Day 178

Both of my younger brothers insist on wearing these hats. For a long time I was completely against it. It usually looked awkward and I had little patience for such an appearance. But I think the look is growing on me. I really like this shot because he was just leaning against the wall waiting for me to get done with my other pictures. It was too cute to pass up.

Green Dress

Day 178

There is little better than a pretty dress. It makes the wearer feel good and usually its comfortable. It reminds a girl of her femininity and her attractive qualities. And its fun to wear.

Looking for Treasure

Day 177

A child's treasure consists of many things we view as unimportant. Buttons, screws, bits of wood, scraps of metal. But a child views the world as a new place with amazing things everywhere. Every treasure has a story. Some day they will see the world as old and won't be fascinated with the little things. Meanwhile, children see a lot of things with those learning eyes.

The Wind in Her Face

Day 176

When you face the wind, you face opposition. You stand your ground and keep your feet firmly planted. No matter how strong the wind blows, you let it rustle your hair without breaking you down...unless of course it is a hurricane or tornado. In that case you just run away.

Procession

Day 175

Procession;
A march to mark the honor and glory of God.

Little Altar Boy

Day 174

I love the way the altar boys at my church wear the traditional garb. They look all nifty as they assist the priest with the Mass. It draws one back to the old days. The days when processions were commonplace and people didn't stare out of confusion, but out of reverence.

Some days...

Day 173

Some days I feel like a moth.
I flit from one bright personality to another. I hide in the shadows of a dark world. Everyday there is a danger of being ensnared in a spider's web. I hide myself from the harmful people trying to conceal my frailty with a brave face. I wear the bold colors to be noticed and to scare away the threats. I hide behind this image I have created.
Some days I feel like a moth.