Day 32

Things I have learned so far...

1.  I prefer taking horizontal pictures

2.  I have a bit of a sappy side

3.  I am better at people pictures

4.  I am more comfortable with candid pictures

5.  Compositionaly I prefer fill the frame and close ups

6.  It is nice to have visual memories of things happening in my life

7.  Always having my camera is becoming second nature 

8.  I miss the way I took pictures in high school, with lights, a studio and a well thought out plan (or having a theme/project)

9.  Along with #8 I have lots and lots of ideas of things I want to do

(10.  And I would like a camera upgrade...)

I know it's only been a month but it is getting much easier to have my camera with me at all times.  I also feel less awkward taking pictures of the things I want to, asking people to pose and what not.  This is a good thing.  :)  Turns out most people don't actually mind having their picture taken or posing.  Not everyone but quite a few. 

And the below picture has nothing to do with anything I just said...

Day 31

I like this picture because it can be seen in two different ways.  One is a very carefree, top of the world sort of way.  The other is more pensive and contemplative, subdued even.  I feel like I am in both places.  Looking out at both my future and my past, trying to figure out what comes next and yet feeling free that I am not there yet.

Burn Out Brighter (Northern Lights) 

By Anberlin

Live; I wanna live inspired.
Die; I wanna die for something.

Racing towards the heavens, I fell into a pitch black.
I'm moments from landing, and I'm shaking like a heart attack.

Lose no time; cannot survive.
I made mistakes in the past.
Need a chance; can't take it back.
Wish I could set things right tonight.

Live; I wanna live inspired.
Die; I wanna die for something higher than myself.
Live and die for anyone else.
The more I live I see, this life's not about me.

All I know spins out of control.
Wonder what's next for heart and soul.
Nothing I have can save me now.
Here in what maybe my final hour.

It's my time, cannot survive.
I made mistakes in the past.
Need a chance; can't say goodbye.
Wish I could set things right tonight.

Live; I wanna live inspired.
Die; I wanna die for something higher than myself.
Live and die for anyone else.
The more I live I see, this life's not about me.

Don't wanna leave this world, knowing I've lived in vain.
No time for myself; so sorry, so ashamed.
Don't wanna leave this life, knowing I've barely tried.
Chase down all my dreams that I've hid away on the inside.

Live; I wanna live on fire.
Die; I wanna burn out brighter.
Brighter than the Northern Lights.
Wanna live to feel the daylight.
The more I live I see, this life's not about me

Day 30

I got the opportunity today to indulge in a childhood delight.  I watched The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh with the kids.  This was one of my favorite movies growing up (besides The Lion King of course).  I was kind of surprised that I could still quote the whole movie, songs and all, word for word.  It made me smile, though I'm pretty sure I annoyed the kids.  :)

(Above, Pooh has just eaten too much at Rabbit's house and is stuck in the front door.  Kanga brought honey suckle, which are not for eating)  :D

Day 29

Spent my first day with Matt and Lizzie looking for a pink Barbie car, goofing around, and baking cookies.  It has been a great start to hopefully a wonderful summer.

They were really, really excited about making cookies.  The anticipation was practically killing them.  Notice Lizzie's nose is in the bowl.  :)

Day 28

 

Cousins!!!  (Ariana and Anna)

Day 27

 

Mark and Kaitlin got married today.  It was a beautiful ceremony and they are very much in love.  These two wonderful people have been such a large part of my life for as long as I have known them.  They've been through a lot together already and have come out only stronger because of it, both the good and the bad.  As they start their new lives together they are surrounded by so much love, prayer and blessings from their families and friends.  I wish them all the happiness in the world for the rest of their lives.

Day 26

Getting ready for Mark and Kaitlin's wedding this week.  It's good to see lots of family and help people I love.  Spent the day cutting strawberries, skewering kabobs, printing programs, and in general trying to be useful.  The wedding is tomorrow.  It's going to be beautiful and I can't think of two more deserving people.  Love you Mark and Kaitlin!