19-OCT-2008
Eliza
Allison has a friend who is a professional photographer, and she has been trying to set up a fall photo shoot with this girl. But they haven't been able to get together, so Allison asked me to take some pics. Suddenly, I was so nervous and put all this pressure on myself since I was taking the place of a Professional. All I can say is that I am really glad I don't do this for a living, because it is too stressful!
18-OCT-2008
The Greatest Show on Earth
Today we took the boys to the circus. We had a nutritious lunch of popcorn, a big pretzel, and a sno-cone. We got there way early to meet some of the performers and the boys even got to walk the tightrope. But by intermission they were pretty bored with any act that didn't involve animals. About halfway through the tiger performance, Ben announced "I'm done with this. I want to go home." And you know what? That's exactly what we did.
17-OCT-2008
Strike Zone
We took Ben and Jake to the bowling alley this afternoon. At one point, we were the only ones there. We had a blast. Both of them insisted on carrying their 6 pound balls from the holding area to the lane and then rolling them down the alley. A lot of work when you don't even weigh 30 pounds yourself! But boy, will they sleep well tonight!
16-OCT-2008
Dragon!
Well, not really a dragon, but he's pretty scary looking close up. My camera of choice was my point-and-shoot, which is really good at close-ups and will have to do until I buy a macro lens for my "big girl" camera.
15-OCT-2008
Moon Shot
This is my first attempt at a night shot using a tripod. Definitely trial and error.
14-OCT-2008
Everybody Out of the Pool
Today we closed the pool for the season. We really haven't used it for a couple of weeks, but it's still sad that we won't be able to swim till next year. The weather has been warm and dry for weeks with beautiful blue skies. But this afternoon, as if on cue, the skies turned gray and cloudy. It's time.
13-OCT-2008
Golden Days
A beautiful fall afternoon.
12-OCT-2008
Blackberry Lily II
Looks really yummy, but definitely not blackberries.
09-OCT-2008
Come On, Let's Sit a Spell
Today I finally went to take some pictures at Susie Chapel Church Camp. It's out a country road, and I pass it all the time, but never stop. It's all these little cabins that look like they haven't changed in 50 years. It's kind of creepy, like a time warp.
08-OCT-2008
Oh Shoot!
My photography class went on a field trip outside this evening to see if we could actually use our cameras instead of just talking about what to do. Some of this stuff is starting to make sense!