Ireland is green, all shades of it. In the sun they are bright, vivid greens. Under clouds and seen through raindrops they are muted and soft. Despite the official national color being blue, this charming land is sometimes called the Emerald Isle, an appropriate moniker. The people are warm, friendly and always happy to help. …
gen·er·os·i·ty /ˌjenəˈräsitē/ Noun 1. The quality of being kind and generous (Credit: Google search) Having two kids who are 18 months apart can be challenging sometimes. It is continually a blessing but there are moments when they can be downright mean and nasty to each other. This is all a part of coming into their …
I take photographs of restrooms everywhere. More specifically, I photograph the art and decoration that I find in restrooms. Last week we went to a show at The Depot in York, PA. The Teeth, Mares of Thrace, Pilgrim, and Primitive Weapons were performing – it was one of the best shows I’ve been to recently …
I’m a big fan of the #FriFotos party that goes on every Friday on Twitter. Founded by Jonathan Epstein (@EpsteinTravels) of Celebrated Experiences, it is a fun day of sharing favorite photographs from near or far on whatever the topic is for that week. In the past there have been topics like Green, Childhood, and …
I am not a professional photographer. I do, however, consider myself a mobile photographer and I document the world and my life through the lens of my iPhone 4. The rise of mobile photography has allowed the average Jane to capture a moment with astonishing quality and the plethora of apps gives her the chance …
This is Thai, the well-loved hound of the house. Protector, comedian, food disposal, friend. We adopted her at 6 months old through a cane corso rescue organization and she has been a wonderful addition. Just a little PSA: please don’t shop, adopt! There are so many animals in your local shelter that need a loving …
How does your garden grow? Mine is starting. It’s quite exciting. We built two raised garden beds over the weekend (on a separate day than we brewed a porter and a pale ale). We used 2x10x10 for the long sides and 2x10x4 for the short sides. I spent 4 hours leveling those buggers out on Monday. …
“The first day of spring is one thing, and the first spring day is another. The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month.” -Henry van Dyke Can I get an “Amen”? This winter hasn’t really been winter and the typically cold, blustery winds of March have traded places with gentle temperatures and …
Educate yourself on this proposed legislation. Fight For The Future (PIPA) End Piracy, Not Liberty (SOPA / PIPA)
If you know me at all you know the only kind of shopping I enjoy is for food and the occasional jaunt to a vintage or secondhand shop. I’m not a fan of pesky clerks, being pressured by their manager (who is being pressured by their manager) to squeeze in more sales before the end of …