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Holiday in Atlanta
As I sit here on New Years Eve, enjoying a wee dram (or two) of single malt whiskey and writing this blog post, I think how differently I now spend the final hours of the year. Between the fullness of life and an overly packed schedule, it is a joy to spend a quieter evening at home, catching up, relaxing, and oh yes, watching college football. Whereas I used to stay up until midnight, I am now content to meet with friends on New Years Day.
The past three years have found me recovering from a motorcycle wreck, running for state delegate, starting a new business, and just two months ago, starting another. Even my time on WP the past few months has been limited. No wonder I’m content to be still.
Many people will ponder 2016, and put into beautiful words what the year has meant. Others will plan for the coming year and all that they hope to accomplish. Me? I’m about a week behind and am still glowing after a wonderful 48 hour trip to Atlanta to see my son and his family.
We enjoyed an incredible tapas style Christmas Eve meal at the Iberian Pig. Oh my goodness, the food and drinks were incredible! This was our effort to take a selfie afterwards.
I awoke the next morning to this lovely site. What is it about a lighted tree that brings such a sense of peace?
We spent the day opening gifts, enjoying our traditional breakfast souffle and Bloody Marys, and playing games. My granddogs, Wilson and Tela, were never far from the action, or the food.
Oh my gosh, I love these dogs!
The cheese plate was almost to pretty to eat.
Another family tradition is the Cracker, and I was glad to have it continue in Atlanta.
What a joyful visit!
On a personal level this coming year, I’d like to think that I will make an effort to volunteer a little less (doubtful) and exercise a little more (probable). I also hope to spend more time with family and friends, and of course with my camera, and riding the bike.
What I definitely know is that I will do all that I can to join the resistance against bigotry, misogyny, racism, and hatred.
Despite the fact that national and international politics have me entering 2017 with caution, I do know that there is much good in this world and I believe that goodness WILL prevail.
Welcome to 2017! Thank you for the light you bring to my life, and for your friendships.
Comfort
As I sat outside on the kitchen door stoop this evening, I glanced over and saw that the daisies were starting to bloom.
I grabbed the camera, thinking all the while that I have very much missed the creativity of photography, and how far behind I am getting in my learning of this craft.
Deciding that the daisies were deserving of a blog post, I thought of Meg Ryan and her character’s description of daisies. It was then that I remembered that I had already used “aren’t daisies the friendliest flowers?” for a post two years ago.
Ah well, they brought a smile to my face none the less.
As did Louie. His face will make anyone smile.
Louie and Daisies.
Comfort at the end of the week … and before the long weekend ahead.
Luck of the Dog!
What a lucky guy!!
He rides around in this padded cart and his motorcycle drivers told us that they go nowhere without him.
I’m telling you … it was so cozy in there, I almost wanted to get in there with him and ride along!
Isn’t he a sweet old guy?
And since my camera is in the shop (no photography) and my bike is totaled (no rides- are you feeling sorry me yet 🙂 ) I’m finally posting these photos which have been in draft since September.
Building Confidence for Dexter
As I walked out of the office at the end of the day, my mind was focused on the pending photography shoot of a friend’s elderly dog. I was feeling a bit apprehensive, not having had much experience with animal photography. Dexter is much loved and will soon not be with us. Adding to that apprehension was the fact that I wasn’t very happy with the photos I’d taken the day before.
When climbing into the truck, I saw the sun shining through these leaves. The colors were so like fall … in the beginning of June. As soon as I pressed the shutter, I knew I’d be happy with the result. In fact, I really couldn’t decide which one I liked best, so I posted all three!
And that was just the boost of confidence that I needed to go visit Dexter.
I’m not sure I captured the personality of this sweet old boy. What is it about a dog? No matter how much in pain or how hard it is to get around, a dog will still wag that tail and try to make the people around him happy.
What a guy! I’m so glad I met him.
The Farm … with Animals
This is the final post of three that features photographs from one beautiful afternoon session on a farm (and actually, the photos in this post were taken at two different farms that are down the road from one another).
Meet Clyde …
and Sadie
Hickory lives on a farm down the road (I am reposting his picture because I like him so much!)
There’s a spring on the farm where Hickory lives …
and a rock wall nearby.
Gotta Love Those Ears!
Hickory lives on the farm of a dear friend. What a great personality he has! He is energetic, friendly and fun!
And I just love his ears!
Life on the Bike and other Fab Things 