a little rain

goes a long way when you're a mushroom.

It's been incredibly hot and dry here in the midwest lately. We finally got some rain and look what popped up:

winter wonderland

Oh, yes. It is just around the corner! Hard to believe that I'm already thinking about ordering Christmas cards! And now, it's simple. I (and you!) can order straight from my galleries on SmugMug! I'm adding new photos every few days. Here are a couple of the most recent that I'm considering for my own Christmas cards this year:

always remember

The day that war became "real" to all Americans.

The day our faith was strengthened.

We will never forget.

finding the light

"In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary."

-Aaron Rose

tiny neighbors

I've decided this is truly the best way to spend part of my lunch every day...

seeing the world around me through my lens. It's the perfect break from staring at the computer screen.

Sometimes the neighbors just beg to have their photos taken.

This guy even found his own spotlight. =)

Fallen Angel

We all stumble.

Do not let a fall break your spirit. There is beauty in the imperfections. They make you unique. Embrace those imperfections as they are what make you YOU.