Not only do I like this shot because my husband IS handsome, but I also enjoy the natural back lighting offered by the setting sun. This photo was taken with a 35mm camera and purposefully blurred the background through use of a wide aperature to bring emphasis to Matt's features.

The above are a handful of shots from my latest roll of film. I dusted off the macrolens and put the tripod to work for some of these, while I teetered the camera on a chair back or laid prone on the sidewalk in front of our house for the others. Most of these shots are extended exposure anywhere from 5 seconds to 20. Enjoy!

Geocaching Proof

I have mentioned geocaching before, so I wanted to share some photos of our latest treasure hunt. We went to Chattanooga last weekend and while traveling there and back, we found four caches in different locations. It is a fun way to learn about an area, therapize your visual-perceptual skills (an OT would say that) and break up the trip so you don't get so fidgety. Those are my reasons anyway AND it is fun!

Nothin' Like It

Mexican Train Dominoes is more fun than a barrel full of monkeys. Hands down! My Grandma taught me how to play about four or five years ago. Growing up, whenever we would go visit my grandparents, the card table was always pulled out to the center of the room. Three different generations of family would crowd around to spend time with each other as well as offer up some friendly competition. Playing games is part of my past. It opens up time to bond with loved ones and have a good time, while getting us away from our cell phones and other everyday items that are generally overstimulating. I hope to keep the fun and family bond together through games. It is important and special.

Growth!

Here is the first tomato plant to emerge for the gardening season of 2012! We are up and running! This photo was taken about a week ago, so even now the tomato is sharing true leaves with the world. I have said it before and I will say it again...I love gardening!