....in the back yard...
The Iris went from this
to this:
We still have visitors to the bird feeder:
Busted her (pretty sure it's a "she"), then let her continue to eat:
And I'm hoping to capture the customers spotted at the new hummingbird feeder, waiting for the peonies to bloom.
Happy Wednesday!
The weekend before the start of Finals plus the first real Spring like weather equals:
Oh, to be a college student again.... (OK, maybe not!)
My senior daughter's high school prom was held this past weekend - it is so much fun to watch them in their fancy gowns and formal ware. Getting ready can be a bit stressful (read - I was responsible for braiding my daughter's hair, so that's the main source of stress), we always seem to be running late, but in the end, the kids have a great time.
The Seniors always meet at the Country Club for pre-prom photos with their classmates. It was a bit rainy, thankfully just a light on-off drizzle. It's a great time to see the parents of the kids, meet the parents of your daughter's date and catch up with those students you have known since they were little.
These two have been friends since first grade.
And these four, can't you tell they are troublemakers?
I seriously don't understand these poses, whatever happened to silly bunny ears?
A great group of friends, who will remember these times fondly.
For some reason, I love this photo - such a sign of the times, the constant capturing of the moment using your cell phone camera.
It was a busy and fun evening for everyone.
Running in the Spring allows you to experience the reawakening of the earth. Each day, a subtle new twist to the landscape - one day, just slightest hint of green, two days later, a clear chartreuse lining. A week later, the burst of spring flowers pops the landscape. I can always tell which flowers are blooming, based on the perfume in the air. If I catch a whiff, I automatically look around to see where it originated from - "yes, from that Viburnum" or "oh, there's that Lilac bush".
1. Spring Rebirth, 2. High Water Crossing, 3. Limited Edition , 4. Come What May. Each Day A New Chance. , 5. Great Possibilities, 6. Pre Run Group Shot - Before The Pouring Rain , 7. Somewhere Between Mile 20 and 21, 8. We Finished It! , 9. Cherry Blue Skies - What a Difference a Day Makes., 10. A Year Later, 11. Morning Blessing , 12. Welcome Fragrance
The end of April culminates with the running of our local spring marathon, which was quite the adventure. After the marathon, I take things easy with extra rest and take a little break from running. This year, due to a nagging calf injury, I need to take more time off (even though I really don't want to).
April Running Stats:
Total Miles: 82.3 miles
Average Pace: 9:40 minutes / mile
April's stats are down, due to a respiratory illness I caught at the end of March, the taper before the race and post race rest. I purposely dialed down my pace during most of my training runs because I didn't want to stress my immune system. I'm looking forward to getting my calf healed up and getting some speed back.
This month's Running Quotes, The Marathon Edition:
The marathon is an opportunity for redemption. Opportunity, because the outcome is uncertain. Opportunity, because it is up to you, and only you, to make it happen.
– Dean Karnazes
If people were possessed by reason, running marathons would not work. But we are not creatures of reason. We are creatures of passion.
– Noel Carroll
I was going to run either way – I'm a runner, that's what I do [Thoughts that go through your head when the marathon you are running gets cancelled midway]
– Stephanie Geraghty
It’s not only about finishing, it’s about moving forward.
– Bart Yasso
Be willing to move forward and find out what happens next.
– Frank Shorter
The difference in winning and losing is most often not quitting.
– Walt Disney
When we run, we are already so exposed, often nearly naked in our shorts and T-shirts, huffing and puffing, purified by the effort. Briefly removed from the defenses and secrets we maintain in so much of our lives, we feel less need to hide our private thoughts, loves, fears, and stresses. We share.
– Amby Burfoot
I got to meet Amby Burfoot during Marathon weekend - he was the featured guest legend, the 1968 winner of the Boston Marathon - and a really nice guy. I hope I can still run marathons when I am in my 70's!
the season of spring
weather seems to sing
lovely lovely days
are coming our ways
the season of spring
blooming blossoming
of nature of all kind
let roots unbind
the season of spring
an new awakening
busy humanity on earth
as if it’s a new birth
listen listen to my words
the season of spring is near
now a look into your lovely eyes
and one can see spring is already here
The Season Of Spring by Morhardt Carmen Mencita Monoi Angel
I had a blast photographing Allie this weekend. She's another one of my daughter's classmates and friends.
I've known Allie since she was in grade school - how quickly they grow up!
She included her mother, father and best friend, Mason in some of the photos.
It is apparent these two young ladies have a ton of fun together:
Another smart, kind and lovely young woman, heading to the University of Illinois. It was appropriate that we took these photos on a most gorgeous Saturday afternoon on campus, on the Main Quad. You can't tell, but the place was teeming with students, enjoying the day.
Congrats on your upcoming graduation, Allie!
This month's free calendar - the North Bridge in Concord, MA - where the first major battle between the British and colonial militia was fought. The veritable start of the Revolutionary War.
Here are the links to Download May's free desktop calendar, hosted by Box.com:
Free May 2015 Calendar - The North Bridge
May is going to be a crazy month - Prom, Graduation and Birthdays. I hope your May is less hectic!
I am often asked questions and comments about my photography - what location, what camera, what settings, etc. The camera question aside (i...
A chemical engineer working in IT, Wife to Scott, Mom to two great kids + two cats, one horse and numerous fish. Photographer, marathoner, musician, yogi and gourmet cook. I don't think there is time for more, but I'm sure I missed something!
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