Skagit Migration

Outta My Gourd!

My neighbor, Megan, for her graduation

We took these photos on a rainy afternoon. Megan didn't want those silly posed graduation photos or her mom taking them. They called me. I had taken photos of her older sister a couple years ago for her senior prom. While we shot the pictures, Megan's mom held the an umbrella and sometimes, when the sun came back, we used it to bounce light off her face. It was fun to see another young spirit, so full of life an possibility, about to launch into her adult life. It was beautiful to capture the moment. I get cookies for payment and lots of joy. I have watched this girl grow since she was in grade school. She is going off to Scripps University. Nice view of my neighborhood!

A New Year of Possibility

Walk and touch peace every moment.
Walk and touch happiness every moment.
Each step brings a fresh breeze.
Each step makes a flower bloom.
Kiss the Earth with your feet.
Bring the Earth your love and happiness.
The Earth will be safe
when we feel safe in ourselves.

- Thich Nhat Hahn

All is Merry and Bright!

Sideshow Christmas!

I commissioned an artist from the Museum of Northwest Art Style show (I'm organizing the event) to paint a dog portrait as a Christmas gift for my husband. since he collects circus sideshow banners, I asked her to make a tiny banner of our dog, Blini. I think it turned out great and, just from the photos I took, she captured Blini's personality amazingly well! My sweetie will be thrilled.

Getting My Ducks in A Row

Until I could find some circles. That's what I have been doing....

What Light Through Yonder Window Breaks!

In the Pink!

After a long dark winter, I decided to redo my office in colors inspired by my trip to San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. My office is located in a little 1920's cottage attached to our house. Originally, I had glazed the walls and hung Indian fabric from the ceiling which made for a cozy and warm space. This summer, I was ready for a more vibrant look and feeling. I also decided to enlarge and frame some of my photos from the trip. My space feels light and bright and fun. Now, even on the coldest days of winter, I can take a little trip to a sunny climate just by stepping into my Chinese Orange and Poppy colored room! While this is not my summer photo project it should count as one since my little home improvement project took waaaayyyyy longer than I'd anticipated!

Boom Town

The Swinomish Tribe sets up Boom Town every year in a dusty lot on the reservation. The firework stands remind me of a circus midway with their bright colors and festive signs. My favorite stand is owned by the Wilbur women. It's called Boom Babes Unsafe and Insane. My kind of women!

Road Trip 2009!

Jeanne, Alexa, Carolyn, Marcia, Michele, Marilyn

"on the road again!"

Skagit Valley Snow Geese Migration

La Conner Snowy Landscape

Snow!

La Conner Sunset

Happy Halloween!

Autumn Skagit Photos

This weekend I felt immense appreciation for the light and colors of fall. Here are a few photos I found while exploring autumn in the Skagit Valley.