It's raining now. I am glad (add to that grateful) that it is warm enough to be rain instead of snow or ice, but I'm still very much done with Winter this year. That said, it may not be done with us yet. More snow is forecast over the next few days, then it'll melt away mid week — possibly to return again next week. SIGH.
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
it's snowing ...
*Snow falling — Snohomish, WA — 02.22.2011
*Snow falling — Snohomish, WA — 02.22.2011
*Snow falling — Snohomish, WA — 02.22.2011
They said that it was possibly going to snow this week. They said the potential for accumulation was going to be the greatest on Wednesday and Thursday. It's Tuesday, we have accumulation. Granted it's an inch, maybe two. Still hoping the day will get warmer and this will all wash away with the rain.
UPDATE: It did not rain at all, only snow. We had the snow, then melt, then snow routine going on (off and on) over the next several days. Blah.
(*these photos are the first I've posted from my phone camera)
Monday, February 21, 2011
4:13PM
The fact that there is nothing that I can do about the weather coming our way does not make me feel any better. Regardless of the weather, I still need to be able to get to work. Seriously, I can not afford not to be there.
Usually I'm a bit comforted by the fact that J. has a 4WD truck that can get us most anywhere in inclement weather. This week however said truck is not working (at least not consistently). Which leaves me on my own transportation-wise, and that fact has me more stressed than usual.
Over-reacting, I know. Willing myself to stop it, though some times it seeps through.
I am sure that everything will be fine, and that what ever driving I have to do in the upcoming weather will be a fun, safe adventure. At least that's what I'm telling myself. ; )
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
everyone needs a victory ...
"When you get right down to it, life has a fairly simple formula. Everyone needs a victory every day. That's what keeps us going. Each of us should do what we can to give others opportunities for victories. And each of us should do what we can to minimize moments of defeat for the people we love." —Don Gale
I read this quote on another blog tonight, I liked it so much that I thought I'd share.
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
to market, to market ...
waiting daisies — pike place market — 10.02.2010
bouquet — pike place market — 10.02.2010
peppers — pike place market — 10.02.2010
bouquet — pike place market — 10.02.2010
Monday, October 11, 2010
something sweet ...
homemade ladybug cupcakes — 10.01.10
| “What you will do matters. All you need is to do it." ~ Judy Grahn |
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Friday, March 05, 2010
recent & random ...
Mt. Baker — 02.28.2010
Stanley — 03.04.10
fence detail — 03.04.10
purple flowers in the yard — 03.04.10Sunday, February 21, 2010
polaroid PIC 1000 ...
A polaroid of my family circa 1980Check out these two articles about the Polaroid PIC 1000. One of the articles, in part, states "Polaroid will offer a completely redesigned, modern version of the Polaroid OneStep camera .... The new classic PIC 1000 camera and instant color film will be available at national retailers in 2010." Looks like Polaroid film is making a come back! At least a small one.
Though the advent and availability of digital cameras has seemingly wiped away any allure that Polaroid's "instant" cameras once held. I am still rooting for them. I hope that people snap them up and relish the modern version of this classic camera!
saturday drive ...
Saturday drive — 02.20.2010This couple, in their adorable little convertible, cruised along the road in front of me yesterday. Though the photo is not the greatest technically, the lack of sharp focus and glare from the windshield of my car are bothersome, I still really like it. It makes me smile. : )
Thursday, February 18, 2010
pushing through ...
I saw these sweet flowers peeking out of the ground today, decided they needed a little photo session.
Tulips — 02.18.2010
Tulips — 02.18.2010
Tulips — 02.18.2010"First a howling blizzard woke us,
Then the rain came down to soak us,
And now before the eye can focus - Crocus." ~Lilja Rogers
"No matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow." ~Proverb
"If you've never been thrilled to the very edges of your soul by a flower in spring bloom, maybe your soul has never been in bloom."
~Audra Foveo
"It's spring fever. That is what the name of it is. And when you've got it, you want - oh, you don't quite know what it is you do want, but it just fairly makes your heart ache, you want it so!" ~Mark Twain
~Audra Foveo
"It's spring fever. That is what the name of it is. And when you've got it, you want - oh, you don't quite know what it is you do want, but it just fairly makes your heart ache, you want it so!" ~Mark Twain
Sunday, February 14, 2010
happy valentine's day ...
"kisses are a better fate
than wisdom."
~e.e. cummings
"True love comes quietly, without banners or flashing lights. If you hear bells, get your ears checked." ~Erich Segal
"The most important things are the hardest to say, because words diminish them." ~Stephen King
than wisdom."
~e.e. cummings
"True love comes quietly, without banners or flashing lights. If you hear bells, get your ears checked." ~Erich Segal
"The most important things are the hardest to say, because words diminish them." ~Stephen King
Thursday, February 11, 2010
bird watchin' ...
You talkin' to me? — 08.01.2008I just love this little guy! Found it today when looking through some old files, it's from way back in 2008. A first I didn't even remember shooting it. Then it hit me, this little bird was chattering up a storm at people as they walked by. None of us could figure out what he wanted. I watched him for a while, he didn't seem to be in need of help. In the end it really seemed like maybe he just wanted some attention.
Monday, February 08, 2010
fun giveaway ...
I wanted to pass the word about a super cute epicurean apron giveaway at Redhead Recipes. If you have a chance, take a look — and you might as well browse around at the recipes while you're there. The photos will probably make you hungry. : )
Sunday, February 07, 2010
where the air is sweet ...
Clouds over Bothell, WA — 02.06.2010"Sunny Day. Sweepin' the clouds away. On my way to where the air is sweet. Can you tell me how to get, How to get to Sesame Street." — lyrics from Sesame Street Theme
Saturday, February 06, 2010
Wednesday, February 03, 2010
reflecting ...
02.03.2010
“There are no seven wonders of the world in the eyes of a child. There are seven million.” — Walt Streightiff
Friday, January 29, 2010
just do it ...
"If you stare at it long enough / the mountain becomes unclimbable. / Tally it up. How much time have you spent / waiting for the soup to cool? / Icicles hang from January gutters / only as long as they can. Fingers pause above piano keys for the chord / that will not form. Slam them down / I say. Make music of what you can."
— Charles Rafferty, from "Against Hesitation"