Living In the Moment

My Original Photography  Saturday Mornings Sipping my coffee in my living room Thoughts of the upcoming weeks swirling in my head At peace knowing I have done the best I can The washing machine is going, preparing for a new week A favorite movie, Julie & Julia is in the background One of our cats gives a howl to let himself be known Comfy clothes replace dress pants and tops Our street hums with passing cars The house feels warm and comfortable No time restraints, no deadlines A phone call to my folks to check in Perfect afternoon for a nap Rainy day in New England Three Words Home Sweet Home

As many of you know, I love sharing things I come across and fall in love with ... These are two items I never mind finding in my mailbox ... Anthropologie Catalog & Bella Grace Magazine ... Ever since I took Bella Cirovic's Online Course - A Flame in the Frost - (She mentions this catalog to search for images that speak to us to place in our journals) - I ordered this catalog - The artistry and dreamlike photos make my heart sing. Bella Grace is a magazine that I learned about through many of my UK friends. This magazine is like no other. It has amazing photography, thick book like double fold-over covers, with articles and prompts for you to try ... I cannot wait to dive in and dig a bit deeper into myself with a delicious cup of coffee this weekend! 

46 Lessons I Have Learned Over The Years ... You Can Always Rely On Your Parents Choose a Great Partner Pets Make a House a Home Make Choices That Feel Right Any Size Home Can Be Cozy A Smile Can Change Everything Welcome New Ideas Love Others While They Are Living Book Smarts Do Not Equal Street Smarts Remember Where You Came From It All Comes Down To Love Common Sense is NOT So Common Solitude Gives Answers A Good Cry Is Needed At Times Try, Try and Try Once Again Use the Gifts You Have Been Given Spring and Fall are Always Welcome Hold On To Childhood Friends Cheer For The Underdog Ice Coffee Is a Real Treat Being Outdoors Brings Clarity Keep An Open Mind Spend a Bit More for Better Quality Start The Conversation Listen To Your Inner Voice Create Each Day Say Good Morning To Strangers Make Time For The Things You Love Journal Your Thoughts Take Each Opportunity You Are Given Find Your Niche Photograph Special Moments Try To Always Be Yo...

Photo Credit - PinTerest I am currently taking Hannah Marcotti's "Spirit of Joy" Online Course. Each lesson she speaks of aspects in life to focus on.  She mentions Vision Boards, Dreams, Creating Lists Etc.  Recently, She mentioned picking a number, one that will serve you. The Number "2" has shown up for me in many ways over the years.  I was born in the 2nd Month of the Year,  I have landed a few jobs in the month of February, I have two pets, Usually have two cameras at a time, Have you found a pattern with a certain number in your life?

Photo Credit - PinTerest  Happy 2015 To All My Family & Friends ... Wishing You All The Best In The New Year ...  I have decided to make a "To Do List"  that can be checked off throughout the year I Began Creating One for 2015 ... Visit a Few Wineries in MA  Land a Full-time Position Start Giving To Charity On a Regular Basis  Visit Federal Hill in Rhode Island Expand My Photography Skills Try a New Vacation Spot Photograph a New Town, Neighborhood Take the Duck Tour in Boston MA  Visit NYC  Just to Name a Few ... This is something new for me, I look forward to adding more ideas and checking them off as I go ... Did you begin a new practice for 2015? I would love to hear about it ... 

Here are the Two Versions of Christmas Cards Sent Out This Year ... They were both photographed last year, during a get-away trip with my Mom. They were taken in Woodstock, NH ... It was a Winter Wonderland during our entire weekend stay ... The first was taken driving out of a Ski Resort through the car windshield. The images in the background are of ice sculptures. At times, while I photograph, I "try" things and hope for the best - This was one of them! The second being of The Wilderness Inn in Woodstock, NH. The Innkeepers were delightful, the accommodations were cozy and the food was amazing! Year End, Has always been a time of reflecting on the past months - What have I done? What can I improve on in the upcoming year? What would I like to do in 2015?  I would love to hear your answers to these questions ... Merry Christmas & A Happy Holiday Season To All ...