I have wanted to start making self published books for a while now, but the same problems always occurs. There are simply not enough hours in the day. I am working on taking sleep out of my schedule, haha, always fails. Anywho I have started working on finishing a project I started 3 years ago. I have entered a short photo essay on JPG and now a short book on blurb. Have a look.
There are so many amazing resources out there for us lack of sleep junkies. If you have not checked out blurb please do. It is incredibly user friendly. Which is good for people like me who never read directions. Stay tuned for more books.
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Upstate New York Recap. Cooler weather and Family galore!
I woke at 5:15am which was really 4:15am for me. I grabbed my camera and walked out to the deck at my Aunt's house. The fog was slowly sifting across the water and the air was still and damp. All was still sleeping except for a few early risers. My aunt and soon-to-be uncle are early risers. Sitting on the front porch sipping on coffee and enjoying some conversation. It was a wonderful way to start the day. Sitting on the edge of water has always centered me, which is funny because I choose to live in the completely land locked city of Dallas. Well what can I say I love it.
I spent the day helping with a few final wedding day details then headed to have lunch with my parents. I loved being able to hang out with them while out of town.
The wedding and reception was fantastic. It was so great to see my Aunt's eyes well up with tears and see a big 'ol smile across her face. The last time I was surrounded by that many family members was six years ago. It was truly wonderful to see everyone. I can not wait to go back.
I guess that once a yankee always a yankee.
Friday, July 11, 2008
Journey to New England Day One
I have escaped the heat of a Texas july for a couple of days by traveling to upstate New York in honor of my aunt's wedding. Some things I love about New England. Almost every town has an ice cream parlor, Dunkin Donuts is readily available and there are trees and water everywhere. It was so chilly last night that I could no longer feel my toes. The quote of the day was said in reference to a model plane "That engine is bigger than a snow blower!" To a yankee that comment may sound normal but to a transplant like me who has not seen snow in ages, I found myself in a good chuckle. I love it!!! This part of the country is near and dear to my heart, such beauty everywhere. Let's not forget about the history either. Last night there was a gathering of family at the groom's parents. The house was originally built in 1761. Amazing. Family dynamics are something I am fascinated with and this weekend will be full. The picture below is two sets of sisters from my side of the family. The foreground is my mother and her Sister Colleen and in the background is Colleen daughters Liz and Ally.
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