Yarn outdoors

You know, that thing when you find yourself volunteering to take on the knitters' guild newsletter. And then you find yourself doing a yarn photo shoot for said newsletter. No? Just me? Well, anyway, here's some yarn. On a stump. I like it. I hope the guild does too.

Tagalong tees

In case anyone is still reading here, I've got my Tagalong Tee up for sale! It was originally designed for Nate as a Father's Day gift (he and Walter were tagalong pals), but I thought other folks might like it too. It's a soft, ringspun cotton, navy tee with white print, available in mens, womens, and youth sizes. $20 each plus $5.75 shipping, or local pickup is free. Orders must be placed by April 22. Send me a message if you're interested.

Droplets and daffodils

Friends, it's been a while. I guess sometimes I just need to take a break. But tonight my sweet boy handed me these:

When I put them in a vase, there was something about those sparkly petals and little drops of water that made me run to get my big camera and the macro lens. I'm so glad I did. It was fun. Happy spring.

A skateboard and some chickens

A fall afternoon in the front yard. It looks like this.









He tried putting a chicken on the skateboard. Tuns out, chickens don't skate.

Iceland 2014 - the final batch

You thought I was done with the vacation photos, didn't you? I've got just a few more to share today and that should wrap it up. We've got iceburgs and fishing birds. Stinky stinky mud pits, where we learned Walter's stomach can not handle the sulfur smell. A few waterfalls, including Dettifoss – huge and untamed. The eastern fjords; Walter on horseback; and a few shots from Reykjavik.

















I shared most but not ALL of my photos here on the blog. If you haven't seen enough, click here for the full Iceland album.

That time of year

It's time for our annual walk through the maple trees across the street. They are just as beautiful as ever this year. Our little autumn treat before the cold, cold days start. Walter picked a few leaves that would be just right for his ever-growing nature collection. I like his little, decorative display by our front door.








Previous fall tree photos are here and here.

Zoo Run Run

Last Sunday was the Henry Vilas Zoo Run Run and Walter participated in the kids 1-mile Roo Run Run. This was his longest run so far and it took a little convincing to get him to believe he could do it. But he did do it, and he did great! A big confidence boost for this little runner. The event has come a long way in the past few years. What was once disorganized chaos is now a well-run event. And, it's at the zoo! Running, plus face-painting, turtle riding, trying on antlers, and photos with Henry the Lion. A pretty good day.