Fire and Ice

We went to Newburyport in northern Massachusetts last Saturday to attend the 

Merrimack Valley River Reservation's Eagle Festival.

The eagles were smarter than we were -

it was REALLY cold

- so they stayed away.

We didn't see many eagles.

But

We did enjoy a lovely sunset along the rivers edge.

And Luke had way too much fun throwing large chunks of ice into the frozen river  -  
as did the 12 year old standing nearby.  :)

 

 

Of Manatees and Mermaids

I went to see the shuttle launch this weekend.  
It was 'scrubbed' three minutes before launch time.

Sad.

But...

I did get to spend a day wandering around Disney's Animal Kingdom with two wonderful people.

And another watching manatees swim with several other amazing individuals.

All in all, despite shuttle launch scrubs and a few other unfortunate events, it was a lovely and unforgettable weekend.

Bliss List

I have realized lately that I don't really take photos anymore.  I often go for months without even picking up my camera, and that makes me sad.  There are so many beautiful things in life that make me happy and, occasionally, I allow myself to get too busy or preoccupied to notice or remember them.  I'm going to change that.

 This is what I call my 'Bliss List'.  It is a list of all the simple things in this world that turn the mortal moments of my life into pure heaven.  They make me happy.  They make me smile.  They make me sigh.  They bring me bliss.  I am going to document them.  I am going to make a photographic bliss list. I am going to take the time to appreciate and share the things I find beautiful - the simple things that bring me joy.

I will  post them as I go along.  I will share the joy with you.  And I invite you to send me your 'Bliss List'.  I would love to learn about the things that make others happy in this world. Who knows, maybe you'll inspire some blissful photo posts....

 Bliss List 

Snow on pine trees.

The golden light right before twilight.

The first bite of a cold crisp apple.

Mistletoe.

Bookstores.

Forehead kisses.

Any excuse to wear a fancy dress.

Setting into dance position.

Raindrops on your face.

The fresh clean smell of citrus.

Warm squares of sunlight streaming through windows.

Wet sand (it's perfect for sandcastles.)

The click of heels on the sidewalk.

Vanilla - in any form.

Starched white cotton shirts.

Hand-stitched embroidery.

Paper snowflakes.

Vintage clothing shops.

Baby hiccups.

Red lipstick......well, anything red.

:)