Canoe away?

Mockingbird Books

I think this top one is what I would usually post, but I also like the photo below as well .. it's more active rather than the nice gentle sunset tower above. The backstory of this pretty old church is that now it's a children's book store (at least in the lower level), so I like how the crossing sign looks like .. children, come here and read books in a story-like atmosphere and cool looking place.

Window Pattern

Around this time of year, these windows light up from the sunset like this and look so warm and still. The building is quiet because most people have gone home, and it's just rather peaceful.

Painting

Thought I'd better share some love :)

Also thought I'd try something different .. I'm re-reading my first photography book (and, actually, my only one) for some inspiration and while this isn't mentioned anywhere in that book, I thought it might be fun. It's harder than I thought to line yourself up with the field of view or where you've previously painted (especially switching to a different flashlight), but, yes, it was entertaining.

Vacation?

I was reading today about someone's trip to Japan, and thought that it sounded really cool. This is usually my reaction to other people's trips .. and also, that I should really go travel more. Wouldn't it be cool to see the cherry trees in Japan?

The funny thing is, I don't know if I actually really feel like I *need* to travel right now .. there are so many things to do (ride the ferries, picnic in the park, work on the boat, sail on the boat!) and see (the mountains, the San Juan's, the museums and restaurants in town!) right around here, which I never seem to have time for anyway.

On the other hand, I really think I would like to go to some lightly populated island and swing in a hammock on the beach for a week, with a book and a beer. Maybe that's the kind of travel I'd be into right now :)

[or two weeks cruising in the sailboat. that would rule. but requires more prep work.]

Blue Glass

From the Green Glass Company.

Tulips!

(and remnants of daffodils in the background - they're mostly done, although some bunches are still going strong).

Tree, Graffiti'd

Seriously? Still a pretty nice looking tree though.