An eclectic bounty of organic produce covered the kitchen counter. A bowl of freshly pitted cherries sat in the sink, the discarded innards a maroon mess on the tile floor. Felicia still held the silver pitter, looking every bit like an implement of torture, or pleasure. Absently squeezing the handles together, she didn't immediately notice … Continue reading Farmer’s market
Category: Photography
Well, if it rains, I don’t care…
I headed back to Blackwater River State Park near Holt, FL, this weekend for my photo hike. There are plenty of trails to meander around on, as well as incredible views from the river itself. The water, a dark amber, gets its color from the tannins leaching into the river from decaying vegetation. Much like … Continue reading Well, if it rains, I don’t care…
Week 28: the skies have it
Living on the Gulf Coast means that with the exception of a few pesky hurricanes, the weather here is pretty spectacular year round. Winters are short and relatively mild, spring comes early, fall is lovely and really the best time to visit, and summer - well, summer can be fickle. The season, by far, is … Continue reading Week 28: the skies have it
A worn path
“Not all those who wander are lost.” ~ J.R.R. Tolkien Quit that old, worn path, Trampled, battered and broken Forged a brand new trail Haiku Friday is hosted by Lou at LouCeeL.
Home
I grew up in East Tennessee, where I lived near the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains... literally the closest place to heaven on earth. Living now in Florida, where the highest point in the entire state is only 345 feet above sea level, saying I miss the mountains is an understatement. Whenever I get … Continue reading Home
On the bayou
All week I was looking forward to a kayaking outing a friend and I planned a while back. She is the taskmaster I trained with for our Gate to Gate walk. We haven't been able to get out again since then because of my dodgy foot. I suggested kayaking. One: because it was good exercise; … Continue reading On the bayou
Thin spiral notebook 