Catching up

July 16, 2011January 6, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 25 Comments

I've been home a whole week since my trip home to Tennessee. Like 'they' say, now I need a vacation from my vacation. There was a lot to catch up on once here, much more work than expected for only seven days away. I collect crucifixes and rosaries. My collection also includes an 1852 edition … Continue reading Catching up

A brighter place

July 12, 2011January 6, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 10 Comments

Except for taking some time off while pondering whether I wanted to continue my writing and photography, this week marks my fourth full year of blogging. While this particular site only began back in December of this year, I once had another blog that started in mid-July, 2007 ~ which is currently sitting in limbo until … Continue reading A brighter place

Self-portrait

July 10, 2011January 6, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 27 Comments

Got out for the first time all week for a dedicated photo hike. It felt good to be outside again, even if the Florida humidity is hovering around 99%. I tried out my new photo vest, and it worked great. I had all my stuff within easy reach and I didn't have to lug around … Continue reading Self-portrait

Portraits

July 3, 2011January 6, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 24 Comments

During our trip to Tennessee, The Boy and I drove over to the Knoxville Zoo. Since I've been wanting to work more on portraits, here are a few from our visit. (Photos shot with a Nikon D60, using an 18-55mm, 55-200mm, 20mm f/2.8 wide-angle, 50mm f/1.8 prime lens and/or a Nikon CoolPix S205) For more … Continue reading Portraits

My own backyard

June 25, 2011January 10, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 24 Comments

With gas prices still so expensive, I'm trying to stay closer to home for my photo hunts. Saturday I spent time at some of my favorite local spots, just making a huge loop around town. I took these photos at Henderson Beach State Park, Clement Taylor Park, Maxwell Gunter Recreation Area, and Turkey Creek Nature … Continue reading My own backyard

Up a bayou with a paddle

June 18, 2011January 10, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 31 Comments

On Tuesday my husband and I celebrated our 25th Anniversary by renting a pair of kayaks at a nearby state park. We're pondering whether to buy our own, so wanted to try them out first. I enjoyed the day so much, I went back on Saturday to paddle around some more. Looks like we're going … Continue reading Up a bayou with a paddle