A splash of color

April 29, 2012January 5, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 22 Comments

I spent most of last week moving in slow motion. I had a routine medical procedure that took three days to prep, submit, and recover. It wasn't drastic, or traumatic, just too freakin' time consuming. So, once the weekend arrived, I took full advantage of the gorgeous weather - sunshine, cool breezes, and fluffy clouds … Continue reading A splash of color

Staying local

January 15, 2012January 10, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 25 Comments

Stayed close to home again this weekend. I spent the morning at a few local parks, trying to find something new, or a different angle on something old. I also successfully completed Week 2 of my 365 Project. (Photos shot with a Nikon D60, using an 18-55mm, 55-200mm, 20mm f/2.8 wide-angle, 50mm f/1.8 prime lens, … Continue reading Staying local

A change in the season

October 8, 2011January 10, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 30 Comments

I grew up in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. This time of year - early October - the foliage in the Smokies is glorious. Red, orange, gold, and burgundy, the color spectrum is truly stunning. The very air seems to change to a richer shade of blue. Aside from the mountains … Continue reading A change in the season

Autumn afternoons

September 25, 2011January 10, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 18 Comments

Today's photos are from a hike at Rocky Bayou State Park, just a short trip from my home. I had the trails to myself, except for a few lizards that I scared up on my walk. It's beginning to feel and look more and more like fall. Autumn, the year's last, loveliest smile. ~ William … Continue reading Autumn afternoons

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

Walking it off

March 13, 2011January 10, 2015 ~ Tara R. ~ 24 Comments

Lent, a 40-day period of repentance and fasting in the Christian calendar, began last Wednesday. During the six weeks leading up to Easter, many New Year's resolution underachievers, give the attempt of self-improvement one more try. The shorter duration of deprivation somehow seeming less intimidating. Sugar, chocolate, alcohol and caffeine are common indulgences included on … Continue reading Walking it off