Hawaiian Vacation

Even Lady Liberty needs a break now and then. What better time than for the 4th of July holiday? :)

This was a fun little Photoshop project. Here's the original:

It's...the...week...end....

The weekend is here and not a moment too soon. I wish you all a restful and renewing Sabbath!

Jellyfish Wednesday

My batteries are getting pretty drained at work--pressing deadlines and so little time! Wouldn't it be nice to be a jelly fish instead?

(I took this pic on our trip to the aquarium a few months ago)

Dry is Relative

Apparently Tennessee is in the midst of a severe drought, the worst in 117 years (recorded history). Our grass is crispy, and our garden has been quite thirsty. Worse yet, the bunnies are running low on wild fresh, green, leafy things and have turned to the domesticated variety.

However, after visiting Southern California for a week, Tennessee doesn't look quite so dry. :) On the other hand, the California vegetation reminded me strongly of my childhood.

Exhibit A: Jacarandas

I haven't seen these blooming in years!

My tropical blood is also strongly attracted to palm trees...


...and beaches.

Venice Beach in LA was like a foreign country!

Then there was the fruit. Flavorful and abundant! Almost every yard had citrus, pomegranate, avocado, and other trees heavy with fruit.

While exploring the farmers' market, I had to buy some real California apricots. After all, I've heard all my life that they're the only ones worth anything. And Yum! :)

House Bound

The last couple days haven't been so much fun. In fact,
I've been like this:

And alternately, like this:

But this morning I'm tentatively nibbling on a banana, and things are going well so far....