There are few things more lady like than attending an afternoon tea, complete with fancy hats and beautiful place settings.  I truly enjoyed spending my weekend with such lovely ladies that I also have the pleasure of calling my family.

I hope that your weekend was just as lovely ♥

Here’s to the start of a wonderful week, my friends.

Things have been extremely busy for me these past few weeks, as you can probably tell from my sporadic posting!  I promise to share more in due time.

Some things that are making me happy these days:

★ Samia’s wonderful feature of my work on her blog.

★ Mary’s new spring time themed shop.  Ultra happy is my favorite!

★ How Sandra re-evaluated her 365 photography project and adjusting to fit her life.

Happy Wednesday!

When I came across this inspirational poem last week, the words spoke to me in ways that I could have never imagined.   I have so many hopes and dreams for my photography and where I would like to see my business going.   I have evolved in this space, and I am encouraged by every comment and e-mail that I receive!

As you might know, I am a self-taught photographer.  My work is a direct result of my experimentation with photography and finding my own style.  I have never had my work “judged” before – so you can imagine my apprehension when I submitted my work for the first time to a photography exhibit.

I received confirmation that two of the three images that I submitted – ‘be happy‘ and ‘collect your thoughts‘ – were accepted!  I am absolutely floored, thankful, and honored all at the same time.  The opening reception is October 1 – and I can’t wait to actually attend a gallery opening for a photography exhibit that will feature some of my work.

Little steps towards a big dream…..

Purple – one of my favorite colors.  There is just something so soft, serene, and peaceful about purple, especially when found in nature.

Have a wonderful weekend, and don’t forget to save a little time for some peace and quiet.

I’ll see you Monday, my friends!

A couple of other things making me happy today:

• Seeing my work displayed so beautifully over at Retinal Perspectives!
• One of my photos, classic, being chosen for Shutter Sisters one word project, summer.
• I’m working on a new “inspiration” blog, filled with words, people, places, and things that inspire my photography.  I can’t wait to share this new space with you (soon, I promise!).

Finally, please visit my “virtual table” over at PoppyTalk Handmade this month.  I’ll be participating in their “Home Sweet Home” market which will run from today until August 15, 2009!

Oh, and the subject of my previous post? Rudy the Clown, who entertained us with his mandolin!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

~ Lao Tzu

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Don’t worry – it’s not green here just yet (smile), this was taken during my Botantical Garden project!

Waiting patiently for spring (and more green).

My daughter and I made a trip to our local botanical garden this weekend.  I just wanted to share a few of the treasures we found.

I hope that these images brighten your day ~ winter will not last forever!