Sailing on Lake Mendota

Last Saturday we went sailing with an old Madison friend, Barry. Barry is dear to my heart since he came to party at my house with Eric the night we fell in love. It was an interesting evening and my life has not been the same since.

This was only our second time sailing ever and both times have been with Barry. It was a breezy day in the 70s and perfect for sailing, at least that is what Barry said. We sailed across the lake and stopped at the UW-Madison Union Terrace and had something to eat. Then we sailed back across as the sun set.

Editing these photos was a little challenging since there were so many that I liked. Additionally, I accidently shot in JPGs. I am used to editting my photos in Raw, but it was a good learning experience.

Hiking at Blue Mounds State Park

A couple weeks ago (I am so behind on photo editing and sharing), I spent some time with myself hiking at this nearby state park. It was lovely and mostly hiking and nature focussed rather than photography focused, but I have a few I wanted to share.

This tree was so cool looking. I see an old man praying, complete with glasses and moustache. Do you see him?

Herbal goodness

These are the bulk herbs my acupuncturist gave me, pre-cooked.

A glimpse

Here are some photos I took when walked around our lovely new neighborhood and at a nearby, lakeside park. I got a little happy with the Photoshop this time...

Walking down Baldwin Street. Lake Monona peeking out between the trees.

The beautiful man I live with.

Eric wearing the Angela Davis T shirt he bought for me.

Me.

Olbrich Gardens July 2, 2009

In early July I spent some time at Madison's Olbrich Botanical gardens. I was there with Eric, my mom, sister, and nephew but you wouldn't know by looking at my favorite photos from the day. The Thai pavilion is gorgeous and it is the only one in the continental United States. We missed the rose garden that day and will have to go back...

Horicon Marsh June 28

Eric and I stopped Horicon Marsh after staying in Fond du Lac for the weekend. It is a beatiful place between Fond du Lac and Madison that we will be sure to visit many more times. 

Goodbye Milwaukee!

On June 19, just after school let out for the year and right before we packed all our stuff and moved to Madison Eric and I spent some time with my mom, sister, and nephew at the Bayview lakefront. I realized I don't have a lot of photographs of most of my family other than my adorable nephew and wanted to get some while they were still so near. Some of my favorites...

Mom and sister Leah

On June 19, just after school let out for the year and right before we packed all our stuff and moved to Madison Eric and I spent some time with my mom, sister, and nephew at the Bayview lakefront. I realized I don't have a lot of photographs of most of my family other than my adorable nephew and wanted to get some while they were still so near. Some of my favorites...