“People say walking on water is a miracle, but to me walking peacefully on earth is the real miracle.” – Thich Nhat Hanh Apologies for the poor quality of this photo. I took it through my front windshield on the way to work this morning. I was startled by the posture and gait of these two…
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Fairly Certain…
…this video is my new favorite thing. Ever.
Dear Santa…
Please leave the puppy from this video under our tree. Please?
Santa’s Timely Arrival
This morning during our first snowfall of the season, a monster waited patiently at the downtown train station… …as did a Ninja Turtle (along with lots of little kids)… …for the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus! Seriously? Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive during our first snow of the season? It could not have been planned to…
Everywhere.
From Warsan Shire, poet:
This.
Oh my gosh, yes. This.
Today is…
…National Pug Day! The kids and I met this sweet puppy last weekend on the way to Chicago. This is Ralphie. He’s eight-weeks old and Tanner’s newest best friend. I didn’t think he was going to give him back to his owner. Let’s all pause and smile in honor of this wonderful day of observance.
What’s In This Season
Of all the seasons, fall feels like the time of greatest transformation to me. There’s nothing subtle or slow about the transitions of fall. New colors. Less light. Colder temperatures. Bare trees. It seems to happen just like that: Boom, fall presents itself. For whatever reason, fall also makes me turn inward more than the other…
Love
“Paying attention is actually the best form of love we have to bring to our lives.” – John Tarrant, author, Zen teacher
Happy
Things that made me happy today… – Good graffiti – A hysterical (and lengthy!) early morning conversation between my son and our cat – Rays of sunshine breaking through the clouds, glimpses of heaven – Fruit Stripe gum – Surviving a second full day without caffeine (does that qualify as happy??) – Goofy stuffed unicorn…
Hey there…
Early morning bike ride took me by a big group of these beautiful fellas at Grant’s Farm. Have I mentioned lately how much I love St. Louis?
Let the Wild Rumpus Begin
Today was the opening of the Art of Maurice Sendak exhibit at the St. Louis Public Library (Central). And the Wild Things were everywhere! In the lobby… …above the shelves… …dancing around… …up the stairwell… …in the elevators… …until… Another world opens. I didn’t take photos (save this one) of the actual artwork in the…
Run My City
Well, well, well… Guess who received the latest “Run My City” feature in Runner’s World? Yessir…MY city! Article link here. Obviously I’m slightly biased, but I think this is a brilliant choice. And I love their selection of most notable races. Especially the St. Patrick’s Day Parade Run. NOBODY does St. Pat’s like St. Louis. In just under six…
In Our House…
…this is how we watch Grand Slams. And I love it.
Rest.
“I find my thoughts drifting to the Sabbath, the day of rest, the seventh day of the week, and perhaps the seventh day of one’s life as well, when one can feel that one’s work is done and one may, in good conscience, rest.” — Oliver Sacks
Many Happy Returns
Though we don’t have a dog, I still wish to observe National Dog Day with one of the best photos I’ve ever seen on twitter. I would totally pet you while you wait for your human, you sweet, chunky, drooly face. (Apologies: no photo credit was available.)
Shine.
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of…
Tiny Bite of the Big Apple
What an adventure. A few months ago, Tanner received an email letting him know that he’d won tickets to see U2 at Madison Square Garden. Obviously this was not a trip we’d planned to take this year, but wow, it turned out to be amazing. We spent three quick days in the Big Apple, but…
I Can’t Even…
The CUTENESS.
A Thought
The sun will rise and set regardless. What we choose to do with the light while it’s here is up to us. Journey wisely.
Lots of Lanterns
Last night was a special showing of the Lantern Festival at the Garden, set aside just for photographers and photo hobbiests. Smaller crowds…respectful observers…quiet collective concentration and admiration…it was lovely. My gear (and resume) wasn’t as sophisticated as many (most) of the participants, but I enjoyed myself. And I am quite happy with the images and…
Sigh…
Orchid blooms bursting open…long naps in the air conditioning….time spent with both of my boys…dinner with friends…knowing the sunset is going to be gorgeous based on the color of the light coming through the windows…these are just of the few things for which I was grateful today. Oh, weekend. I am so…
Second Place?
I spotted this on the ground near the high school track during my run last night. I’d have loved to know its back story. Was this second place ribbon discarded in disappointment because a first place finish was the only acceptable result? Was this ribbon accidentally dropped and someone was now upset and missing it?…
Blessed are the Peacemakers
Our world needs more of these.
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