Ahhhhh ... just like old times!

Just like Aunt Betsy

The Chittums like to dry their laundry the "green" way!

#ds195 Look up today and make a photograph of the sky. Cloudy, clear, or somewhere in between?

Tell the story of your sky today.

Time to kick back & relax!

Belated gift from my class

#ds193 Shiny things attract attention. Make a photograph of a shiny object and post it today. Focus in on the reflections.

Just a few more long days and then I can enjoy this!

At a wonderful dinner to celebrate some wonderful retiring teachers!

So. Hot. Out. Must. Drink. Water.

Minnie was so excited to get home to see her "friend" Gradie!

Not an official wedding portrait, but I love this one!

On the outside terrace enjoying the sights

AMAZING view from our hotel room!

MIA in NYC

I've got a problem.

I can't leave my laptop.

But I have to.

I've been doing this daily blog for about 18 months, only with a few pauses due to traveling or a broken camera.

This time it will be because of traveling. In about 2 hours I'll be in the air on my way to New York, City for my cousin's wedding.

I'm very excited! And also super excited about the amount of pictures I'll be taking.

But sad I can't share with you each day.

I promise when I get back on Sunday, I'll share my favorite pictures from Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday! Until then ...

Is that rainwater or steam?

#ds185 Make a photo today that distills some simplicity from the complexity of the world.

Almost the exact same shot, 24 hours later

Monday, May 17th. Along walking path near condo.

Tuesday, May 18th. Along walking path near condo.

#ds184 Self-assessment is vital to artistic growth. Look thru the photos you've posted so far. Remake one you'd like to improve.

{I took some liberty with today's challenge: I didn't post the first picture yesterday, but I liked it and tried to recreate it for today. Turns out, I like yesterday's better ... but love how similar they are.}

Oh great! Now I'll have to always make rice krispie treats like this!

Cut treats into small bars. Dip ends in melted almond bark & sprinkled with sprinkles :)

Fastest doodler in town!

Pretty, new sweater

On a walk

I'm FREE! Well ... as free as being on a leash will allow me to be!

#ds179 Make a photograph with motion blur of one kind or another. Use a slow shutter speed, pan, or both.

My school collected 95 pounds of these to go to the Ronald McDonald House!

#ds178 Pick an everyday subject and get as close as you can to it. Make a photograph and post it!

Keeps me safe & sound

#ds177 What tools do you use and appreciate on a daily basis?

Make an interesting photo of one such tool today.

Pick a door! Any door!

#ds176 Pay attention to your surroundings today. Make a photo of something you walk by every day without noticing.

P is for Pretty girl!

Hi, I'm Betsy. {Hi, Betsy!} I'm addicted to these sugar free popsicles.

First Friday Fun

Straight lines and curves at the same time

#ds172 Find a grid pattern somewhere-maybe a brick sidewalk or ceiling tiles-and make a photo of an interesting slice of it.

Star light, star bright

In a room full of amazing educators!

A great place to relax

#ds169 Make a composition of a wall and what is against it: art, shelves, etc.

Consider the rule of thirds and watch your light.

Photo Walk #2 was a success!

I think we should make this a monthly event. Who else wants to join us?

Look forward to more pictures on the other blog soon :)

Acorn collecting with Mère