Bubbles

photo by my friend Amy P.

Nature's Bounty

What would August be without tomatoes?

and basil.

Rainy Day Fun

"I'm painting somewhere colorful and magical."

Chillin'

Taking a much-needed break while my 4-year-old wields the point-and-shoot.

Love the Earth

I love this idea which came through Betz White from Susannah Conway.  So many of the blogs I regularly read have had posts about struggling to keep up with blogging obligations during the summer and needing a break.  Susannah proposes that we take the pressure off ourselves this month by posting a picture every day (or not, as you feel led) "just looking at August through your camera lens as a way to be more present this summer" without feeling obligated to write a complete post.  This idea really appeals to me.  It will get me taking more pictures and paying attention to the beauty around me that sometimes passes me by.  It might also be a way to catalog some of the hidden creative moments in my life.  Possibly interspersed with projects I manage to accomplish along the way.  If you're a blogger, considering joining the group over at Susannah's site.  I'd love to see what you are up to this summer.

A day with modeling clay