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Photographer In Training

Here is my little photographer in training. She watches me carrying my camera around taking photos all the time and now insists on bringing hers along everywhere we go too. We ventured out for a few shots today and before I could even find mine she had already grabbed her camera and was inquiring where mine was. She also informed me that I had to carry mine like she was carrying hers - on her shoulder with the strap. Her enthusiasm makes me smile!

Carolina Beach State Park

Stopped by Carolina Beach State Park while we were in town and got a few shots. We plan on doing a family camping trip there sometime this year to enjoy the scenery and relax. There are plenty of walking trails and lots of wild life to observe. I can't wait to get back out there with my camera. There are also some newly built cabins available for rent now, which may be a better option for our kids. If you haven't already and are ever in the area, check it out!

Goodnight All

 Today has been a looooong and busy day so I thought I'd call it a night. This photo is from a few weeks ago during the full moon, but I thought it was fitting for a Goodnight post. And on that note, sleep well everyone. Zzzzz....

If you can't beat 'em.....Eat 'em!

These aren't the best photos of a dandelion I've ever seen, but I can't help giving them a little glory anyways. I love taking photos of nature and this particular plant is special to me. I will always have a fondness for dandelions. A good friend once taught me what more could come from this seemingly ordinary weed. One day she took me outside with a bag in one hand, a butterknife in the other and she taught me how to harvest dandelion greens. Honestly, I was skeptical at first, but I was open to trying new things. We gathered as many as we could find until she thought we had enough and back into the house we went. She washed them, prepared them and later that night we sat down to a glass of wine and a wonderfully tasty meal with one of the sides being dandelion greens. It was a great experience and not the last time I ate weeds for dinner. Now every time I see them growing anywhere I smile, think of a great friend...and get a little hungry.