hump day nuggets: little bits of the season in photos and (few) words about the last week
Lately I have been having all of these tiny, grounding moments where I feel like I could pass out from the overwhelming reality of existence. The important, personally defining stuff that makes up who I am and where I am headed seems to smack me in the heart and brain simultaneously, pulling me into myself and out of myself and I am left confidently exposed and in love. It’s a cool sensation that is also known as being on the right track. I think I am where I am supposed to be and, for the first time in my adulthood, I am not pining away at what could be out there that might be a better fit or more important. Here I am.
The four days with Paige and Arann exceeded my expectations.
:: These two with their we can grow anything all year round ness (I actually tried to find something we can grow that they can’t in northern California and was certain I had them at rhubarb but no. They can grow that too).
See that new watermark? Paige convinced me to do it. Even though I feel kinda silly because I am not a Photographer but more of a photographer. Anywho, it seems a good thing to do.
Out of suitcases emerged jars of pickled lemon cucumber, Arann Harris hot sauce and bags and bags of bright red peppers. We strung em up and have gorgeous chile pepper mobiles all about the kitchen to remind us of our dear friends throughout the cold months and beyond.
:: We strolled around town seeking coffee and sweet treats.
:: And we strolled in the hills.
:: Lots of hang out time in our home. Eating, tickling, laughing, scrabble playing, storytelling, reading, singing and a bunch of other great verbs.
:: I love watching my bff do her thing. I am so proud of her. And Arann is not only a fabulous musician but is also stellar at getting kids to smile at Paige’s lens.
:: And, a bit more of Paige’s brilliance in the photos below.
Cheers to old friends whose companionship gets richer with the emergence of wrinkles and evolutions of life. Here I am. Thankful that the majority of my wrinkles lay around my mouth and eyes.
14 Comments
Yo, woman. One last check on the old facebook before bed and Lo! NUGGETS!
ALL the photos are wonderful. Guess I’ll get me a water mark, too. 🙂
We’ll be seeing you soon. xo
i like the watermark. and i’ve always thought of you as a Photographer with a capital “p”. the more i learn about photography and editing, the more i realize that photography is not about what you learn or the fancy things you can do. it’s about what you capture…sometimes the more i try to ‘set up’ a shot and edit it…the less of a photographer i am. my favorite shots are always life as it is and the added luck of maybe some brilliant light. even so…my shpeel is to applaud you, for the many photos you’ve taken have always exposed you as a true photographer.
and it’s evident to us too that yes, you are on the right track, friend. your nuggets are always the perfect pair to my morning coffee. and i am getting more and more excited for the morning i will sit down and see a birth story…a new little face…and your new family. xoxo i can’t wait until spring.
I did do “one last check” for nugs before I went to bed early last night…oh joy to find them here this morning! YAY!!!
If a picture does say a million words then these pictures tell me what a happy, loving family looks like. Great photos by both you and Paige Burb. I especially love the one of the four,(five), of you on the sofa. I think I need a copy of that from Santa and also a copy of the one of you in the bath Margot, (my new screen saver),…..the new watermark should be there….yes you ARE a photographer.
I love Paige and Arann too…still tell everyone that Arann is the best dancer I have every danced with…he is!…(don’t tell your dad or brother, they are a close 2nd). I have a big smile on my face seeing them love on Margot so.
This little holiday is just what the doctor ordered, literally. Smiles all around and so glad to see Andy looking better than ever.
Margot could you be any cuter~seriously! I MISS you so so much my sweet baby girl. See you soon.
xoxo, Mom/Gram
beautiful- that one word seems to always sums up your life, family, pictures, words, etc. thanks again for sharing!
delighted…I awoke in Florida today and so nice to read about home.
“I think I am where I am supposed to be and, for the first time in my adulthood, I am not pining away at what could be out there that might be a better fit or more important. Here I am.”
I feel you on that one. What a relief, eh? Here’s to embracing our choices and the precious present moments.
And also to Northern California. Yay! xo
I don’t know if I know anyone who can pack more into a first paragraph than you. Yes Nicole here you are. Great great pics by you two women.
I wondered if Andy would be up for company and now I realize Paige and Arran aren’t “company” they are family.
I only wish Margot would have felt a little more comfortable with them. Haha, love that girl.
Nice family photo of all of you on the couch.
Love you all, XOXO Joan
Watermark goooooooooood.
Now I feel I must finally plant and grow the rhubarb. Because I love it so and I’ve heard (from the nursery lady) that it can grow here.
And, of course, I love the family photo of y’all and Alice. Maybe for the holiday card? Those striped tights sealed the deal for me on that idea.
Great post. Happy to hear that you are so happy.
You life is going in a totally different direction than you had once planned with graduate school in Chicago. Do you ever think about grad school anymore? Any plans to go back to work once the kids are older?
Anon, so true it is all different. I do think about school but I am no longer interested in the Arts Admin and Policy program…I ended up getting the development and administrative experience I was seeking right here in Missoula. I want to go back to school for writing perhaps. And, yes, I plan to work when the kids are older. I also plan to work when they are babies, just from home and in pursuit of different endeavors.
Lovely photos, and being on the verge of expanding a family is such an exciting time. I also grow a garden (and children and chickens)in the West (Colorado). I did a short stint in Northern Cali for my son’s health and it seems you really can grow anything in that fertile place!
A trickle of gucci computer casesoutside help began to gucci backpacksarrive Monday in this once-graceful a line wedding dressescity about 20 miles west of strapless ball gown wedding dressesPort-au-Prince, the capital. No one here is expecting much Louis Vuitton Messager Blackmore, even though by some official assessments the damage to towns across Louis Vuitton Neo CabHaiti’s southern provinces may exceed that of the ruined capital.
Christian Louboutin Decoltissimo Paillettes Silver
Christian Louboutin Suede Pigalle Shoes Sky blue
Christian Louboutin Helmut Pumps Black Suede
Christian Louboutin Pigalle Pumps Leopard
replica Bottega handbags
replica Burberry handbags
replica Cartier handbags
replica Celine handbags
replica Chanel handbags
replica Chloe handbags
replica Coach handbags
replica Dior handbags
replica Dolce & Gabbana handbags