It's been awhile since I've even thought of updating. Life got busy, depressing, and ultimately nothing felt blogworthy. Since I have noticed on my stats that tons of people are still checking in, and I've been avoiding calls, emails and private facebook messages, I will put one semi personal update out for all the world to see.
It is true. I am seperated, almost divorced. The reasons are private and personal and if I have not already told you personally why, you will never know.
I am dealing with it the best that I can and I do not want to "hash it out" with anyone or dwell on it anymore than necessary.
What am I doing that is keeping me so busy?? Work. Work. Work. It really never ends. I will spend my evening grading projects, tomorrow afternoon working at the Gap and then tomorrow evening taking portraits. I'm sneaking in photography fun wherever I can as my passion for photography has taken over my life.
Now that I am settled in a new place and the school year is off to a good start, I will be posting lots of pictures.
I'm looking forward to a nice weekend trip soon to Zion National Park. A much needed photography retreat. I can't wait.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Wednesday, August 17, 2011
My bucket list update
Remember when I posted my "before I turn 30 bucket list"?
I have officially ridden in an airplane for the first time in 4 years. I can't say I wasn't a *little* psycho, but I got on and I did NOT run down the aisle during take off. Not that I've ever done that before.
Last week I went to Wilmington, DE to visit my best friend. It's been toooo long since we spent time together. We spent a couple of days on the beach, visited Atlantic city where a sea gull crapped on my camera bag and I won 76.00 dollars. AND we spent some time driving and looking at the landscapes and beautiful buildings in the surrounding areas. Jus and Gus were fabulous about stopping and letting me take photos!
2. Go white water rafting
3. Run 1 mile without stopping just to be able to say that I can
4. Ride on a plane without letting my phobic behavior get the best of me. (or have me banned from an airline)
5. Experience Spain/Europe as a thin person so I can actually enjoy the endless walking and site seeing (coming soon!!)
6. Frolick unashamedly in a bathing suit in a public place
7. Make some NEW friends and spend time with the old ones ( a work in progress!)
8. Visit my BFF in Delaware! (Love you and miss you!)
9. Volunteer with an animal rescue
10. Ride in a hot air balloon
I have officially ridden in an airplane for the first time in 4 years. I can't say I wasn't a *little* psycho, but I got on and I did NOT run down the aisle during take off. Not that I've ever done that before.
Last week I went to Wilmington, DE to visit my best friend. It's been toooo long since we spent time together. We spent a couple of days on the beach, visited Atlantic city where a sea gull crapped on my camera bag and I won 76.00 dollars. AND we spent some time driving and looking at the landscapes and beautiful buildings in the surrounding areas. Jus and Gus were fabulous about stopping and letting me take photos!
Now more on that bucket list: I get to cross some stuff off!!
1. Go Dancing!2. Go white water rafting
3. Run 1 mile without stopping just to be able to say that I can
5. Experience Spain/Europe as a thin person so I can actually enjoy the endless walking and site seeing (coming soon!!)
9. Volunteer with an animal rescue
10. Ride in a hot air balloon
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Monday, July 11, 2011
One Day!
I have always LOVED to travel. Over the years I have had a few oppurtunities to go places and see things you just can't see here. At some point, my fear of flying became to much for me...and I stopped.
My last trip was to Ensenada, Mexico in 2007. I only took this trip because it was absolutely necessary. I was Zanexed to the gills and I still freaked out. We hit an airpocket and I pretty much hyperventilated for the next 2 hours.
Of course, that was nothing compared to the time I ran down the aisle during takeoff. I was promptly escorted back to my seat with 2 bottles of scotch and a cup of ice. GO BRITISH AIRWAYS!
Or..we could talk about the time I got on a puddle jumper in Belize and realized that the runways were dirt/rock roads. Dude...
Anyway, I'm pleased to announce I am working on my phobia of flying. To keep my eye on the prize I've decided to make a short list of my "dream vacations". If money and time wasn't an issue, you might find me here:
One day..I will make all of these destinations!
My last trip was to Ensenada, Mexico in 2007. I only took this trip because it was absolutely necessary. I was Zanexed to the gills and I still freaked out. We hit an airpocket and I pretty much hyperventilated for the next 2 hours.
Of course, that was nothing compared to the time I ran down the aisle during takeoff. I was promptly escorted back to my seat with 2 bottles of scotch and a cup of ice. GO BRITISH AIRWAYS!
Or..we could talk about the time I got on a puddle jumper in Belize and realized that the runways were dirt/rock roads. Dude...
Anyway, I'm pleased to announce I am working on my phobia of flying. To keep my eye on the prize I've decided to make a short list of my "dream vacations". If money and time wasn't an issue, you might find me here:
Sailing to all of the Galapagos Islands .... How amazing would this be????
Alaska
A cruise through the Amazon
Ireland
An african safari
A tour through Italy
Another EXTENDED stay in Spain. Preferably in the Southern region this time!
One day..I will make all of these destinations!
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
What do I DO in the summer??
A student asks me today (in class)...Mrs. Eds, what do you DO in the summertime with all your free time?
me: "besides teach?" ( I can never let the obvious go...)
Believe it or not, teachers work in the summer. Even if I weren't teaching summer school, I would be bound to numerous teacher workshops for continuing education hours as required by the state. These workshops are usually conveniently spaced in such a manner that it makes planning a vacation quite difficult. For some reason they want to meet up every wednesday in the middle of the day...because THAT'S convenient.
I'm not really complaining..it could be worse. It's just that people have a glorified view of teachers as having endless time off. Let me just say this...WE EARN IT. And no one would teach if they didn't have an extended period away from kids, no matter how much they love them.
Apart from my little part time teaching gig, I have been taking tons of pictures and practicing taking portraits. I had a lovely model last weekend who said I could post her picture! She's beautiful. Thanks Kalynn!
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We stopped to take pictures by a fence...and while I was completely focused on getting a good shot. This guy snuck up behind me and got frisky with my neck. I think he needs some mouthwash.
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me: "besides teach?" ( I can never let the obvious go...)
Believe it or not, teachers work in the summer. Even if I weren't teaching summer school, I would be bound to numerous teacher workshops for continuing education hours as required by the state. These workshops are usually conveniently spaced in such a manner that it makes planning a vacation quite difficult. For some reason they want to meet up every wednesday in the middle of the day...because THAT'S convenient.
I'm not really complaining..it could be worse. It's just that people have a glorified view of teachers as having endless time off. Let me just say this...WE EARN IT. And no one would teach if they didn't have an extended period away from kids, no matter how much they love them.
Apart from my little part time teaching gig, I have been taking tons of pictures and practicing taking portraits. I had a lovely model last weekend who said I could post her picture! She's beautiful. Thanks Kalynn!
We stopped to take pictures by a fence...and while I was completely focused on getting a good shot. This guy snuck up behind me and got frisky with my neck. I think he needs some mouthwash.
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