Friday, October 31, 2008
Great Big 366 Update . . . Yay!
Thanks to Helen's visit, which is allowing me to vacation in Atlanta, I've snapped a bunch of new themes. So far, we're at 18 and counting!
366 Pictures: #194 Opening
I love water lilies. I think they're so beautiful. I love how they bloom up out of the water and then open up to reveal these delicate interior petals.
Date: October 30, 2008.
366 Pictures: #163 Temperature
Fall is probably my favorite season in Atlanta. While my allergies are at their worst, the weather here is wonderful. We have gorgeous, clear days, beautiful fall colors, and near perfect temperatures. It's nearly always in the 60s and 70s.
Date: October 31, 2008.
366 Pictures: #193 Duplicate
I loved the way the sun gave such a smooth reflection of the sculptures and plants in this garden pond. I really like the way both of these pictures turned out. So, you get a two-for.
Date: October 30, 2008.
366 Pictures: #138 Stars
A group of Coke bottles decorated with the United States flag, plenty of stars on these.
Date: October 31, 2008.
366 Pictures: #333 Cactus
The conservatory at the Atlanta Botanical Garden has a desert room filled with different types of cacti. This one was nice and spindly.
I also really liked this one, too.
Date: October 30, 2008.
366 Pictures: #142 Shiny
One of the moving sculptures on display at the Atlanta Botanical Garden.
Date: October 30, 2008.
366 Pictures: #337 Fuzzy
I have no idea what this plant is, which is bad. It was taken inside the conservatory at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. I think the little hairs on the buds qualify as fuzzy, don't you?
Date: October 30, 2008.
366 Pictures: #185 Traffic
Crossing the downtown connector, a pretty typical start to the evening rush. Trust me, it gets much worse.
Date: October 31, 2008.
366 Pictures: #215 Baubles
Every year around Halloween, the Atlanta Botanical Garden displays scarecrows created by different companies, civic organizations and towns. This scarecrow was made out of bicycle parts and these little decorations.
Date: October 30, 2008.
366 Pictures: #15 Chalk
Taken from the store within the World of Coca-Cola. This Coke bottle is made to look like a chalkboard.
Date: October 31, 2008.
366 Pictures: #158 Fear
Not the greatest picture, but I was on the last reserves of my camera battery and gave up my flash in order to take more pictures. This little guy is known as the Dendrobates azureus, better known as the Blue Poison Frog. Since his skin releases poisonous toxins, this cute little blue frog is something to be feared.
Date: October 30, 2008.
366 Pictures: #133 Urban
Taken at the Atlanta Botanical Garden looking towards downtown Atlanta.
Date: October 30, 2008.
366 Pictures: #353 Waiting
This big guy was hanging out just outside the Civic Center Marta station. He was patiently waiting for the perfect dinner to come along.
Date: October 31, 2008.
366 Pictures: #44 Steam
This one may be tough to see, but there is steam rising up from the water. This was taken at the Atlanta Botanical Garden. It's a heated steam area which sits just below the Nepenthes Chandelier. I've posted a picture of the chandelier below. It's an amazing glass sculpture by Dale Chihuly!
Date: October 30, 2008.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
366 Pictures: #150 Photo
I initially had something altogether different planned for this theme, but, I really love this photo and wanted to use it. I love the different colors of blue, purple and pink that are in the flower, and I love the composition of the photo.
Because I didn't have a theme that screamed pretty, delicate flower this "photo" theme was the best fit.
Date: October 18, 2008.
366 Pictures: #320 Feather
This is some sort of plant my Mom has in her yard. I thought is was very delicate and feathery looking.
Date: October 18, 2008.
366 Pictures: #247 Tradition
I grew up just outside of Knoxville, home to the University of Tennessee and the Tennessee Volunteers. My Dad and I used to go to Tennessee football games all the time when I was growing up. Dad had an extra ticket to the Mississippi State game a couple of weeks ago and I got to go along.
These two pictures are part of the Tennessee football tradition. The "Pride of the Southland Band" creates the Power T on the field and marches its length. Then, they reverse and create the T in order for the players to run through.
Date: October 18, 2008.
366 Pictures: #141 Forgotten
This is what happens when my nephew leaves his toys at Grampy's house. His sister discovers them, and into her mouth they go!
Date: October 18, 2008.
366 Pictures: #91 Lonely
This is Lucy, or as I like to call her Luce-Goose. She's been missing her partner in crime since we lost Charlie, so she's a lonely pup.
Doesn't she have the sweetest face?
Date: October 18, 2008.
Unconscious Mutterings Week 300
I say ... and you think ... ?
- Contemplate :: Think
- In the house :: Warm
- Classical :: Punk
- Quest :: Nissan
- Best friend :: Confidant
- 1991 :: Rodney King
- Never will :: I root for the Yankees
- Fool :: In love
- Unhappy :: Sad
- Best man :: Maid of Honor
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Unconscious Mutterings Week 299
I say ... and you think ... ?
- Magical :: Mysterious
- Shrimp :: Delicious
- Project Runway :: Make it work!
- Economy :: Frustrating
- Porch :: Swing
- State of affairs :: Volatile
- .com :: .org
- Fifty cents :: Two quarters
- Ripping :: Tearing
- Bull :: Horn
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Venting Frustration . . .
I have debated for several days on whether I even want to blog about this. I probably shouldn't as there's a good chance it could get back to the persons involved, but I find it very hard to stop ruminating and I need to vent.
I understand that politics is a touchy subject for many people. For me, in general, it takes a lot to upset me and get me riled up. This did. Within the last few days, I was told by someone the reason they were planning to vote for the McCain/Palin ticket was because they were racist. They just put that right out there. They don't want a black man telling them what to do.
I literally thought I was going to have to pick my jaw up off the floor.
As I've thought about this for the past few days, I've gone through a range of emotions. At first I was really pissed off, then annoyed, and through some others I've come to the point where I'm just saddened. It's incredibly scary to me that in 2008 there are still so many people who see a person simply based on their race. Their minds are completely closed -- practically sealed.
I have absolutely no problem with the candidates people choose to vote for. We have a right to choose which candidates best match our morals and beliefs. However, when those choices are based on something as arbitrary as race, or gender, even age, it bothers me. I wouldn't rule out McCain based on his age. I didn't rule out Palin based on her gender. I haven't ruled out Obama because he is black.
I chose my candidate based on what he stands for, how his views compare with my views.
Wouldn't it be nice if there was a way for us to not see a political candidate at all prior to election day? It used to be that way for many people. All you had to rely on were the candidates words, their speeches. How great would it be if they were chosen solely based on their stance on the issues we face and on the strength of their character instead of their race, or even their party?
(On a side note, it would also be nice if people would think for themselves instead of immediately believing what they see and hear. Take time to research your candidates, especially the local ones!)
I understand that politics is a touchy subject for many people. For me, in general, it takes a lot to upset me and get me riled up. This did. Within the last few days, I was told by someone the reason they were planning to vote for the McCain/Palin ticket was because they were racist. They just put that right out there. They don't want a black man telling them what to do.
I literally thought I was going to have to pick my jaw up off the floor.
As I've thought about this for the past few days, I've gone through a range of emotions. At first I was really pissed off, then annoyed, and through some others I've come to the point where I'm just saddened. It's incredibly scary to me that in 2008 there are still so many people who see a person simply based on their race. Their minds are completely closed -- practically sealed.
I have absolutely no problem with the candidates people choose to vote for. We have a right to choose which candidates best match our morals and beliefs. However, when those choices are based on something as arbitrary as race, or gender, even age, it bothers me. I wouldn't rule out McCain based on his age. I didn't rule out Palin based on her gender. I haven't ruled out Obama because he is black.
I chose my candidate based on what he stands for, how his views compare with my views.
Wouldn't it be nice if there was a way for us to not see a political candidate at all prior to election day? It used to be that way for many people. All you had to rely on were the candidates words, their speeches. How great would it be if they were chosen solely based on their stance on the issues we face and on the strength of their character instead of their race, or even their party?
(On a side note, it would also be nice if people would think for themselves instead of immediately believing what they see and hear. Take time to research your candidates, especially the local ones!)
Monday, October 13, 2008
366 Pictures: #271 Masculine
So, this picture comes with a short story. When I was little I was pretty set for a while on what I wanted to be when I grew up: Quarterback for the Tennessee Vols. There were two things I failed to realize at such a young age. First, that the position was temporary. Second, that it's more of a masculine job than a feminine one. :)
Date: October 12, 2008.
366 Pictures: #315 Knowledge
This is how I spent the first part of my Saturday. Increasing my knowledge by preparing a matrix from scratch for a brand new client. Doesn't it look like fun? :P
Date: October 11, 2008.
Unconscious Mutterings Week 298
I say ... and you think ... ?
- Zoo :: Baby animals
- Neighborhood :: Block
- Salute :: Flag
- Immortality :: Never die
- Dominion :: Power
- Rhonda :: Help me
- Parties :: Are fun
- Prince of Darkness :: Dracula
- Garbage :: In/Garbage Out
- Standard :: Deviation
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Pure Awesomeness . . .
I cannot not begin to tell you how many times I laughed out loud while watching this!
"Joe vs. The Volcano!" :rotfl:
Monday, October 6, 2008
366 Pictures: #124 Bed
One of the best things about my bed, lots of pillows! It's super comfortable.
Date: October 6, 2008.
366 Pictures: #103 Vintage
These are three antique butter pats that I spotted in Augusta this weekend. I'm planning to frame them, sort of like a three dimensional photo.
Date: October 4, 2008.
366 Pictures: #25: Ruined
This was supposed to be a photo of people hanging around the fire pit at our cabin. However, I had the settings all wrong. I still like the wacky look of the photo so I decided to use it for this theme.
Date: September 27, 2008.
366 Pictures: #57 Pop Culture
This was a chair we saw on Saturday. It's covered in 12-pack soda (pop) boxes!
Date: October 4, 2008.
366 Pictures: #272 Pineapple
This is a candle I bought in Augusta this weekend. It's pineapple cilantro, and it smells wonderful!
Date: October 6, 2008.
366 Pictures: #80 Doodle
Some random doodles from this afternoon. I am so not an artist.
Date: October 6, 2008.
366 Pictures: # 300 Dawn
I admit this is a really bad play on words. However, I like to sleep late so the chances of me actually getting a photo taken at dawn are slim to none. ;) This will have to suffice.
Take: October 6, 2008.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Unconscious Mutterings Week 297
I say ... and you think ... ?
- Insight :: Knowledge
- Irksome :: Bothersome
- Maybe :: So, Maybe Not
- Confirmation :: Guaranteed
- Bib :: Bob
- Stop! :: Go
- Lobster :: Mmmm . . .
- Boys :: Girls
- Fire away :: Let 'er rip
- Give up :: Waive the white flag
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