The Picture Maker

by | Jun 16, 2017 | Behind the Photo Fridays, Photography

I just couldn’t get enough of that salty ocean air. The wind had become my constant companion and friend, taking the edge off the glaring heat of the southern sun. It wasn’t needed in the evenings, but was still a welcome addition to the crashing waves and...

The Island Mix Up

by | Jun 9, 2017 | Behind the Photo Fridays, Photography

It wasn’t just me. We were all a bit confused when we walked over the long boardwalk and caught view of the ocean. Our intention was to go to Oak Island, North Carolina. In fact, I was sure we were on Oak Island because we had just climbed the first 12 ships...

Days Gone By

by | May 19, 2017 | Behind the Photo Fridays, Photography

I’m feeling nostalgic. Two years ago I was able to attend a writer’s conference near the quaint little mountain town of Black Mountain, North Carolina. I’m feeling nostalgic. Tomorrow I begin a new adventure to an old haunt. It’s the same...

A Mother’s Love

by | May 12, 2017 | Behind the Photo Fridays, Photography

Happy Mother’s Day weekend to my mom, Annie! Today we were both tuckered out and not feeling very well, but we were still able to do one of our favorite things. We took a stroll through her picturesque gardens. My mom grows the most beautiful flowers, and some...

A Dream in a Box

by | May 5, 2017 | Behind the Photo Fridays, Book Reviews

Sometime dreams arrive at your front door in a plain cardboard box. A couple of weeks ago I got a shipment of books. But these aren’t just any books, these books are very special. I carefully opened the box and lovingly took out a book, a compilation of...