Friday, June 19, 2009

Peaceful Spring Evening





When we lived in Baldwin, we used to walk by this pond several times a week.








It is such a peaceful place. The buildings and trees around it are old and give the whole area such amazing atmosphere.












There are always people out walking with their kids, or dogs. This particular evening, there was a boy learning to ride his bike without training wheels. His dad was there helping him along. His mom had the camera. And he did it. By the time I left, he was even falling with style.












An older couple was out for an evening stroll. They had their camera, as well. Searching for the first of the flowers. And once they got off the sidewalk, they found some, just as I did.












Three old men stood at a crossroads in the sidewalk. Just talking and laughing. Enjoying a spring evening in Kansas. They were there when I arrived and there when I left, over an hour later.












I like to people watch. It's especially fun when I get to watch the people, but come away with images like these.

Thursday, June 18, 2009

Hannah and Kyle's Wedding

My sister-in-law, Hannah, and her special gentleman friend were united in marriage (doesn't that sound so stuffy?) last weekend. They had a beautiful small wedding. First, here are a couple of shots from the rehearsal dinner.

















Then on to the morning of the wedding.























The church is on Baker's campus in Baldwin City and it is an absolutely amazing church. It has so much character.






































I thought these little bouquets at the reception were delightful.












We are very happy for you and we wish you the best! Congratulations!

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Enchanting Old Barns

Here are some images from a friend's family farm.








The property is just on the edge of town. It is one of the places we go to hang out and play music. Most of the time there is enough to do that I don't really think about taking photos of the buildings and such.












But one evening, we went out there and it was just Zac, the kids and myself. There was so much to see, that is, if I could keep the mosquitoes from biting me long enough to set up the shot.












There are also some foxes who have taken up residence in one of the old barns. Unfortunately, when they came around, it was a little too dark for me to get any photos of them.












I love the texture of the old and worn. To me, it tells a story. A story of a time when life was so very different from today.












I will definitely be going back again to see what I can see. I've heard, if you go in the barns, there are even more hidden treasures.

Sunday, June 7, 2009

Jammin at Hippie Jack's

Over Memorial Day weekend this year, Zac, Maebelle, Orion, Jordie (Zac's cousin) and I went to the Jammin at Hippie Jack's music festival in Crawford, TN. It was a great time.








They had a sandbox for the kids to play in, as well as swings. The kids loved them! The play area was enclosed by a fence that had honeysuckle growing up and down it. It smelled amazing.








I think this next one is the best photo of Zac I have ever taken. I love it.








The way the honeysuckle wrapped around the wires was mesmerizing. The vines were twisted and tangled into the fence. Did I mention it smelled divine?












There was also an activity tent set up where kids could paint, hula hoop, blow bubbles, eat peanuts, mow, all kinds of stuff. It was well thought out. Zac and I got to hear the music while the kids were busy playing. Without that tent, I am not sure how much music Zac and I would have been able to hear. I am quite sure other parents are just as thankful as we are!



















We woke up Sunday morning to rain. At least this time the rain stayed outside the tent. We decided to get things packed up and ready to go before we went up to listen to music. The kids were having fun running around naked, so we let them stay that way until we got in the car. Some might have said "damn dirty hippies", but almost anyone who saw them commented on how those were the days.
















The kids played and danced while I took photos of the Flea Market Hustlers. They were really quite exceptional. I love their style and they played well together. It was fun to get to photograph them.
















When I went back to where Zac and all were, Maebelle and Jordie were having a blast dancing and the Little Man was almost asleep in Zac's arms.












Next up was Jay Clark. He was good, too. Completely different style - a man with a guitar. But his songs were very good. He had nice stage presence.












Orion woke up and was just as happy as always.








All in all, it was a wonderful time! The kids still ask if we can go back. And we are already anxiously awaiting next year's festival!








Thanks to everyone at Jammin at Hippie Jack's for putting on such an incredible festival. It was the best festival we've ever been to!