Theres only one more sleep till Christmas day

God bless us everyone!

Kanga and little roo

Lest anyone think I was not on this trip to Australia... here I am interacting with the wildlife.

Also... notice how I am laughing out of fear.. the Kangaroo had just reached out and grabbed my back and shoulder to pull me in... that is what they do when you are handed the bucket of their food to hold... and they are strong.

aquarium

Opera House

So it turns out editing is taking me ages and ages. And even though I have hundreds of photos waiting for me, I could not help but post these. I have many more of the opera house to come, but think this might be one of my favorites. It is the view from the ferry coming back from Manly beach. And true to form I am indecisive... B&W or Color... hmmmm... how about you enjoy both :)

Australia

"waiting on train"

Brisbane, Australia Oct. 2010

I just started the process of downloading all my photos from my trip to Australia. It is going to take me long while to edit them all, but I could not wait on this one. Many, many more to come. It was such a great trip.

A journey shows us not only the world, but how we fit in it.

Keep a-Goin"

If you strike a thorn or rose,
Keep a-goin'!
If it hails or if it snows,
Keep a-goin'!
'Taint no use to sit an' whine
When the fish ain't on your line;
Bait your hook an' keep a-tryin'--
Keep a-goin'!

When the weather kills your crop,
Keep a-goin'!
Though 'tis work to reach the top,
Keep a-goin'!
S'pose you're out o' ev'ry dime,
Gittin' broke ain't any crime;
Tell the world you're feelin' prime--
Keep a-goin'!

When it looks like all is up,
Keep a-goin'!
Drain the sweetness from the cup,
Keep a-goin'!
See the wild birds on the wing,
Hear the bells that sweetly ring,
When you feel like singin', sing--
Keep a-goin'!

~ Frank L. Stanton

Maker Faire

This Saturday I went to the Maker Faire in New York. My work had a booth there and I worked it for a little bit in the morning and then spent the afternoon roaming. It was so much fun, a dream come true really. I watched a bunch of exhibits, and talked with a whole lot of artist about what they do or what they make. I found myself jealous of them going from faire to faire and selling things they have created with their hands..... doesn't that just sound like a dream?!

This is how awesome it was. Where else can you find... chariots, crafts, 3D printing, and a rocket stage?

Two things that stood out to me: 1) Life Size Mouse Trap. That is right ladies and gentlemen... just like the board game only bigger! At the end when the safe fell on the cab.. It was so loud and I could feel it in my whole body. It was quite the site to behold.

2) This artist does sewing machine designs. Basically he draws with his solar powered sewing machine. I had him make me a camera. I am in love with it and can't wait to frame it.

I love creative people!