257: The After Party

Relaxing on the shore

Perhaps you’ve wondered what happens at the after party.  I thought I’d give you a glimpse of what happens after a party by the pond (even if it is a mini version and not The Official Party By the Pond).  Following our little impromptu picnic/party on Saturday, a number of rain storms moved through.  In between the raindrops and my little cool off in the rain, I went out for a little walk, taking the camera along, to see how the water might have prettied up everything.  (That’s an unofficial photography term:  prettied up.)

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248: First boat ride of the season

Relaxing on the pedal boat

I took my first pedal boat ride of the season yesterday afternoon.  I pedaled around the pond a few times, took a few photos, then I put my feet up and drifted for a while, enjoying the sunshine and the breeze.

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232: Keeping it simple

It’s Friday and I think we could all use a break from my mega-posts.  Feel free to let out a large sigh of relief.  I just did.  Phewww!

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