Reserve.

After a rough few weeks in college I finally found time to explore the nature reserve that is by my campus.

A mile or so walk was greatly appreciated today.

I saw two little deer most likely just kicked out by their mother. I did not take very good photos of them, however they were very curious of me and the piece of pumpkin I was offering them. They edged rather close to me and were simply adorable.

Near the end of my journey I saw the sun shimmering on the lake as in set into the trees. It was wonderful, peaceful, and exactly the break I needed.

Vegetables.

Most people think that children hate vegetables, however, when I was a child I loved my veggies. When my mother gave me meat for the first time I spit it out -- apparently it's not like I actually remember my first meat meal. To me cauliflower tastes like heaven, I love it! Cooked vegetables are alright, but I enjoy raw veggies way more. I am in fact a vegetarian - in case you were wondering.. I feel bad for an animal being killed for nutrition people could easily find elsewhere. If you aren't a vegetarian my only request is respect. I can't bare when people insult my life choices. Basically what I'm saying is don't be a hater.. Classy message I know. Have a great week everyone and remember everyone: PSA -- don't be hatin.

Tea.

Life is more dramatic and lovely by candle light.

Mid-day tea and a vanilla candle is exactly what I needed today. Photos may be dark by candle light, but every once in a while a dark picture is needed.

This ginger peach tea was so good for me.

I move in to college on Saturday, I'll try to take a few more country pictures before I move into the city.

Hope all of you got to relax a bit today. Enjoy what is left of your summer!

Moon.

A few nights ago my view of the moon was wonderful. My simple point and shoot camera in no way does this natural beauty justice.

The moon was bleeding into the cloud.

Reuben.

On yet another day outside I found a frog in my mother's flowers! I enjoy frog flowers, it's almost like they are intentionally posing for me.

Usually when I take my dog along on a hike he acts as if I'm a tree. However, today he was quite photogenic.

I love my little puppy Reuben more than anything in the world.

A little snow in summer.

Relax.

A nice cup of tea, some poetry, and a bit of journal writing is what I think of as a perfectly relaxing night. I use my laptop for a picture frame of my absolutely favorite photo. I took it while in Colorado and I think it is my best work. It is my preferred ambiance for a quiet night in.

A delicious cup of ice cream tops off my wonderful night in. Also since I topped off my ice cream with fruit it defiantly means it's healthy!

At least once a week I like to take a night off from life and take a little time for me. Relaxing is amazing for you.

Gratitude.

Recently I celebrated my graduation with a small get-together of family and friends. As always, however, after every great party comes the slightly annoying task of the Thank You notes. Granted the people who came to my party brought their share of gifts and advice, but I loath writing Thank You notes.

I am thankful for the thought and sentiment of course that my family and friends put forth, but the time spent writing these notes could be much better spent hiking, going for a bike ride, or even working. Thank You notes are time consuming and a waste of paper. I don't like getting them or giving them.

I'd feel even more thanked by a person if they came up to me in person and thanked me rather then writing a thank you note.