Is that frost in Central Florida?

I woke to this on the ground; a rare sight here in the Southern State. I was playing around with my aperature seeing how I could capture the shadow of our orange tree on the fence. I think this photo turned out quite well.

I can't believe this!

I inadvertently deleted my photo taken on January 5. I am using a new program on my computer and my finger slipped. DRATS! I really did take photos.
Here is my photo for January 6-this is something that is always seen on my desk.
Just a few books I've been utilizing to help plan my next semester at school.

January 4 Photo

Today's photography goal was to not only capture the texture of the piece, but the upward curve and tassles. This ties back the shower curtains in my main bathroom. I just love the richness of the color and the texture of the rope. I wanted more natural lighting so the rich browns wouldn't be washed out by the harsh light.

January 3 Photo

Today many shots were taken, more than I anticipated, but the one photo I was trying to learn how to take is this one. This is a portion of one of our pieces of art in the dining room, and I was trying to capture the texture as well as the different heights of the colored pieces.
Okay, I just can't resist sharing with you this fave photo I took of my girl this afternoon. She was in the backyard with my husband playing with the frisbee. Believe it or not, this shot was taken through my window pane in my dining room.


Sorry, I couldn't just choose one; she's just too darn cute.
Tomorrow I'm headed into another smaller room in the house hoping to capture that perfect shot.

January 2 Photo

Believe it or not, it was cool enough last night in Central Florida for a fire. I tried to capture the flames coming off the log. I have been shooting in manual mode in hope of learning more about the capabilities of my camera.

365 Photo

Jaunary 1, 2010 Photo

This is the year I am carving out the time to accomplish those "Oh, I'll do that sometime" things I've always thought I'd get to, but never have. I've had my Canon Rebel xTi for more years than I'd like to admit, and this is the year I will learn more about the capabilities of both camera as well as photographer. I am passionate about sharing my view of the world through my camera lens, thus my 2010 goal to take a photo a day.

My photo to springboard my idea is one of my fave subjects, my pooch Sasha. Here she is in all her beauty perched on their "doggy" sofa as she guards her domain.

My Word for 2010

I was visiting another scrapbookers blog and came across this idea that was originated by Ali Edwards.
I've decided "Enjoy" is the perfect way to define
what I need to actively do more of this New Year. Just a few ideas for my word:
Enjoy knowing that perhaps I really am teaching my freshman "Something" this school year.
Enjoy the time dh and I have right now, who knows what the future economy will bring.
Enjoy the peaceful times knowing that in years to come there will be noisy, but adorable, grandchildren filling the rooms with nonstop chatter and laughter.
Enjoy the extra love given to me by Brody, ds's pup who currently resides with us.
Enjoy the commraderie shared on ScrappinMojo.
Enjoy the learning process by taking a photograph each day.
Enjoy the individuality of all those I come in contact with each day.
Enjoy my love of writing by taking the time to begin again this year.
Just enjoy daily life by slowing down and marveling in the wonder of it all.

If you'd like to read more about this concept visit Eli's blog at aliedwards.typepad.com.

I hope I've inspired you to come up with your own word for 2010.