LadyKatesPhotography > November 10 

 More during my drive home on yesterday; heading south on Hwy. 101, this is  looking east, inbetween King City and San Ardo. 
(3-shot panorama)
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My sister and I are leaving tomorrow morning to go camping in Yosemite! One of my favorite places!
Might be able to take the laptop and use internet ( maybe I'll be able to post a couple of DP's!), while lounging in front of the fireplace at the Awanhee Hotel. But if you don't hear or see anything from me, you'll know we decided to stay outside and keep playing!
I'm guessing I'll probably be posting some of the photos starting Sunday night, after our return home!
Have a good week!  Blessings!
LadyKatesPhotography > October 22

 I've been working on 'Tent City' photos and was going to post one of those. However, this evening while I was unpacking Tent City stuff,  my little Hummingbird buddies were flirting around the open garage door and I finally just HAD to oblige them (and me!!).  

Slight crop and adjustments to hue and midtone contrast
LadyKatesPhotography > September 30 

 A small section of a storefront window display during our after-dark stroll through Capitola Village. I was wishing the store had been open!  I would have loved going in there; it was beautiful!  However, I'm certain that it was much better for my wallet that it was closed!!  

This image is SOOC. I might like to play with this one a bit; I think it has some great potential !?
LadyKatesPhotography > June 15

Yesterday I said I'd save the story regarding 'the eyes' for another day!

A couple of years ago, my dear, dear friend Rikki bestowed upon me this beautifully decorated Jock Strap, as my Christmas present!!!  Why?  you might be thinking to yourself--or most probably asking outloud to your computer monitor--!!  Because she could!

After the laughter subsided when I opened it--in front of several others--Rikki told the story about the night she was creating her 'new idea'.  She said that I called her to chat about the upcoming annual Christmas get-together we would be attending. And during the conversation, I randomly asked her if she ever experienced any times where she ever caught herself doing something which was just totally superfluous, and  seemingly a waste of time??  She said she could hardly contain herself, because as we were talking she was sewing eyes, lips, hair, etc. on to a Jock Strap!!!!
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This was brought on by the fact that several months earlier, at my birthday party, Rikki received a prize during a game:  a very prettily wrapped box containing a case of jock straps!!
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That's our story, and we're stickin' to it!  (And it lives on!)
LadyKatesPhotography > On the night this 'challenge' was presented, my husband and I had our grandson, Colby, for "a sleep-over"!  The next morning, I suggested we take advantage of this wonderful opportunity!

For whatever reason, God sprinkled an abundance of wildflowers in the Shell Creek area, which is 45 min. southeast of us in Atascadero.  The blues, pinks and purples have yet to show their splendor.

We had a fabulous day!  When we were almost home, Colby said "Hey, you know what?  When I grow up, I want to marry Gramma Kathy!"  After thanking him for such a wonderful compliment, he added "Yeah!  You're welcome!  I've always wanted to marry you,Gramma Kathy!"

(Was a shame that his eyes were closed, but I still liked this as the best of the bunch......a boy and his best friend!)
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I have another gallery of wildflowers at Shell Creek from last year........ HERE

Weekly Challenge:  Spring Wildflowers
LadyKatesPhotography > December 23 

 My soon-to-be daughter-in-law "Kimberli, the Bride-To-Be", at the Bridal Shower/Bachelorette party!!  She met The Mud Mamas for the first time tonight!  Not only did she do so with grace, humor and acceptance, but she fit right in!!  And, she was also received with flying colors!!

Almost needless to say, we had a great time!
Now, I really need to go get some sleep!
Blessings to all!!
LadyKatesPhotography > August 13  

HELLOOO!!!
 I've certainly experienced a wonderfully busy several weeks!!  One month ago today, I was heading out for my annual camping trip with the Ladies; a week and a half  later, I experienced the incredible opportunity of going to the Big Island of Hawaii to visit with my two sons, who are living in Hilo!!  My daughter was able to come join us, which lifted my visit to the ultimate---I was spending time with all three of my children, while together in Paradise!! 
It was a fabulous week, and I loved every minute of it....until it was time to leave!  :(

This shot was taken at Richardson's Beach, which is not too far from the airport in Hilo.  L to R:  Travis, Me, Kamryn, Evan

I did take my laptop to Hawaii, and had plans to download photos each evening,  and then post  the days favorites as DP's!  However, the internet didn't work with my computer.
 I wasn't able to spend time dealing with the camping trip photos before I began taking photos in Hawaii.....now I am feeling a touch overwhelmed! This passion (obsession!?!?) I have for taking photos has created one heck of a job --even from just these last two trips--in sorting, organizing, creating galleries, etc., etc. (I'm certain that some DP community members can relate!?!?)
I returned home yesterday, and have at least begun the process!!  And I must tell you....choosing which photos to post in my DP galleries is very difficult!!  But....that is, in fact, the worst problem I have had today!!!!


I've included two additional Hawaii photos in my Contender gallery: 
Richardson's Reflections

Yes! These flowers are real!!
LadyKatesPhotography > December 16

 My only 'photo time' today was to work with this shot from last year.

There is an additional element of excitement this Christmas......
my son, Travis and his beautiful fiancee Kimberli, are getting married on Dec. 27!!
I'm thrilled that the wedding will be in Shell Beach (Central Coast California), which is still 'local' for the rest of us!
The bride lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan (they're in MI now), and Travis lives in Hilo, Hawaii!
-----E-Harmony is a WONDERFULLY effective matchmaker!----

Suffice it to say that I'm a touch busy!!
LadyKatesPhotography > October 25 

 InOurTime.....this one is for you!

Presenting a few from the 'Cast of Characters' in our '1915 Tent City' historical reenactment.
Yes...that is me on the far left!  Our Tent City Barber, Milo, is 3rd from the left.

I did hand the camera off to someone.
The lighting was very tough for this one! But, do with what you've got going on, and at least it gets the point across.
June 15

Yesterday I said I'd save the story regarding 'the eyes' for another day!

A couple of years ago, my dear, dear friend Rikki bestowed upon me this beautifully decorated Jock Strap, as my Christmas present!!! Why? you might be thinking to yourself--or most probably asking outloud to your computer monitor--!! Because she could!

After the laughter subsided when I opened it--in front of several others--Rikki told the story about the night she was creating her 'new idea'. She said that I called her to chat about the upcoming annual Christmas get-together we would be attending. And during the conversation, I randomly asked her if she ever experienced any times where she ever caught herself doing something which was just totally superfluous, and seemingly a waste of time?? She said she could hardly contain herself, because as we were talking she was sewing eyes, lips, hair, etc. on to a Jock Strap!!!!
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This was brought on by the fact that several months earlier, at my birthday party, Rikki received a prize during a game: a very prettily wrapped box containing a case of jock straps!!
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That's our story, and we're stickin' to it! (And it lives on!)
LadyKatesPhotography > June 15

Yesterday I said I'd save the story regarding 'the eyes' for another day!

A couple of years ago, my dear, dear friend Rikki bestowed upon me this beautifully decorated Jock Strap, as my Christmas present!!!  Why?  you might be thinking to yourself--or most probably asking outloud to your computer monitor--!!  Because she could!

After the laughter subsided when I opened it--in front of several others--Rikki told the story about the night she was creating her 'new idea'.  She said that I called her to chat about the upcoming annual Christmas get-together we would be attending. And during the conversation, I randomly asked her if she ever experienced any times where she ever caught herself doing something which was just totally superfluous, and  seemingly a waste of time??  She said she could hardly contain herself, because as we were talking she was sewing eyes, lips, hair, etc. on to a Jock Strap!!!!
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This was brought on by the fact that several months earlier, at my birthday party, Rikki received a prize during a game:  a very prettily wrapped box containing a case of jock straps!!
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That's our story, and we're stickin' to it!  (And it lives on!)
June 15

Yesterday I said I'd save the story regarding 'the eyes' for another day!

A couple of years ago, my dear, dear friend Rikki bestowed upon me this beautifully decorated Jock Strap, as my Christmas present!!! Why? you might be thinking to yourself--or most probably asking outloud to your computer monitor--!! Because she could!

After the laughter subsided when I opened it--in front of several others--Rikki told the story about the night she was creating her 'new idea'. She said that I called her to chat about the upcoming annual Christmas get-together we would be attending. And during the conversation, I randomly asked her if she ever experienced any times where she ever caught herself doing something which was just totally superfluous, and seemingly a waste of time?? She said she could hardly contain herself, because as we were talking she was sewing eyes, lips, hair, etc. on to a Jock Strap!!!!
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This was brought on by the fact that several months earlier, at my birthday party, Rikki received a prize during a game: a very prettily wrapped box containing a case of jock straps!!
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That's our story, and we're stickin' to it! (And it lives on!)
See photo in gallery

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