I find the solitude of looking at mountains in chilly air quite refreshing. On the way to eastern washington this past weekend we visited a rest stop with a spectacular view. For the first time I saw jagged mountain peaks and stark grey, mossy trees. I could truly imagine the countless fantasy stories I've read happening here, and I'm sure that now, whenever "jagged peaks" shows up in a story, I'll think of this place. Plenty of photagraphers lined the path up here, taking snapshots of the pristine peaks, and it made me think of my photography class coming up in the fall at BCC. That day, the exact day we found this place, I had recieved a classic film camera, ready for my black-and-white photography class. Alas, I had no film. Next time we go to this place, I'll know more about photography, and will be able to take more amazing shots.
Photo: A picture I took while at this viewpoint. My camera almost died, this was the second to last picture it was able to take. Exactly why manual cameras are better!
I'm moving again. I can't seem to stay in one place very long--I don't even think I've stayed in the same school for more than 2 years. Of course, it's mostly been in the same district, that only changed once. I'm sad about leaving certain things here on Whidbey, but overall I think I'm ready to go. Something's calling me over at Bellevue Community College, and in Lynnwood where our house will be. I'm hoping our house will sell, but because of the market right now, we might have to rent it. I've met many memorable people, and most of them I won't forget. Quite a few have changed my life. Moving feels like shedding an old skin. It's definitely served me well, but it's time for a change. Many people's lives are changing right now, and that only emphasizes that this is the time to do it. Time to be more independent for me! And, to think about what it is I really like to do. Seeing these pictures I've saved on my computer makes me excited about a class I'm having this coming quarter at BCC--basic photography! Those ol' black and white photos. [My thoughts are a bit scattered, I'm afraid my post is too.]
Photo: I took this in 2005 when we had snow in December. I was surprised at how detailed this frosty picture ended up! Just looking at it gives me a break from these warm summer months, and makes me think about the cool months ahead. What will my life be like in the fall?
I find the solitude of looking at mountains in chilly air quite refreshing. On the way to eastern washington this past weekend we visited a rest stop with a spectacular view. For the first time I saw jagged mountain peaks and stark grey, mossy trees. I could truly imagine the countless fantasy stories I've read happening here, and I'm sure that now, whenever "jagged peaks" shows up in a story, I'll think of this place. Plenty of photagraphers lined the path up here, taking snapshots of the pristine peaks, and it made me think of my photography class coming up in the fall at BCC. That day, the exact day we found this place, I had recieved a classic film camera, ready for my black-and-white photography class. Alas, I had no film. Next time we go to this place, I'll know more about photography, and will be able to take more amazing shots.
