I missed my cup of coffee this morning. My husband usually has a nice cup ready for me when I get out of bed or at least in the the thermos (due to my slow waking up). No beans means no coffee. So instead I found myself drinking a watery cup of International Delight French Vanilla instant coffee...no comparison to my husbands brew.

"But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ."

~2 Peter 3:18

So I am back from vacation and my husband made it back alive as well...These are some of my favorite photos from my cousin's wedding. It was absolutely delightful with all the umbrellas. The designs were wonderful. Chinese prints with lotus flowers, birds, in wonderful blues and reds. I would have loved to take some more shots but trying to juggle a ten month old, feed him cheerios to keep quiet, and attempt to take photos is a feat that I myself didn't think I was going to be able to handle. Sadly I realized when I got home I hadn't even got one shot of the bride and groom. How can you go to a wedding and forget to take a photo of the bride and groom? They looked so happy together. It was a blessed wedding for sure and one that made me miss my own hubby all the more. I am so glad to be home. 

I have been working like crazy to get packed for Chael and my mini vacation. It won't be exactly like a vacation because our favorite man won't be there but we will try to have as much fun as we can. As Chael and I are headed up to Oregon, Michael will be headed down to sunny California with a van full of junior and high school age kids. The yearly mission trip will ensue. I have to say I am going to miss that trip this year but I am very excited to see all my family and celebrate a wedding. Anyway all that to say because of the trip I have consequently been doing all the laundry to prepare! As I leaned over and looked up I saw my detergent with a sunburst streaming from the top. I dropped the laundry basket and grabbed the camera. I have been wanting to experiment with flares and I think this was a fun way to try. I also read this great post yesterday about light and flares that was very inspiring. So back to my packing will be back in a week. Hopefully with many more flares to share!

I was surprised this morning as I checked my morning blogs to see the latest posts, to find my photo of Chael and Cabela on Shutter Sisters' oneword project page. It was pretty shocking to see one of my photos on a real blog. It makes me want to head out and take some more pictures. In fact I think Chael and I will go exploring in the bicycle today! Doesn't that sound like fun??? I love a fresh new day when the sun is shinning, the grass is green, and the peas need picking. Enjoy your day!

Words can't describe how wonderful yesterday was...Thank you Lord for the Blessed Day!