January 8, 2012

winter pumpkins

After a stretch of snow and frigid temperatures, today felt distinctly like springtime.  And knowing that the feeling won't last, I took the opportunity to go for a long afternoon walk.  Where I encountered a sight that that made the mild day feel even warmer.



There's nothing that brings joy to a winter day like a neighbour's pumpkin banner.  Still flying proudly in January.  Although I'm not sure how the rabbits fit in.

January 1, 2012

new year's day

It's become a tradition on this day in recent years to go for a long afternoon walk with my camera.  And think about resolutions.  Or the lack thereof.




I have long since given up on the more traditional resolutions, but in past years, I have attempted some Halloween resolutions.  A collection of my haunted hopes and dreams. But sadly, these have, more often than not, turned out much the same as my long-forgotten standard resolutions.  Badly.  So this year, I have decided that my Halloween resolutions will be . . . non-existent.  No plans.  No good intentions.  No goals whatsoever.  It might be interesting to see how this turns out.   Happy 2012.