photos archives
Aug
21
2008
slideshow
Nifty (and long-due): Flickr now offers the ability to take a collection of photos on their site and share it elsewhere as a slideshow. (It also supports video, though the transition between photo and video is a bit jarring if…
Nifty (and long-due): Flickr now offers the ability to take a collection of photos on their site and share it elsewhere as a slideshow. (It also supports video, though the transition between photo and video is a bit jarring if…
Aug
10
2008
arlington county fair
On Saturday night, Rob and I ventured out to the Arlington County Fair. I was looking for a good excuse to take photos and people-watch in a different setting. And, perhaps more importantly, I’ve had a hankering for funnel…
On Saturday night, Rob and I ventured out to the Arlington County Fair. I was looking for a good excuse to take photos and people-watch in a different setting. And, perhaps more importantly, I’ve had a hankering for funnel…
Aug
8
2008
aimee mann and the submarines
Last weekend, Rob and I saw Aimee Mann, with opening act The Submarines, at the 9:30 Club. Mann is touring in support of her new album @#%&*! Smilers, while The Submarines’ track “You, Me and the Bourgeoisie” is, perhaps…
Last weekend, Rob and I saw Aimee Mann, with opening act The Submarines, at the 9:30 Club. Mann is touring in support of her new album @#%&*! Smilers, while The Submarines’ track “You, Me and the Bourgeoisie” is, perhaps…
Jul
11
2008
birthday on haunted hill
After taking the scenic route back from Moab, we made it back to Denver by mid-evening. Our friends the Yees were kind enough to host us during our time in Denver, and they brought us to a great sushi…
After taking the scenic route back from Moab, we made it back to Denver by mid-evening. Our friends the Yees were kind enough to host us during our time in Denver, and they brought us to a great sushi…
photo of the day: sunset at balanced rock
Because I felt like posting another dramatic Moab photo… (I can’t emphasize enough how gorgeous that place was.) Taken at Balanced Rock in Arches National Park. More Photos from Arches: June 11 | June 12…
Because I felt like posting another dramatic Moab photo… (I can’t emphasize enough how gorgeous that place was.) Taken at Balanced Rock in Arches National Park. More Photos from Arches: June 11 | June 12…
Jul
7
2008
fisher towers
(In which we resume the recap of last month’s vacation to Colorado and Utah…) After our morning hike through part of the Devil’s Garden Trail at Arches National Park, we decided to take the scenic route back to Denver. Utah…
(In which we resume the recap of last month’s vacation to Colorado and Utah…) After our morning hike through part of the Devil’s Garden Trail at Arches National Park, we decided to take the scenic route back to Denver. Utah…
Jun
18
2008
rainbow over rosslyn
After a dramatic evening thunderstorm passed over Arlington, a vivid rainbow appeared over Rosslyn. At first, the rainbow had a faint twin, which then faded out. Flickr user sssdc1 managed to capture the whole double rainbow. More Photos of…
After a dramatic evening thunderstorm passed over Arlington, a vivid rainbow appeared over Rosslyn. At first, the rainbow had a faint twin, which then faded out. Flickr user sssdc1 managed to capture the whole double rainbow. More Photos of…
dead horse point state park
On Wednesday afternoon, we ventured out to Dead Horse Point State Park, southwest of Moab, Utah. The origin of the park’s name: Before the turn of the century, mustang herds ran wild on the mesas near Dead Horse Point….
On Wednesday afternoon, we ventured out to Dead Horse Point State Park, southwest of Moab, Utah. The origin of the park’s name: Before the turn of the century, mustang herds ran wild on the mesas near Dead Horse Point….
Jun
17
2008
arches national park
For the first phase of our summer road trip, Rob and I headed out to Arches National Park in Moab, Utah, at the recommendation of Rob’s friend Morgan. It’s about a six-hour drive from Denver (without stops). The park…
For the first phase of our summer road trip, Rob and I headed out to Arches National Park in Moab, Utah, at the recommendation of Rob’s friend Morgan. It’s about a six-hour drive from Denver (without stops). The park…
colorado / utah road trip
For the past week, Rob and I have been road tripping through Colorado and Utah. Our itinerary: June 10: Arrive in Denver, Colo. Rent a car and drive to Moab, Utah, stopping off at interesting viewpoints along the way….
For the past week, Rob and I have been road tripping through Colorado and Utah. Our itinerary: June 10: Arrive in Denver, Colo. Rent a car and drive to Moab, Utah, stopping off at interesting viewpoints along the way….
Mar
26
2008
zombies -- only $7.99!
A friend ordered a (flaming!) cocktail called a zombie at Bangkok Bistro the other night. Adding this to my collection of funny receipt line-items… (Appropriately, but not at all related to the aforementioned beverage, part of the dinner conversation…
A friend ordered a (flaming!) cocktail called a zombie at Bangkok Bistro the other night. Adding this to my collection of funny receipt line-items… (Appropriately, but not at all related to the aforementioned beverage, part of the dinner conversation…
Mar
17
2008
superhero supply
The next time I go to New York, I just have to check this place out. (Photo by silvertje, found on Flickr.)…
The next time I go to New York, I just have to check this place out. (Photo by silvertje, found on Flickr.)…
Mar
4
2008
photo of the day: water scrim
In the Kogod Courtyard of the National Portrait Gallery / Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C….
In the Kogod Courtyard of the National Portrait Gallery / Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, D.C….
Feb
21
2008
photo of the day: must to call for
Spotted at 25th and K streets in D.C. This may be one of the most poorly-designed signs I’ve seen in some time. Why would you want the key instructions — "Push Button" — smaller than everything else? And what…
Spotted at 25th and K streets in D.C. This may be one of the most poorly-designed signs I’ve seen in some time. Why would you want the key instructions — "Push Button" — smaller than everything else? And what…
Feb
3
2008
photo of the day: e pluribus
Last weekend, Rob and I took a mini photo expedition over to Roosevelt Island, named in honor of former president Theodore Roosevelt. This photo is a macro view of part of a fountain’s base. More Photos from Roosevelt Island…
Last weekend, Rob and I took a mini photo expedition over to Roosevelt Island, named in honor of former president Theodore Roosevelt. This photo is a macro view of part of a fountain’s base. More Photos from Roosevelt Island…
Feb
1
2008
photo of the day: courtyard reflection
A mother and daughter reflected in a “water scrim” in the Kogod Courtyard. National Portrait Gallery, Washington, D.C. More Photos from the National Portrait Gallery »…
A mother and daughter reflected in a “water scrim” in the Kogod Courtyard. National Portrait Gallery, Washington, D.C. More Photos from the National Portrait Gallery »…
Jan
28
2008
portrait gallery
A side-benefit of going to see the Stephen Colbert portrait at the National Portrait Gallery is that I finally went to the National Portrait Gallery. The building, which also houses the Smithsonian American Art Museum, was under massive renovation…
A side-benefit of going to see the Stephen Colbert portrait at the National Portrait Gallery is that I finally went to the National Portrait Gallery. The building, which also houses the Smithsonian American Art Museum, was under massive renovation…
Jan
27
2008
flight line
When we were in Tucson last month, we met up with my brother Ryan for lunch at Mi Nidito one day. Partway through the meal, he asked, with some enthusiasm, “Do you want to see some C-130s?” How could…
When we were in Tucson last month, we met up with my brother Ryan for lunch at Mi Nidito one day. Partway through the meal, he asked, with some enthusiasm, “Do you want to see some C-130s?” How could…
Dec
29
2007
photo of the day: frisbee toss
The weather was gorgeous on Christmas Eve in Tucson: sunny and warm (but not too warm). That afternoon, Rob, Ross, Ashley and I took advantage of the lovely weather and headed out to the high school to toss around…
The weather was gorgeous on Christmas Eve in Tucson: sunny and warm (but not too warm). That afternoon, Rob, Ross, Ashley and I took advantage of the lovely weather and headed out to the high school to toss around…
Nov
26
2007
seen: don't stop
Apparently this graffiti artist was a Journey fan. Seen at Folly Island, near Charleston, S.C….
Apparently this graffiti artist was a Journey fan. Seen at Folly Island, near Charleston, S.C….
Nov
13
2007
st. mary's
I keep meaning to blog about this, and for whatever reason I keep putting it off. Anyway, one month later… Last month, Rob and I decided to embark on a 24-hour mini-escape. We left work a little early on…
I keep meaning to blog about this, and for whatever reason I keep putting it off. Anyway, one month later… Last month, Rob and I decided to embark on a 24-hour mini-escape. We left work a little early on…
Nov
2
2007
los dias de los muertos
Today marks the last day of the three-day Day of the Dead holiday. There’s so much I love about this holiday: the playful-yet-respectful attitude towards death, the brightly-colored festivities, the beautiful artwork. A few years ago I helped design…
Today marks the last day of the three-day Day of the Dead holiday. There’s so much I love about this holiday: the playful-yet-respectful attitude towards death, the brightly-colored festivities, the beautiful artwork. A few years ago I helped design…
Oct
28
2007
seen: scratch n' sniff
Unpacking my goodies from tonight’s grocery run, I just noticed that my newly-purchased package of toothpaste has a scratch-and-sniff label. Scratch-and-sniff toothpaste? Really!?! Updated 10/28, 11:08 a.m.: On a related note, I just came across a line of scratch-and-sniff…
Unpacking my goodies from tonight’s grocery run, I just noticed that my newly-purchased package of toothpaste has a scratch-and-sniff label. Scratch-and-sniff toothpaste? Really!?! Updated 10/28, 11:08 a.m.: On a related note, I just came across a line of scratch-and-sniff…
Oct
26
2007
Oct
19
2007
photo of the day: cannibal clouds
From my trip to Papago Park in Phoenix with my sister earlier this month. I’d never seen clouds quite like this before — but they remind me a lot of this Essex Green t-shirt, promoting the band’s album Cannibal…
From my trip to Papago Park in Phoenix with my sister earlier this month. I’d never seen clouds quite like this before — but they remind me a lot of this Essex Green t-shirt, promoting the band’s album Cannibal…
Oct
11
2007
photo of the day: mr. brooks
Words can’t express the utter adorableness of these little handmade felt owls by Lauren Alane. Mini Barn Owl may have some new friends one of these days. (Link found via the Flickr Blog.)…
Words can’t express the utter adorableness of these little handmade felt owls by Lauren Alane. Mini Barn Owl may have some new friends one of these days. (Link found via the Flickr Blog.)…
Oct
8
2007
Signal Hill
It only took ten months but I finally went through my photos from a mini-hike that Rob and I took with my parents to Signal Hill in Saguaro National Park West last December. We arrived just in time for…
It only took ten months but I finally went through my photos from a mini-hike that Rob and I took with my parents to Signal Hill in Saguaro National Park West last December. We arrived just in time for…
Oct
7
2007
papago park
Yesterday morning, I met up with my sister in Phoenix for a girls’ morning out, which started with a mini-hike through Papago Park to the rather literally-named Hole in the Rock. We took drinks up with us and sat…
Yesterday morning, I met up with my sister in Phoenix for a girls’ morning out, which started with a mini-hike through Papago Park to the rather literally-named Hole in the Rock. We took drinks up with us and sat…
Sep
25
2007
photo of the day: sunset on the beach
Ah, the beach… (This isn’t a new photo; just looking at my pictures from Cape Henlopen again.)…
Ah, the beach… (This isn’t a new photo; just looking at my pictures from Cape Henlopen again.)…
Sep
17
2007
the exorcist stairs
Rob works in the Car Barn, the building immediately adjacent to the stairs that played a notable role in the movie "The Exorcist." I sometimes wait at the base of the stairs when I come to pick him up from…
Rob works in the Car Barn, the building immediately adjacent to the stairs that played a notable role in the movie "The Exorcist." I sometimes wait at the base of the stairs when I come to pick him up from…
Sep
16
2007
a beach outing
For the past month or so, Rob and I had been tossing around the idea of going out to Cape Henlopen this weekend. When the appointed day (yesterday) came, though, we overslept. But we’d resolved to go to the…
For the past month or so, Rob and I had been tossing around the idea of going out to Cape Henlopen this weekend. When the appointed day (yesterday) came, though, we overslept. But we’d resolved to go to the…
Sep
2
2007
photo of the day: city reflected
One last photo from this past Monday in Chicago… This photo was taken at Crown Fountain in Millennium Park. While observing the activity at the fountain, I noticed that the skyscrapers to the north were being reflected in an…
One last photo from this past Monday in Chicago… This photo was taken at Crown Fountain in Millennium Park. While observing the activity at the fountain, I noticed that the skyscrapers to the north were being reflected in an…
Sep
1
2007
photo of the day: ferris wheel
The ferris wheel at Navy Pier, viewed from nearby Olive Park. I took this photo on Monday, during my whirlwind two-day trip to Chicago for An Event Apart. I’ve still never actually been to Navy Pier. One of these…
The ferris wheel at Navy Pier, viewed from nearby Olive Park. I took this photo on Monday, during my whirlwind two-day trip to Chicago for An Event Apart. I’ve still never actually been to Navy Pier. One of these…
Aug
29
2007
don't resize -- retarget
This demo of a new technology for resizing images is pretty interesting: (If you can’t see the video above, it’s available on YouTube.) Obviously, since the photo is being materially altered, it has no place in a news context unless…
This demo of a new technology for resizing images is pretty interesting: (If you can’t see the video above, it’s available on YouTube.) Obviously, since the photo is being materially altered, it has no place in a news context unless…
Aug
28
2007
Aug
25
2007
meta refresh
I decided it was long past time to update the banner photo and color scheme (the previous one had been up since last July!), so here’s a beachy new “theme,” taken from a photo of a seagull at Assateague…
I decided it was long past time to update the banner photo and color scheme (the previous one had been up since last July!), so here’s a beachy new “theme,” taken from a photo of a seagull at Assateague…
Aug
20
2007
photo of the day: it's a feature
There’s something genius about this visual pun, photographed by dratz on Flickr. (Thanks to Derek for the link.)…
There’s something genius about this visual pun, photographed by dratz on Flickr. (Thanks to Derek for the link.)…
Aug
7
2007
peaks of otter
On Thursday and Friday, Rob and I drove out to Peaks of Otter so he could attend a board retreat for the College Communicators Association. Peaks of Otter is a series of three peaks just off the Blue Ridge…
On Thursday and Friday, Rob and I drove out to Peaks of Otter so he could attend a board retreat for the College Communicators Association. Peaks of Otter is a series of three peaks just off the Blue Ridge…
Aug
1
2007
photo of the day: order of the phoenix
This photo was taken last month outside the Uptown Theater in D.C.’s Cleveland Park neighborhood. The movie theater, which dates back to the 1930s, has a large roof / overhang over the entrance, and there are lights arrayed in…
This photo was taken last month outside the Uptown Theater in D.C.’s Cleveland Park neighborhood. The movie theater, which dates back to the 1930s, has a large roof / overhang over the entrance, and there are lights arrayed in…
Jul
29
2007
havre de grace
As we drove home from Delaware last Sunday, Rob and I marveled at the lovely weather and mused about how best to enjoy the day (aside from just sitting in the car). Within moments, an opportunity presented itself, in…
As we drove home from Delaware last Sunday, Rob and I marveled at the lovely weather and mused about how best to enjoy the day (aside from just sitting in the car). Within moments, an opportunity presented itself, in…
Jul
24
2007
cape henlopen
On Saturday, Rob and I drove up to Delaware to meet up with Rachel and, according to our plan at least, reprise our February outing to Rehoboth Beach. The ridiculously dense beach traffic, however, prompted us to alter course,…
On Saturday, Rob and I drove up to Delaware to meet up with Rachel and, according to our plan at least, reprise our February outing to Rehoboth Beach. The ridiculously dense beach traffic, however, prompted us to alter course,…
Jul
19
2007
photo of the day: crystal pool
Another photo from Glen Echo Park … This place is a photography gold mine. The photo above is of the neon sign for the Crystal Pool, which dates back to 1931. While the other structures in the park have…
Another photo from Glen Echo Park … This place is a photography gold mine. The photo above is of the neon sign for the Crystal Pool, which dates back to 1931. While the other structures in the park have…
Jul
18
2007
photo of the day: row of lights
Because I’m still in love with Glen Echo Park, another photo… The underside of the Bumper Car Pavilion roof is lined with a neat row of lights. No longer used for bumper cars, the pavilion now hosts events and…
Because I’m still in love with Glen Echo Park, another photo… The underside of the Bumper Car Pavilion roof is lined with a neat row of lights. No longer used for bumper cars, the pavilion now hosts events and…
glen echo park
A couple weekends ago, Rob and I finally checked out Glen Echo Park, this fantastic arts / music site (and former theme park) with some awesome examples of early-to-mid-1900s architecture and signage. This is a place that’s just made…
A couple weekends ago, Rob and I finally checked out Glen Echo Park, this fantastic arts / music site (and former theme park) with some awesome examples of early-to-mid-1900s architecture and signage. This is a place that’s just made…
Jul
16
2007
seen: gigantes
Last week, Rob and I spotted a fan in the audience at the baseball All-Star Game wearing a San Francisco “Gigantes” jersey. I don’t know what the story is behind the “Gigantes” moniker, but it looks like the actual…
Last week, Rob and I spotted a fan in the audience at the baseball All-Star Game wearing a San Francisco “Gigantes” jersey. I don’t know what the story is behind the “Gigantes” moniker, but it looks like the actual…
Jul
4
2007
happy fourth of july!
Presidents Lincoln, Jefferson, Washington and Roosevelt get down with Nationals mascot Screech during the seventh inning stretch of today’s baseball game between the Washington Nationals and the Chicago Cubs. The Nationals won, 6-0. More Photos »…
Presidents Lincoln, Jefferson, Washington and Roosevelt get down with Nationals mascot Screech during the seventh inning stretch of today’s baseball game between the Washington Nationals and the Chicago Cubs. The Nationals won, 6-0. More Photos »…
Jul
3
2007
photo of the day: sandy hook
Sandy Hook Lighthouse at Fort Hancock, Gateway National Recreation Area, New Jersey More Photos »…
Sandy Hook Lighthouse at Fort Hancock, Gateway National Recreation Area, New Jersey More Photos »…
Jun
28
2007
photo of the day: architectural angels
Just north of Houston in Manhattan stands the only building in New York City designed by architect Louis Sullivan, known more for his work in Chicago and the Midwest. The Bayard-Condict Building was built between 1897 and 1899. According…
Just north of Houston in Manhattan stands the only building in New York City designed by architect Louis Sullivan, known more for his work in Chicago and the Midwest. The Bayard-Condict Building was built between 1897 and 1899. According…
Jun
11
2007
photo of the day: don't forget
A ridiculously silly reminder on the pack of baking soda air freshener I just added to my freezer….
A ridiculously silly reminder on the pack of baking soda air freshener I just added to my freezer….
May
29
2007
photo of the day: awakening
I feel a bit like this sometimes… (Photo of “The Awakening” at Hains Point by dcJohn, an awesome local photographer on Flickr.)…
I feel a bit like this sometimes… (Photo of “The Awakening” at Hains Point by dcJohn, an awesome local photographer on Flickr.)…
May
26
2007
roundabout chicago
Still catching up on a backlog of photos / blog entries here… After the “Nancerus” wedding on May 12, Rob and I had two days left to enjoy Chicago. On Sunday, we met Rob’s parents in Chinatown for a…
Still catching up on a backlog of photos / blog entries here… After the “Nancerus” wedding on May 12, Rob and I had two days left to enjoy Chicago. On Sunday, we met Rob’s parents in Chinatown for a…
May
22
2007
wedding party
(Photo above of the Indiana University contingent by Rachel Kipp.) Two weekends ago, Rob and I flew up to Chicago to attend the wedding of one of his college friends, Christin, who had gotten engaged during the weekend of…
(Photo above of the Indiana University contingent by Rachel Kipp.) Two weekends ago, Rob and I flew up to Chicago to attend the wedding of one of his college friends, Christin, who had gotten engaged during the weekend of…
photo of the day: old news
There’s a bridge from the colonial Williamsburg visitors center to the actual historic area of town. Along this bridge are plaques that signify moving backward or forward in time (depending on which direction you’re walking in). The news geek…
There’s a bridge from the colonial Williamsburg visitors center to the actual historic area of town. Along this bridge are plaques that signify moving backward or forward in time (depending on which direction you’re walking in). The news geek…
May
21
2007
colonial triangle
I keep meaning to post about the second day of our weekend trip to Virginia Beach at the end of April. That Sunday, our actual anniversary, we woke up early to catch what turned out to be a spectacular…
I keep meaning to post about the second day of our weekend trip to Virginia Beach at the end of April. That Sunday, our actual anniversary, we woke up early to catch what turned out to be a spectacular…
May
17
2007
photo of the day: hello goodbye
Rob spotted these cards side-by-side at Target last night. The juxtaposition offered some unintentional humor….
Rob spotted these cards side-by-side at Target last night. The juxtaposition offered some unintentional humor….
May
4
2007
cannibal sea
(Photo by bluetypewriter.) Back in January, Rob and I saw Camera Obscura and The Essex Green play at the 9:30 Club in D.C. At the time, I saw this awesome t-shirt and waffled about whether or not to get…
(Photo by bluetypewriter.) Back in January, Rob and I saw Camera Obscura and The Essex Green play at the 9:30 Club in D.C. At the time, I saw this awesome t-shirt and waffled about whether or not to get…
May
1
2007
eastern market
I got a few IMs early yesterday morning with some truly sad news: Rob: sad about eastern market Me: what? Rob: read dcist … or the post Rob: eastern market was gutted by fire last night Eastern Market is…
I got a few IMs early yesterday morning with some truly sad news: Rob: sad about eastern market Me: what? Rob: read dcist … or the post Rob: eastern market was gutted by fire last night Eastern Market is…
Apr
29
2007
anniversary
One year ago today — has it really been that long already? — Rob and I tied the knot. To celebrate (not to mention take a much-needed mini vacation), we drove down to Virginia Beach for the weekend. More…
One year ago today — has it really been that long already? — Rob and I tied the knot. To celebrate (not to mention take a much-needed mini vacation), we drove down to Virginia Beach for the weekend. More…
photo of the moment: sunrise over the atlantic
We set our alarms to make sure we caught the sunrise this morning at Virginia Beach, Va….
We set our alarms to make sure we caught the sunrise this morning at Virginia Beach, Va….
Apr
27
2007
metro art
This past Saturday, Rob and I took a cool tour of public art at local Metro stations, offered as part of a weekend-long event called WalkingTown DC. It was a great opportunity to check out stations I wouldn’t normally…
This past Saturday, Rob and I took a cool tour of public art at local Metro stations, offered as part of a weekend-long event called WalkingTown DC. It was a great opportunity to check out stations I wouldn’t normally…
Apr
3
2007
photo of the day: sprouts
I haven’t had a chance to go see the cherry blossoms yet, so in the meantime, I’m looking back at some of my cherry blossom photos from last year….
I haven’t had a chance to go see the cherry blossoms yet, so in the meantime, I’m looking back at some of my cherry blossom photos from last year….
Mar
19
2007
well-plated
On Friday night, Rob and I tried out the newish sushi place at Ballston Common Mall, Asahi Kaiten. I ordered the “caterpillar roll” — sushi with avocado and barbecued eel — and nearly clapped my hands with glee when…
On Friday night, Rob and I tried out the newish sushi place at Ballston Common Mall, Asahi Kaiten. I ordered the “caterpillar roll” — sushi with avocado and barbecued eel — and nearly clapped my hands with glee when…
Mar
17
2007
photo of the day: a seat at the bar
Eerily lit barstools line the back bar at Light Bar during the Yahoo! BarTab party at SXSW Interactive in Austin, Texas. My photos from the event »…
Eerily lit barstools line the back bar at Light Bar during the Yahoo! BarTab party at SXSW Interactive in Austin, Texas. My photos from the event »…
Feb
28
2007
photo of the day: planetary alignment
This photo was taken at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. I was surprised how much I liked it — much better than the National Museum of Natural History here in D.C. (Though I’m wondering…
This photo was taken at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. I was surprised how much I liked it — much better than the National Museum of Natural History here in D.C. (Though I’m wondering…
Feb
20
2007
afternoon on the mall
After our screening of Breach on Sunday, we headed into town for an afternoon on the Mall. Our first stop: the National Gallery. For whatever reason, none of the exhibits really appealed to me that day. I did, however,…
After our screening of Breach on Sunday, we headed into town for an afternoon on the Mall. Our first stop: the National Gallery. For whatever reason, none of the exhibits really appealed to me that day. I did, however,…
Feb
13
2007
photo of the day: clarendon boulevard
Arlington was pretty quiet today during the normally busy rush hour, the federal government and plenty of schools and businesses having let folks off early in anticipation of icy hazards. I love how there’s a bit of a foggy…
Arlington was pretty quiet today during the normally busy rush hour, the federal government and plenty of schools and businesses having let folks off early in anticipation of icy hazards. I love how there’s a bit of a foggy…
Feb
7
2007
photo of the day: closed for the season
Suffice to say, this week’s been just insanely busy — and it’s only Wednesday. I thought that with my recent insomnia, I’d be able to get tons of stuff done … but there seems to be no end to…
Suffice to say, this week’s been just insanely busy — and it’s only Wednesday. I thought that with my recent insomnia, I’d be able to get tons of stuff done … but there seems to be no end to…
Feb
4
2007
photo of the day: rehoboth beach
On Saturday, Rob and I met up with Rachel at Rehoboth Beach in Delaware. Being a cold winter’s day, things at the beach were pretty quiet: not much traffic, lots of boarded-up shops and (best of all) hardly anyone…
On Saturday, Rob and I met up with Rachel at Rehoboth Beach in Delaware. Being a cold winter’s day, things at the beach were pretty quiet: not much traffic, lots of boarded-up shops and (best of all) hardly anyone…
Feb
1
2007
photo of the day: toes!
This is one of my favorite pairs of socks, goofy-perfect for a cold winter’s night….
This is one of my favorite pairs of socks, goofy-perfect for a cold winter’s night….
Jan
22
2007
photo of the day: first snow
Sunday marked the first day of real snow this winter — certainly a marked changed from last weekend, when I worriedly complained about the freakishly unseasonable warmth. Small flurries were swirling when we set out for Woodbridge in the…
Sunday marked the first day of real snow this winter — certainly a marked changed from last weekend, when I worriedly complained about the freakishly unseasonable warmth. Small flurries were swirling when we set out for Woodbridge in the…
Jan
16
2007
photo of the day: arlington sunset
The sunset this evening was spectacular. (Thanks to Dari for the heads-up.)…
The sunset this evening was spectacular. (Thanks to Dari for the heads-up.)…
Jan
7
2007
one thing resolved
I’m still formulating my list of of new year’s not-resolutions. (Actually, I’ve been working on this since my last birthday, when I do my real annual “re-assessment.”) Beyond the usual “lose weight / exercise / eat better / save…
I’m still formulating my list of of new year’s not-resolutions. (Actually, I’ve been working on this since my last birthday, when I do my real annual “re-assessment.”) Beyond the usual “lose weight / exercise / eat better / save…
Jan
4
2007
kudos
Niftiness of the day: A photo that Rob took at D.C.’s Union Station on New Year’s Eve made DCist Photo of the Day today! It’s actually not my favorite photo from that outing — this one is — but…
Niftiness of the day: A photo that Rob took at D.C.’s Union Station on New Year’s Eve made DCist Photo of the Day today! It’s actually not my favorite photo from that outing — this one is — but…
Dec
30
2006
sabino canyon sunset
On Sunday, my family made its now-traditional Christmas Eve pilgrimage to Tucson’s Sabino Canyon. We took the tram up to the fourth stop (the rest of the tram route had been washed out by late-summer torrential rains), then walked…
On Sunday, my family made its now-traditional Christmas Eve pilgrimage to Tucson’s Sabino Canyon. We took the tram up to the fourth stop (the rest of the tram route had been washed out by late-summer torrential rains), then walked…
Dec
25
2006
a desert christmas
Another year, another lovely Christmas Day in the Arizona desert. Best wishes to everyone for a happy holiday season and a wonderful new year! The photo above was taken on Saturday at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, just west of…
Another year, another lovely Christmas Day in the Arizona desert. Best wishes to everyone for a happy holiday season and a wonderful new year! The photo above was taken on Saturday at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, just west of…
Dec
8
2006
holiday card
A couple weeks ago, I got a bit of a surprise in my e-mail box: Someone working for the Arlington County Board had found one of my photos on Flickr and wanted to use it on the board’s official…
A couple weeks ago, I got a bit of a surprise in my e-mail box: Someone working for the Arlington County Board had found one of my photos on Flickr and wanted to use it on the board’s official…
Dec
1
2006
photo of the day: reflections
Here’s another photo from our trip to Poinsett State Park last weekend. Here, the trees and sky are reflected in Old Levi Mill Lake. More Photos » Rob has posted his photos as well….
Here’s another photo from our trip to Poinsett State Park last weekend. Here, the trees and sky are reflected in Old Levi Mill Lake. More Photos » Rob has posted his photos as well….
Nov
26
2006
poinsett state park
Friday was such a gorgeous day that Rob and I drove out to Poinsett State Park for an afternoon hike, with a stopover at Nana and Poppy’s on the way. My mom, Aunt Lulu and Uncle Paul all had…
Friday was such a gorgeous day that Rob and I drove out to Poinsett State Park for an afternoon hike, with a stopover at Nana and Poppy’s on the way. My mom, Aunt Lulu and Uncle Paul all had…
Nov
22
2006
a game of rehabilitation
A new post.com photo gallery spotlights Oak Hill Youth Center, a D.C. juvenile detention facility that uses its football program as part of its new effort to emphasize rehabilitation.
A new post.com photo gallery spotlights Oak Hill Youth Center, a D.C. juvenile detention facility that uses its football program as part of its new effort to emphasize rehabilitation.
Nov
20
2006
photo of the day: trees in water
This photo was taken last Thanksgiving weekend at Swan Lake in Sumter, S.C. I love how the trees just rise up through the water. Rob and I will be heading out that way again on Thursday for the holiday…
This photo was taken last Thanksgiving weekend at Swan Lake in Sumter, S.C. I love how the trees just rise up through the water. Rob and I will be heading out that way again on Thursday for the holiday…
Nov
19
2006
photo of the day: love mark
A heart is carved into a tree along the Mount Vernon Trail. This photo was taken in October 2003, off the bike trail somewhere just north of Mount Vernon. More Photos »…
A heart is carved into a tree along the Mount Vernon Trail. This photo was taken in October 2003, off the bike trail somewhere just north of Mount Vernon. More Photos »…
Nov
15
2006
photo of the day: leaves
I took this photo of fallen leaves a while back at Catoctin Mountain Park in Thurmont, Md
I took this photo of fallen leaves a while back at Catoctin Mountain Park in Thurmont, Md