Geese Girl

 Flannel: Woolrich, Top: Family Dollar, Jeans: Lee Curvy Skinny, Shoes: Minnetonka Moccasins 
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I was setting up to take these photos a little further down the road when a car pulled up behind me. I immediately thought "oh crap, what have I done now?".  Is the owner of this abandoned factory going to tell me to get the heck off of his property? Am I getting ready to be abducted? They don't realize I have the personality of Spongebob and would quickly change their mind after 10 minutes with me. Well it was none of that. It was actually a very kind gentleman that told me there were about 100 Canadian geese at the lake just a few minutes down the road and it might make for some good photos. I thought that sounded like a good idea and I packed up and headed to the lake. Best decision I made all day (I don't make very many decisions). The lake was perfect for photos.

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Warm Fuzzies Girl

Outfit Details: Flannel: Woolrich, Leggings: Family Dollar, Scarf: old??, Socks: Amazon, Shoes: LL Bean boots
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I wanted to share a few more photos from the time I spent at my friend's lake house a few weeks back. Wow. Looking at these photos makes me want to go back so badly! I think these are some of my most favorite photos in a long while. I take my photos all by my lonesome with the help of a tripod and a remote. So for the photos to turn out as good as they did here - lighting, angles, time of day, etc - makes me happy. It is a hard thing to get right. It is a rare occurrence around here! Basically...just dumb luck. Really and truly the main reason they are so good is the gosh darn awesome setting. I would've liked to have the lake in the background but the lighting wasn't working when I tried to shoot that way. Only a professional photographer could've made that magic work! Maybe one day...

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At the Lake Girl

Vest: Northface, Top: hand me down from the best cousin ever, Jeans: Thrifted Eddie Bauer, Shoes: L.L. Bean gum shoes

About a week ago I was more than blessed to be able to stay at my friend's lake house for a few days. It was so peaceful and so quiet. I loved sitting on her back deck, sipping my morning coffee and watching the lake. It was the ultimate in relaxation. How did this come about you say? Well, I had planned to be on a beach trip with a friend but that fell through. So instead of canceling all of my out of town childcare I embraced the free time and went by myself to the lake. What?! I know. I thought I could enjoy the solitude and gather myself and my thoughts before the holiday season stress sets in. I've not been able to have several days in a row to myself in, well, I can't remember the last time. I am a purebred introvert and love my alone time. Don't get me wrong, I love my son and my husband and my whole family for that matter. My son was super excited to get to spend some extra days with his dad. I do crave friendships and I truly enjoy being around the people I love. But once in a blue moon I enjoy not having to answer anyone's questions, only worry about fixing my meal and go to bed and get up whenever my heart desires. It's a nice break from reality. I want to go back to the lake in the summer with the fam. My son would love playing in the water. I want to go back with the hubs too and snuggle up on the sofa, drink coffee and read books. Maybe it would be snowing. Yeah. Wake up! Back to reality!

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Lake Girl

Dress: Thrifted Old Navy, Sandals & Hat: Target

A refreshing break at the lake was exactly what I needed. 

Duck Duck Goose Girl

Top: Target, Skirt: Eddie Bauer, Hat: Target, Scarf: Vintage, Sandals: Target

Wooo weee it's hot this week! I have been going out for lunch and spending each day outside. It's refreshing. Even if I do stick to the seat until the air starts circulating in the car. And then my seat belt brands my arm. Ouch. But it was nice in the shade down by the lake.

 

Super Casual Girl

Jeans: Family Dollar, Suzuki Tee Shirt: Gift, Pink Tank Top: ?, Tennies: Converse

  Jeans and a tee shirt - sometimes you just gotta do it. My son and I took a few minutes to relax down at the lake. It was such a beautiful day. I hate to let those days go by without trying to soak up some sun. We played in the park, played near the lake and then I watched him play with some other kiddos while I got to play with the camera. All good! Why the Suzuki tee shirt? Brian and I love to go on road trips on the Suzuki. A tee shirt, converse and jeans are the perfect outfit to wear on the ride.

 

Lake Girl

Skirt: Thrifted, Tee: Kmart, Flats: Baretraps, Hairflower: DIY

We have a sweet little park really close to the house. It's a great place to walk, play or chow on a picnic. I wish I could get there more often. I think I will because the weather is getting more tolerable. Usually, when I get off from work it is still in the 80s. If I was REALLY dedicated, I would get up early and drive down - take a walk and come back and get ready for work. But, let's face it. That ain't gonna happen folks. I enjoy sleeping. Sleeping and eating tie for #1 of my most favorite things to do!