The best part of waking up is, truly, art in your cup.

Early this morning, I woke up  and made art with my sweet friend Darren who took the time (and the picture) 

I'm very much looking forward to seeing the images as I plan to use them to spruce up my stupid blog.  

Notes for the future:

1.  Always ask about the size of things.  And then ask again.  That damn funeral wreath was way smaller than expected. 

2.  If you want to shoot at sunset, check to see when it's daylight savings time.  And what time your photographer is available.  Then, make sure these 2 times jive.  Thanks to Darren for paying attention to this for me and then making an AM shoot happen.

3.  Always have at least one person on hand to be an extra hand.  Devo!  You are the sweetest balloon wrangler!

"Meaning of Life Photo
I once saw a very confused floral messenger standing on the corner.  He was holding 2 things in his hands.  And he obviously did not know which way to go.  He was looking around furiously and trying to decide what to do.  He was torn.  I really felt bad for the guy.  And then I saw what he was holding.  In one hand, he had a balloon that said:  Congratulations!  It's a boy!  Very good news indeed.  In his other hand hung a circle of flowers that said:  We're sorry for your loss.  Very grim news indeed. 

I was running somewhere and have always been sad that I did not record this moment in time.  I've always said I would do the photo myself."