Day 231-233: Busy, As Usual

On August 22, 2011 By LindyIn photography2 Comments

This is the only weekend out of seven weekends in a row that we actually stayed in town the entire time. You would think we’d want to relax, right? Well … not exactly. We always manage to find something to fill the time.

We passed these stools on an evening walk in Westport after dinner at Jerusalem Cafe. (Highly recommended!)

This little girl was part of the Parade of Nations during the Ethnic Enrichment Festival in KC. We had a lot of fun trying foods from different nations.

One of my best friends from high school is getting married next weekend in Portland, Oregon. I won't be able to attend the wedding, but luckily they had a small reception in Kansas City on Sunday.

Day 230: A Sign From Above

On August 19, 2011 By LindyIn photography1 Comment

I work for the American Cancer Society; my aunt passed away from pancreatic cancer last year. Even though pancreatic cancer is rare, I’ve met so many people affected by it since she was diagnosed. So naturally, I’m passionate about the cause. Yesterday when I was grocery shopping, I saw this hydraulic lift (or whatever it is) in the Hy-Vee parking lot. Not only does it promote cancer research, it’s pancreatic cancer research. Even better, it was named “Duke” on front side (not pictured). Our Relay For Life team is named Dukes of Hazzard, after my aunt’s abbreviated last name. A coincidence? Or is Someone trying to tell me something?

I'm so glad to see others in my community are passionate about pancreatic cancer too.

Day 229: Hot August Nites

On August 18, 2011 By LindyIn photography1 Comment

This summer, Platte Woods United Methodist hosted “Hot August Nites” – three Wednesday evening jazz concerts with free ice cream. The Beach Nuts, featuring the famous Walter Bryant, entertained us last night. They were both nutty and talented. 🙂

The drummer from Beach Nuts jams during Hot August Nites.

Day 228: Snack Time!

On August 17, 2011 By LindyIn photography

Our cat, Esme, hurt her paw a couple of days ago. We aren’t sure what happened, but she’s been limping and favoring her right paw. I’m taking her to the vet tomorrow to figure out what’s wrong. In the meantime, I can’t help but spoil her. Yogurt is her favorite treat!

Esme tries to finish off a container of yogurt, but it's a tight squeeze!

Day 227: The Passerby

On August 16, 2011June 20, 2012 By LindyIn photography, street photography

An unfortunate man walks through a rain storm with no umbrella yesterday afternoon.

Days 224-226: Joplin Tornado Cleanup

On August 15, 2011June 20, 2012 By LindyIn charity, nature, photography2 Comments

This weekend Jerod and I went on a mission trip to Joplin, Mo. to help with tornado cleanup. I hope these photos give you a glimpse of what a tornado can do. I have seen so many tornado destruction pictures in my lifetime, but none of them prepared me for how it looked in person. I know these photos don’t even begin to show the trauma these people went through. Yet talking to the Joplin residents, it’s amazing to see how resilient and grateful they all are. The rest of my photos are posted on facebook.

One of our pastors and his sleepy son saw us off Friday afternoon as we traveled to Joplin, Mo.

We cleaned up a family’s yard, even though rubble still surround it from all sides.

These flowers, growing amidst all the destruction, prove that life continues after tragedy.

The moon rises behind the Joplin high school, which is still in chaos. The kids will go to school in the mall and several other locations this year.

Our fellow helpers worked hard on painting the ceiling, as you can see.

Day 223: Life’s Like a Box of Chocolates

On August 12, 2011 By LindyIn photography

When I got to work yesterday morning, I found this box of chocolates waiting for me at my door. So what if it was accompanied by a long list of edits to the 30-page program I’m working on with the coworker? Whether it was a bribe or not, the chocolate was definitely appreciated later in the day.

A box of Sweet Granada Chocolates (from Emporia, Kansas) from a coworker.

Day 222: A perfect morning

On August 11, 2011 By LindyIn photography

As far as weather goes, yesterday couldn’t have been any more perfect. It started off with a gorgeous sunrise, followed by a sunny day in the low 80s. That’s what I call perfection!

The sun begins to rise beyond the clouds, creating a beautiful morning hue.

Day 221: Storm Damage

On August 10, 2011 By LindyIn photography

Here in the Midwest, we’re finally getting some relief from about a month of 90-100+ degree temps. With the lower temperatures, naturally, comes storms. Unfortunately damage was done to some homes in the area, but our apartment complex didn’t suffer any damage besides this fallen tree.

One of many fallen trees after damaging storms blew through Kansas City Sunday afternoon.

Day 220: Little Hands of Hope

On August 9, 2011June 20, 2012 By LindyIn charity, photography1 Comment

Yesterday I helped out with a photography project for the upcoming Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event in Kansas City. One of my coworkers brought her adorable daughters to work for a mini photo shoot. I pray that my job at the American Cancer Society will eventually lead us to a world where these girls will never have to worry about cancer.