Day 238: Charlotte’s Web

On August 27, 2011June 20, 2012 By LindyIn nature, photography1 Comment

I absolutely despise spiders, so it took everything I had to climb up on a step stool and get in close enough to take this photo (even with a 200 mm zoom lens). Anyone know what kind of spider this is?

A large, ugly spider waits near a light for its dinner.

Day 237: One In Eight.

On August 26, 2011June 20, 2012 By LindyIn charity, photography

Did you know one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime? And one in three women, and one in two men will be diagnosed with some type of cancer. Yesterday morning was the 3rd annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer kick-off breakfast in Kansas City. The American Cancer Society holds a huge breakfast for all of those interested in forming a team for the 5k Strides walk in October. If you’re passionate about breast cancer, you can get involved in this walk in Kansas City or in many other cities across the U.S. makingstrideskansascity.org.

A breast cancer survivor holds a pink rose at the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer kick-off breakfast at Arrowhead Stadium.

Day 236: Going Nowhere

On August 25, 2011June 20, 2012 By LindyIn architecture, photography

I pass this door every day from the parking lot to my office building. It is suspended one story up, so obviously it cannot be accessed from the outside. I have no idea why it was built that way.

Day 235: Light Trails

On August 24, 2011June 20, 2012 By LindyIn night photography, photography, street photography3 Comments

I have been meaning to experiment with light trail photos for quite a while, and since there was nothing going on last night and it’s getting darker earlier, it was the perfect opportunity. This is an 8 second exposure of cars passing by. Whaddya think?

You can see the light trails from cars’ tail lights as they pass by in North Kansas City.

Day 234: Growth Spurt

On August 23, 2011 By LindyIn photography

It’s hard to believe I’ve already had my turtles for six years. When I got them, they were the size of a quarter. Ever since then they’ve been growing … and growing … and growing. If you look at the details in Michelangelo’s shell, you can see how it grows. In fact, he has just started shedding his shell. Yet again. Some day we’ll have to build a pond in our backyard for them.

My red-eared slider turtle, Michelangelo's shell.

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!