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I thought I’d share a little (more) barn love today and add a pop of early fall color to your Friday. I love the wonky lines in this photo–nothing is perfectly straight and yet it all works together to show some character. And check out that birdhouse…it’s like its own mini-barn! Happy Friday!
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Sometimes you just have to get out of the neighborhood. Since today was the MOST beautiful day ever–that perfect mix of crisp air (goodbye humidity) and balmy sunshine–my stir craziness led us to the subway and under the river to Brooklyn. It’s one of the best things about living in NYC–you can pop down some subway stairs and end up in an entirely different spot to explore (for only $2.25!). My daughter and I emerged from the subway near the continually evolving Brooklyn Bridge Park. A self proclaimed “world-class waterfront park with rolling hills, river front promenades, lush gardens, and spectacular city views,” it is being developed in phases, and has made a lot of progress since our visit a year ago. Our day included a riverside stroll with stunning views of downtown Manhattan, Ellis Island, and the Statue of Liberty, as well as testing out the new playground, grabbing lunch at the Buzzito bar, and waving up a storm at the arriving and departing ferry boats. And no visit is complete without a stop into the delicious and adorable Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory. As a bonus, all of this wonderfulness is in the shadow of the beautiful and iconic Brooklyn Bridge. On our way back to the subway, we spotted this cute bike that made me smile. Here are some iPhone snaps. Happy Monday!.jpg "SarahGreigPhotography_NewYork__264")
I love pathways, especially the way they can lead your eye into the frame and add a bit of symbolism or mystery to an image. I shot this during a Southern Hemisphere summer sunset (January in our books) on an adventure-filled trip with my hubby to Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia, Chile. Known for its rushing glacial rivers, picturesque turquoise lakes, and soaring granite peaks, it’s one of those places where you feel like you are living in a postcard. The park is a definite must for anyone’s travel bucket list. Here’s to finding a meandering path to explore this weekend…Happy Friday!
Sometimes my daughter wakes up at 5:45am. This happened every morning of Labor Day weekend while we were visiting my in-laws on Nantucket. Joy! But rather than be bummed about it (I am SO not a morning person), one morning while still in my pjs, I threw her in the car, grabbed a macro lens, and set off in search of a quiet morning walk. We found ourselves in quaint Siasconset–my old summer stomping ground–which was bathed in amazing early morning Eastern light. We wandered up empty seashell lanes filled with historic cottages and gorgeous flowers. My plan to take photos was foiled when my daughter insisted on being carried the whole time, but I did manage a few shots by using just one hand!
Getting up early has never been my thing, but quiet moments like that can make it worthwhile. Set your alarm and rise with the birds…you might be surprised at how differently the world feels at that hour.
I’m impressed you got those one-handed!
Nice super-mommy multi-tasking!
Labor Day “celebrates the economic and social contributions of workers.” In other words, take a little time to yourself. Maybe these images aren’t really Fine Art caliber, but if they could talk, they’d say “I hope the only laboring you do this weekend involves drinking a frosty beverage at sunset, raising your fishing pole, or exploring off the beaten path.” Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend!
Top left: Fishing off Coatue, Nantucket, MA Top right: Inlet, Chatham, MA Bottom: Great Point Road, Nantucket, MA
Sounds like the perfect day! So glad you had fun!