Y’all, the man on the left hand side of the photo looks like Bernie Sanders. He’s floating down the Potomac just like his dreams of becoming president. . . Presets are great when you know the look you’re wanting and you know you have a preset already that can get you there without having toContinue reading “Bernie in a Boat”
Category Archives: Around DC
Leisurely Float down the Potomac
Riverbend Park is a small area north of Great Falls Park in Northern Virginia. If it’s ever too crowded at Great Falls, head up to Riverbend! I started out by making the original more dynamic by increasing the usual sliders: contrast, clarity, vibrance (just a tad). But I wanted to add some character to theContinue reading “Leisurely Float down the Potomac”
We Will Never Forget
“Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” There is an evil and a hatred out there that, as individuals, we can only conquer with love and prayer. Governments, however, are called to a different purpose, and their job is to protect and defend. So, while I personally will pray for those who persecute us, I’m hoping that our government willContinue reading “We Will Never Forget”
Strike!
The Nats’ baseball stadium is one of the best out there. Says she who has visited maybe five stadiums. I’m a little biased. It’s got great views, amazing food choices, and the giant-headed presidents. What’s your favorite stadium? At first I cloned out the smoke stacks and then realized I didn’t like all that space.Continue reading “Strike!”
Herbs and potions
There might not be potions in the jars, but I bet if you mixed a couple you’d have something pretty powerful. These jars line the apothecary in Alexandria, VA I showed you the other day. The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Shop: I straightened up the original. I warmed the picture, decreased the contrast and increased the clarityContinue reading “Herbs and potions”
Patriot
A Capitol Fourth is always very crowded. Tip: go to the dress rehearsal the night before. Exact same show, somewhat manageable crowds. In 2015, it rained and all I had to capture images was my iPhone. I was so happy to catch the following: The original was all in color but I wanted to focusContinue reading “Patriot”
Not So SAHM 