We just moved. Not a move in the same city or even in the same state, but two states away. I am sitting in a Starbucks looking out at an incredibly clear and blue sky. In the distance I can see Mount Rainier in its snow covered glory. It’s pretty breath taking. New landscapes generally are.
I am a desert kid at heart, so my skin isn’t quite sure what to do with all this moisture in the air and it sure does seem like it takes a lot longer for my tea water to boil here at sea level. I took the kids to the beach today and we looked for sea glass and tossed rocks into the water.
I am sharing some of the only photos I have taken in the past few days — all mobile. Not because I haven’t wanted to get my dslr or film cameras out, but because our computer and scanner are packed and our internet doesn’t get connected until tomorrow morning. But because the phone has been the easiest way for me to capture the changes in landscape and scenery as we move through the new spaces. The kids have also been snagging my phone the past couple of days and taking pictures. I like seeing how they are interpreting their new surroundings.
Part of moving is going with the flow. Until things get unpacked a bit more I will feel antsy about not editing photos and playing with my paints. It’s times like this when I realize how much I depend on my creativity to sooth my soul. Until things get settled and I know more than two people in this town I will have to go with the flow of being anonymous, and that is a little scary and a bit exciting too! I am hoping that my camera works its magic and leads me to good people like it did in Nevada (I miss you photografriends!). I just have to trust the process and not get too overwhelmed with it all as I find my way.
Movings can be very exciting! Good luck to your new phase!
Thank you!
It really is an eye opener when we CAN’T create due to one reason or another 🙂 You will be unpacked and back to a routine before you know it, though. How exciting to have moved to such a gorgeous place!
Yes, it’s slowly unfolding and I know the creative bug will be given a good home soon!
I was so overwhelmed and antsy to shoot here since there is so much but you will get to it all in good and due time 😉
Can’t wait to explore with you! I am so glad you live here too.
I have no doubt you will find fabulous people Vanessa. They will be drawn like a moth to the flame!
You are way too kind!
I hope you feel settled soon. I know great people will flock to you. xx
Little by little!
Hope I see ya when you travel this way.
I am so excited for you and your family! What an adventure!
Adventure indeed!
Thank you
Washington looks good on you. You will love it here.
Looking forward to a meet up! Got your message, sounds great.
Such a grand adventure. You have a kind, generous nature that can’t help but attract the same. 🙂
Hugs my friend!
we are welcoming you with open arms. our PNW 52 mtg has been changed to april. i’ll send you all the info. we’d love to have you!
Looking forward to it!!!
Cheers to new adventures, photo projects, and a gorgeous place to call home! Soak it in, you’ll be in full swing in no time.
I know we are not supposed to envy, but I can’t help but think how neat this new change is for you. I have a love for the pacific northwest and well, I will just take pleasure in watching your life unfold from afar. The scenery is so gorgeous and I’m excited for your new adventure.
Much love
your friend
Tracie
Thinking of you all.
10 days ago I decided to move across the country. I have not been able to take one photography since. All I can think about it going home and packing up. I am going to trust that I can take another photo. I currently live on Camano Island, and I am leaving for Florida. If I stay I will be your friend.