February Roses

Can you say slump???? Wow! I've had a major photography slump the past few days. Until today, it had been nearly a week since I even touched my camera. I'm still not feeling that motivated today, but thought I should force myself to get in gear and take some shots of something. I've really been feeling down about my photography abilities lately. I feel so mediocre.:( Sorry to be a downer about that. I'd appreciate any advice from my photog friends on how to get back in the groove again!

But...... I also have some ultra-exciting news to share! My husband and I celebrated our 20th anniversary yesterday! I can't believe how quickly the years have flown by. Here we are... four children, numerous cars, four apartments, one condo, three houses, four cities, one cockatiel, a handful of short-lived goldfish, several California vacations, gallons (well, maybe not gallons, but lots of) children's Motrin, too many diapers to count, tons of laughs and more love than I can fathom.... later. It's been quite a ride! I look forward to the next 20...and the next...etc.!

Let me just tell you a little about my wonderful husband. I've never met anyone who is more hard-working, honest and full of integrity. He's sensitive, kind and my best friend. I am truly blessed.

My shots today are of a rose from the dozen I received for our anniversary yesterday. I took it outside and put it on the snow-covered patio table. The first shot is with some tweaks in RAW, and on the second I ran Jess' Acid Wash action.

Thanks for looking!