Finally a summer day!

First off - I can't believe we've had two days in a row of warm, sunny weather. I forgot how good a nice sunny day feels, mmm..

Well, as July winds up ( I seriously can't believe its over already...) I can't help but start to get a bit excited. The countdown begins. 30 days till a new place, a new experience, a new Kate. I've never lived on my own before...I'm a little nervous, and worried about being lonely...but honestly, I think I'll be too busy during school for it to effect me THAT much. Plus I know good friends will always be around, and family of course.

It's been a great summer so far. I remember last year the last week in August everybody was saying "man, I didn't even enjoy this summer and its over already" so I vowed from then on to make the best of this summer. And enjoy it so far, I have. So many outings to farms, markets, different towns, festivals, fishing galore, hiking, photography outings, so much time with friends and family, and quite a few trips to the beach. Despite the dull, dreary weather I think I'm pretty satisfied with summer so far.

Off to Ribfest I go! Mmmm. The last festival of the season I believe.

New beginnings

Years ago I had an online journal and I loved it, just to vent, and have friends occassionally check in to see what was new and see what cards life dealt me that day. I took a long break from it, probably about four years due to lack of interest, but I'm back and better than ever. I've been re-ignited with a passion I haven't felt in years... I missed writing, and photography, and the simpler things in life like fresh-from-the-farm produce, and hikes on breezy summer days. For the past few years I've been caught up in deadlines and relationships that although maybe emotionally draining, made me grow up and realize things about myself I had never noticed before.

So here I am, back in action. And excited for what the rest of this year will bring my way. Many big changes to come, and they'll all be documented in this little blog.

Love,
Kate