Tuesday, August 28, 2007

another reason to look forward to fall

Ever since finishing school in 2004, Fall has become my favorite season. No classes to worry about, no moving into dorm rooms (although I got to live in a house in grad school), and little change in my day to day life. And DC summers are hot. Really, really hot. In mid-August, when I can't walk the block from my office to the metro without breaking a sweat, I crave the fall with the pleasant days and the cool nights, sleeping with the windows open and a comfortable walk to the metro. So my plan for this coming fall is to start jogging at lunch time. My office is only a few blocks from Rock Creek Park and my current plan is to explore the Capital Crescent Trail, well at least that part of it that is within a few miles of my office.

On an aside, S and I saw The Bourne Ultimatum this past weekend (perfect hot weather activity) and it is as good as the first two....

Tuesday, August 14, 2007

an artist in the family

To follow my sister's example, thought I'd give a quick shout out to my cousin, Katie. She is a New England/New York based photographer. Her stuff is both dramatic and provocative - still lifes that capture the essence of reality.

check her out:

Kathryn Parker Almanas

Thursday, August 2, 2007

New Music

... well at least it is new to me.
two groups I have recently been introduced to. check them out.
Bright Eyes
Peter Bjorn & John