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Jun. 22nd, 2010
Rather than make one massive post, I'm spreading this one out over a few.
This month has been a case of so much to say and so little time to say it. This trip to Colorado Springs has been busy, exciting, fun, a little melancholy and certainly full of surprises. I’ve been lucky at times to post images let alone actually write. The work’s been challenging and led to long days. The off-time, I’ve filled with wanderings and viewing things in the area. By the time I’ve gotten back to the hotel room I’ve been too tired to do much more than check and answer mail, reply/comment to a few posts or chat with Tammy and a few friends then sleep.
( thoughts and plans )
This month has been a case of so much to say and so little time to say it. This trip to Colorado Springs has been busy, exciting, fun, a little melancholy and certainly full of surprises. I’ve been lucky at times to post images let alone actually write. The work’s been challenging and led to long days. The off-time, I’ve filled with wanderings and viewing things in the area. By the time I’ve gotten back to the hotel room I’ve been too tired to do much more than check and answer mail, reply/comment to a few posts or chat with Tammy and a few friends then sleep.
( thoughts and plans )
Part 2
As my time in Colorado Springs winds down, I have to say that it’s been an interesting experience. Like I said in the intro, when I’ve had time off I’ve wandered all over the local area. While Tammy was with me, we went to Pikes Peak, visited Garden of the Gods and went up to Seven Falls. We couldn’t climb all the way to the top then because of the rains that day, but we got some beautiful shots. That same day, we also drove up North Cheyenne Canyon to Helen Hunt Falls. That canyon is beautiful. In the mist that was falling, it was magical. There was hardly anyone else there and the misty rain, made the stream echo and rumble in eerie ways. We might have only been a mile from town, but we were a world away. The highlight during her stay (in my opinion) was our visit to the Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center (www.wolfeducation.org) in Divide, CO.
( Wanderings, travels and explorations )
As my time in Colorado Springs winds down, I have to say that it’s been an interesting experience. Like I said in the intro, when I’ve had time off I’ve wandered all over the local area. While Tammy was with me, we went to Pikes Peak, visited Garden of the Gods and went up to Seven Falls. We couldn’t climb all the way to the top then because of the rains that day, but we got some beautiful shots. That same day, we also drove up North Cheyenne Canyon to Helen Hunt Falls. That canyon is beautiful. In the mist that was falling, it was magical. There was hardly anyone else there and the misty rain, made the stream echo and rumble in eerie ways. We might have only been a mile from town, but we were a world away. The highlight during her stay (in my opinion) was our visit to the Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center (www.wolfeducation.org) in Divide, CO.
( Wanderings, travels and explorations )
Part 3
On Sunday, I drove up to Larkspur, CO to visit the Colorado Renaissance Faire. I’ve missed the Southern Faire in Los Angeles. This didn’t disappoint. In fact it reminded me even more of the old Northern California Renaissance Pleasure Faire when it was still outside of Novato, CA. Wide paths with plenty of tree cover, allowed for breezes to flow through made it comfortable. The entertainment was good for the most part but some acts were outstanding. I was amused by “Snot and Puke”, enjoyed the “Pirate Shantyman and Bonnie Lass” and I was very impressed by the acrobats “Barely Balanced.” One thing that amused me is that most of the performers were not strictly in “period” character through their shows. The festival must not have the hard core provisions. Most people didn’t care and deeply enjoyed the shows. Unlike the Southern Faire in LA, there weren’t a massive number of Middle Eastern stalls and vendors but there was a good improvised Raks Sharki (Belly Dance) performance that appeared on an unused stage.
While wandering the Faire, I was surprised to find well known fantasy artist Ruth Thompson there selling prints. One print stood out to me so much that I ordered a copy as a gift. I hope it will be appreciated. I picked up a few other goodies at the shops. I also was happy to see a bird of prey conservation and rescue center booth at the faire. They had a small barn owl, a hawk and a turkey vulture out being shown. Beautiful birds all.
I did get one other surprise. For years, I’ve found myself to effectively been allergic to Shea Butter. It would normally make my skin red after only a few moments of contact. The herbalist (and bath product merchant) noted their goods were with all naturally processed Shea versus the industrially processed stuff. I tried a small sample and it didn’t affect me. Since it didn’t cause me discomfort and red skin, I think I’ll be in touch with them to find suppliers for Brenna’s creations. Some stuff advertised as all natural obviously aren’t.
On Sunday, I drove up to Larkspur, CO to visit the Colorado Renaissance Faire. I’ve missed the Southern Faire in Los Angeles. This didn’t disappoint. In fact it reminded me even more of the old Northern California Renaissance Pleasure Faire when it was still outside of Novato, CA. Wide paths with plenty of tree cover, allowed for breezes to flow through made it comfortable. The entertainment was good for the most part but some acts were outstanding. I was amused by “Snot and Puke”, enjoyed the “Pirate Shantyman and Bonnie Lass” and I was very impressed by the acrobats “Barely Balanced.” One thing that amused me is that most of the performers were not strictly in “period” character through their shows. The festival must not have the hard core provisions. Most people didn’t care and deeply enjoyed the shows. Unlike the Southern Faire in LA, there weren’t a massive number of Middle Eastern stalls and vendors but there was a good improvised Raks Sharki (Belly Dance) performance that appeared on an unused stage.
While wandering the Faire, I was surprised to find well known fantasy artist Ruth Thompson there selling prints. One print stood out to me so much that I ordered a copy as a gift. I hope it will be appreciated. I picked up a few other goodies at the shops. I also was happy to see a bird of prey conservation and rescue center booth at the faire. They had a small barn owl, a hawk and a turkey vulture out being shown. Beautiful birds all.
I did get one other surprise. For years, I’ve found myself to effectively been allergic to Shea Butter. It would normally make my skin red after only a few moments of contact. The herbalist (and bath product merchant) noted their goods were with all naturally processed Shea versus the industrially processed stuff. I tried a small sample and it didn’t affect me. Since it didn’t cause me discomfort and red skin, I think I’ll be in touch with them to find suppliers for Brenna’s creations. Some stuff advertised as all natural obviously aren’t.