Mental Vacation

I don't know if, for me, there is any way better to relax than with the sand between my toes. Growing up as a kid my family took a yearly trip to Florida where there was usually no agenda and lots of beach time. As an adult, I miss having a whole week to just hang out by the water, eat seafood, and read. This summer has been non-stop, full-tilt, busy-to-the-max. But it did start off with some beach time.

These are a couple of out takes from my trip earlier this year to St. Thomas for work. Don't worry: we were able to squeeze in some margaritas between work. From Trunk Bay to Maegens Bay it was like being in Florida all over again, only with prettier water and more Rum. So from here at my desk I'm taking a little mental break and pretending I'm by the water again. If only for a couple minutes before heading back to my to-do list. You should too.

Stop - St. Thomas Time

More from the St. Thomas outtakes file. I just loved these colors.

good morning montana

After quite a crazy night last night, this is what Montana gave me this morning. Love it.

dreamy montana summer

How can you say no to a yellow field in bloom? I can't. I'm glad Katelynn couldn't either.

you are spring to me, all things to me

Spring has finally, fully reached Montana. Every year, just when I think I can't quite take anymore, Winter finally eases off and let's Spring in. And I am always ridiculously thrilled. Farmers markets are open, grass needs mowing, and the Flathead Lake cherry trees are blooming.

If you've never had a Flathead cherry you are truly missing out. They are so delicious and such a simple Montana Summer treat. Last year, my friend and I bought a giant sack of them and ate them on a drive home from Missoula. I'm surprised anything but pits made it back with us at all.

So here's to Spring -- I know most of the rest of the country has already enjoyed it and is moving on to Summer....but sometimes the best things take a little longer in Montana.

the circus comes to town

The circus came to town yesterday and these were a few of my favorite shots. I've never actually seen a circus under an old tent that is full of holes and looks like something out of a movie. This one was everything from wild colors, to elephant rides, to trapeze work, to a lion tamer. Makes you kind of want to run away with the circus.