Oh Boy

The convention is over.  It was one of the most stressful, exciting, exhausting experiences of my life. Quite the learning experience.

Goodness what dramatic statements...

I'm sure I will update with DNC photos/stories in the future.  Until then, here is a completely random photo I found when I was going through everything I shot this past week.  It's a really big spider on its web between Denver street lamps.

Arrival

After two long days, we are here.  Tired, stressed, and with feelings of altitude sickness I am ever so glad to be out of the car.

Journalism Junior Jacob Carpenter rests  on "Big Red" after arriving at Renaissance Suites and unloading the car Sunday afternoon in Broomfield, Colorado.

(Have no fear Robert, we did not leave any of this gear unattended and I have been taking plenty of photos for the banquet)

Winos

Went to two very unique weddings this past weekend. The first was a traditional Hasidic Jewish wedding. My sister knew the bride from Israel. Men and women sat on separate sides during the ceremony and the dance floor was divided similarly. I was instructed not to "touch men," a simple handshake or bumping into someone of the opposite sex would be considered rude. Photographing the event was tricky too. I was constantly aware of myself as a female and cautious not to draw any attention to myself as a photographer. The second wedding was more personable. One of my house mates, Jake got certified online to marry his high school friends. Friends from Bower attended the reception which included mostly raw/vegan food and an untraditional ceremony. We hung out at the lake all day and then camped at the couple's new home.

Photo shoot ADD

Three things that distract while on assignments

Reflections

Shooting silhouettes with pretty sky

Children

Car Wash

A photo from my feature on Monday at Bailey Community Center.

I shot through a car window and got the reflection of Bailey on the windshield and window.

For the love of bikes

In honor of my new bike and the return of the Raleigh to an incoming Cole 

Another Old Birthday

It was Sam's 20th Birthday a couple weeks ago.  We made Mexican food for the occasion.  Also watched Princess Bride, danced, sang, and were very merry.  So pretty much, the usual summer festivities.

I have the coolest friends...

Dairy Adventure

Took photos at the Great Dairy Adventure which as advertised included "free fun for kids all ages."

It was overwhelming - so many people and activities.  I decided to take photos of people just hanging out with their cows away from the large swarms of kids.  This photo didn't make it into the paper but I really liked it the girl's expression.

Animal science senior Ashley Messing holds one of her jersey cows Wednesday afternoon at the Great Dairy Adventure held at the MSU Pavilion.