Swim, Swim, Swim...

A few weeks ago I flew from Minnesota and my friend Kay flew from Maryland and we met in Vermont to participate in an event called the "Kingdom Swim".  Kay swam 6 miles in a gigantic glacial lake called "Lake Memphremagog" that is on the border of Vermont and Canada.  I kayaked next to her and guided her around the bouys and made sure she was safe and also gave her food and water as needed.  It was a great trip with many adventures along the way.  Here is my favorite picture of Kay during the swim.  This is at about Mile 4.  The water was rough and our spirits were high!

Luna Moth

I have waited years to see one of these Luna moths in person.  I have seen pictures in books and thought that this particular moth looked so beautiful.  Then this weekend my niece casually says to me, "We have this really cool moth that has been by our deck for a few days."  Well needless to say when I saw the moth I ran back to my car to get my camera.  It was even more beautiful in person than in the books.

Chasing the Dragonfly

I followed this little critter all around the yard yesterday.  I hope the neighbors weren't watching.  This shot was from when he landed in the pool and was sitting on top of the water.  I live for simple moments like this.

Chick and Mom

Here is another of my favorite baby chick shots with the proud mommy...

Daycare Duck

The duck that made a nest under a window at the preschool I work at had baby chicks hatch yesterday (Thursday May 26th)... I took tons of pics of course... this one is my favorite.  It just says it all!

Really looking forward to the new canoeing season!

What adventures will await us paddlers this season?

New Tattoo

After months of deep thought and lots and lots of ideas going through my head, I committed to this design and had it tattooed on my back shoulder last Friday.  It began with a design I liked and I had my tattoo artist customize it to my specifications.  Look closely and you will see a "canoe" integrated into the design. I couldn't be happier with outcome.  Seriously, I look in the mirror and just smile.  The actual tattoo artwork was done by Awen at "Art With A Point" in the Calhoun Art Building in Minneapolis.  He is truly an artist with a point!  And for me... well it is the perfect tattoo for a Minnesota Paddletramp!