Blue Cross

This is a section of a cross my parents gave me from Arizona. It a has a very cool, southwestern design on it and nice light blue color. This cross was broken in my move to Holland, I was pretty bummed (upset) about that. Still though it carries a powerful symbolism with it. I think more can be done through brokenness than through any other means.

The Lantern

Outside of the window in front of my desk is a lantern, It is a little rusted as you can tell, and is really cool looking. I can't wait to have some warms nights with the lantern lit. You are all welcome to join me of course. I also enjoy the detail on the rope, I like the rustic feel it gives.

Lights

Sorry, my camera battery died yesterday, so I couldn't take a photo, but I will make up for it. Here is a shot of a little light in my room. Its cool, its from a lamp made up of about 30 little lights. From IKEA I believe. Anyway, its amazing how much light these little lights give off. Really cool, erg leuk.

Rain Drops

The weather here is starting to feel more like spring, yes its still cold, but the weather is moving through faster like normal. My walk is back to, sun, rain, sun, clouds, sun, rain, rain, rain. Today I thought I would shoot some rain drops that are ever so common in Holland. I love'em, rain drops are so cool, I wish I could get a closer shot, but I have to save up for a new lens for that one. Enjoy.

Electric Storm

This is a picture of a painting in my flat. It reminded me of the song Electric storm by U2, here is a sample of the lyrics:

Let's see colours that have never been seen
Let's go to places no one else has been

You're in my mind all of the time
I know that's not enough
Well if the sky can crack, there must be some way back
To love and only love

I like the idea of discovery, new places, new things, but also knowing that that is not what life is about, its fun, but its not an end in itself. There must be more.

Dunes

I was thinking about what to take a picture of today, because my day got away from me and I worked longer than I had hoped...surprise and then it was time to think about bed, but I had not taken my picture yet. So, I decided to take a picture of some sand dunes. Pretty cool. I hope you like it.

Even in the dead of winter

I was biking to Scheveningen today, yes it was freezing, but I had to get out of the house and get a little exercise. I got all bundled up and headed up to the beach...in the middle of winter, yes, I see the problem with this whole idea, but hey, you only live once...right. Ok, as I was biking up to the beach I came across this little house on the side of the bike path, it looked quaint and quiet a perfect little house for reading and/or relaxing in. The potted plants lining the windows sealed the deal for me. I stopped and snapped a few quick shots. This one captured the subtle somber nature of the day, overcast quiet, and grey, a great day for a cup of something warm and book. After this quick little stop I hoped back on my fiets and kept going toward the beach.