The Seasides

11:30pm

Last few minutes of 2014. Couldn't think of a better way to celebrate this amazing year. Love these people!

2:05pm

Low tide fun with my sis.

4:23pm

Hello, big sky.

4:52pm

Evening jaunt with a gentleman, who's also a scarf model. His beautiful threads were handwoven by Venezuelan artisan and rising star, Ruben Marroquin.

12:05pm

This pretty prancing pony is a law enforcer, as part of the Bridgeport Mounted Unit. It would seem the history of the mounted police in Bridgeport dates back to at least 1918. The major factors in selecting a horse for police duty is a quiet disposition, followed by an ability to adapt to many city "noises," such as traffic and construction. Margaret, here, passed all those tests. You go, girl!

1:15pm

Wait, it's winter? Feels pretty tropical!

11:58am

These are a few of my favorite things. Stocking knit by my Babka and ornaments made by my Mimi. Beautiful sunshine at the park. Merry Christmas, everyone!

12:55pm

Bridgeport's candy cane on a foggy Christmas Eve.

4:55pm

Festive!

8:08am

The lion is symbolic of strength, courage, and wisdom, to name a few. This goes out to Noah who's 15 years wise today. And he's one of the coolest cats around.

5:38pm

Winter solstice, the longest night and the shortest day of the year. Also, officially the beginning of winter. 

5:00pm

Seagulls are quite the clever bird. I read that they stamp their feet in a group to imitate rainfall and trick earthworms to come to the surface. Good call. And they live the good life, hanging by beaches and waterfronts on the reg. Their average lifespan is about 10-15 years. Hope this little dude had a good run!

8:38am

Vintage street light. Thinking 1950's? Could be confused for a really tall mushroom, if you're a gnome.

8:30am

Candy cane no no's.

8:29am

Yes, I know I took a similar pic not so long ago. But this moment is ferry good, don't you think?

7:59am

At one point this said, "Remington Prod. Inc." when the company manufactured the first electric shaver 76 years ago. There are plans to redevelop the abandoned plant, but for now it's a remnant slowly decaying. Unlike most, I find it fascinating instead of disgusting. Mostly, because I daydream about the possible opportunities it presents. I'll let you pick my brain if you're interested!

8:26am

My sediments exactly.

1:50pm

On or off the grid?

4:35pm

After racing to take this before the colors disappeared, I turned around and realized I had gotten in the way of another picture-taker in her vehicle. I quickly apologized and she said not to worry, my silo ended up being a cool addition to her pic. Turns out we were both sun chasing this eve. Nice to meet you, Chantel!

9:10am

The elusive Bridgeport Port Jefferson Ferry. Although it's a substantial vessel, even from my viewpoint at the park, in photos it always looks like a tiny speck. As evidenced here. By day, it cruises into colorful skies and fluffed up clouds. By night, it twinkles along, lit up like a floating Christmas tree. It's always a treat to witness, and even more fun onboard.

7:40am

First snow and the General seems to be into it. It was all melted by this afternoon, when I returned for another shoot in the 'hood with the ever so talented Victoria Gloria Photography. We have another little something up our sleeves for you guys. Stay tuned!

9:00am

Love the modern architecture of the RowAmerica Boat Repair Building. Their industry is just as interesting as their exterior structure. The parent company was founded by Howard Winklevoss in 2003. From their website – "The new Bridgeport, CT headquarters includes offices and ample warehouse space for the distribution of both WinTech and King Racing shells, RowAmerica Boat Repair and RowAmerica Boat Clubs, a new company dedicated to expanding our sport through the development of rowing clubs around the USA where they wouldn’t have been realized otherwise." I love that their website also includes things to do at Seaside. Pretty incredible to have them in the neighborhood!

3:35pm

A significant amount of precipitation.
 

8:50am

Marbled, frozen, and awesome.

4:16pm

Welcoming my adorable niece into this world. Congrats to Lorin and Geoff! 

3:45pm

Stranger in the rain.

1:30pm

I had a really cool opportunity for a unique photo – a gaggle of geese taking an afternoon swim. I wanted to get a closer angle so I hid behind these reeds to get prepped. And then at just the right moment, they flew off. I will get you someday, feathered friends!

3:10pm

Mother Nature has decked halls too.

12:23pm

POW. This cannon was captured from a Spanish warship. Don't mess!

8:55am

This shot took some balls.

8:45am

This lighthouse sits off the Western tip of the park, on an extension called Fayerweather Island. It's accessible only by foot, by crossing the breakwater rocks. A fun hike for me this morning. Though it's no longer functioning, it was from about 1824 until 1932. In those early years, the lamps were kept burning by Kate Moore. She started when she was only 12. 190 years ago. Wow!