The Seasides

4:39pm

Boo.

6:03am

That's right, you read that correctly. 6AM. Not that it's a bad thing. I wish I had the motivation to be awake at this hour more often. Today I'm up before sunrise because I'm headed to the Nearly Impossible conference with some fantastic chicas. Excited to hear from pros that have made successful products. Speaking of, this awesome BPT postcard was designed and printed by Hartford Prints! – two fab sisters that are attending with me today. We've got a lot more up our sleeves, too ;)

8:50am

I had plotted a different shot for this morning (only sometimes do I plot), but nature had different plans. Love how the heavy fog blends the sky with the Sound. 

5:24pm

Oh, The Lot. This boarded up shack may look like it's adjacent to Kubrick's Overlook Hotel, but it has so much potential! I see a fresh paint job, lots of windows, retro lawn chairs, globe lights, picnic tables, and the most delicious sangrias and fish tacos in CT. Kinda inspired by this gem, La Brisa. But yeah, this place could be a goldmine.

4:30pm

Big park, small creature.

4:05pm

This monument was added to the park's south end in 1897 to honor Henry Bergh’s lifelong efforts to protect animals. This shot also goes out to my pony-obsessed, lovely friend and new mama, Mrs. Kristyn Shayon Miller. Congratulations! 

12:55pm

Jasper enjoying the sun and the Sound. Guest photog, his pops.

9:30am

On this morning's quest for a photo, my car ran out of gas. Whoops! So I took pictures of puddles while my little sis went to retrieve fuel. Love ya, Laur! 

1:38pm

This little cutie was brought to my doorstep this morning! My neighbor was trying to track down her owner.  I got pretty attached and want her in our family. Ha! Stay tuned...

5:35pm

Twig and berries?

6:58pm

Wasn't able to get to the park today. Fortunately, my go-to guest photog stepped in to help me out with this "All of the Lights" inspired shot. #goodnight 

8:45am

Swings were my all-time playground favorite. I'd spend hours entertaining myself on them. OK, so that still might be true 30 some odd years later. Ha :)

11:33am

Ahhhhhh Sunday. A little chilly, somewhat listless, and a lot of awesome.

6:35pm

Shout out to my guest photographer for the evening, Luke Scott. He enters territory that I myself may not be able to access. Never say never, though. I've been known to pee in a urinal here and there.

6:06pm

Struggled with subject matter today. Then found this rusty gem!

9:29am

Low hanging fruit!

8:52am

Vibrant green table. No such luck for the leaves.

8:55am

It's about time I feature Mr. P.T. Barnum, 19th century circus impresario, who is largely responsible for the creation of this indelible park. He's got a pretty perfect view, sitting up there, hovering proudly over the Sound. Engraved below him it says in Latin: pro beneficiis aevo extento vivet. The literal translation is "live for extended benefits ages." He certainly did.

10:10pm

You know that smell when it starts to lightly rain on pavement? It's like the ultimate combination of urban meets nature. This evening, I took this photo soaking in that sweet fragrance. It always reminds me of a specific thunderstorm – 15 years ago, maybe more – when my sister Laurie and I threw a frisbee outside in our yard, as the sky poured down on us. One of my favorite moments in time.

4:27pm

Chomp, chomp. Nom, nom.

8:50am

Moody, misty Saturday morning. I asked this fella if I could snap his pic. He was hunting crabs to use for fishing bait. 

8:14am

Full disclosure. I have maximum level wanderlust, which is only exaggerated by this magical park. Typical downtime is spent daydreaming about where I'm going next and the adventures that will ensue. 

6:09pm

Today was OK.

9:00am

Long Island Sound through the lens of a garbage can. Don't worry, I didn't climb in it, that would just be silly...

9:56pm

It's late. It's been great. It's all about the light. Goodnight!

(Does this qualify as a haiku?)

6:14pm

This is one heck of a bike route!

12:57pm

I have a thirst for long fall shadows.

4:08pm

Rain, rain, don't go away. I love a cozy Saturday.

Welcome to the world, beautiful Beau! Can't wait to meet you. 

So I must confess, this image was not actually taken on the 3rd, but the following day. It's the first time I've missed a day for the project. But ya know, this little adorable newborn boy and his totally incredible parents had me forgetting everything else for a good 48 hours.

xo Auntie Marcie

8:49am

This one is for my girl Madds—peace and ohm today. You are a birthing goddess!

6:11pm

Seagull volleyball showdown.