Amanita's Cosmos

Tuesday, April 29, 2014

return of the cosmos...

I'm going to start posting on this blog again. I can't believe it's been since last July!! Lots has happened during my hiatus, including breaking my camera. As soon as I get a new one I'll be sharing just like the good ol' days.

xo ~Amanita

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

garden details...

A few details from my garden. Taken with my cell phone :)

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

meet zoe mae...

Meet Baby Zoe Mae, born March 10, 2013. Our new niece and another beautiful addition to the family. Congratulation Mommy Erin, Daddy Zack and Sister Scarlett. She will be spoiled with overwhelming love!

Thursday, May 9, 2013

cactus spines...

Cactus exhibit at the United States Botanic Gardens in Washington D.C.

Thursday, April 25, 2013

memorials of dc...

Cherry Blossom Season in DC

Vietnam Woman's Memorial Statue

Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Path to the Lincoln Memorial

Lincoln Memorial

Overlooking the Reflection Pool to the Washington Monument

Korean War Veterans Memorial

World War II Memorial

Representing California at the WWII Memorial

Happy Tourists!

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

here comes the rain again...

At China Camp State Park with the little one. Beautiful skies right before the rain.

Friday, March 29, 2013

good friday...

On our last night in Arequipa, Peru, we stumbled into the Plaza de Armas in which the celebration of Good Friday was taking place. The scene was much different than something we would see here in the US. A recording in Spanish played throughout the entire square, day and night, speaking of Jesus and his last moments before crucifixion. Bible quotes would repeat and the sounds of a man getting beaten and tortured rang throughout the area. A parade walked through the streets with the people reenacting Jesus' demise. It was really interesting to be able to witness the different ways this culture respected the holiday. All the while we were blessed with another beautiful sunset.