I love taking photos. Some of the shots I end up getting end up making me really happy. So to facilitate that happiness, I decided to pick some of my favorites and print them as 8x10s (as large as was feasibly manageable).
I had a really giant bulletin board donated to the cause that can accommodate 28 of these favorite photos. Some of these you've seen on this blog before. All plants and water and rocks and skies. No kittens or mittens or brown paper packages tied up in string (no offense to those who would choose those for their wall of favorites).
This monstrosity/piece of simple happiness now leans against the wall at the back of my desk. So as I sit there to analyze data, write manuscripts, edit manuscripts, read manuscripts, I can take a frustration break once in a while and let my gaze wander across my favorite photos.
It's a little like being able to walk from room to room in the more pleasant wings of my brain, looking at these peaceful colors and lines. I don't have proof, but I would bet that my blood pressure lowers every time I glance up from my work.
As you can see, I have one open spot left to fill. I'm waiting for the photograph that belongs there. I don't know from whence it shall come, but I can't wait to get there!
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