I find it hard to “act naturally” when staring down the lens of a camera… or, in my case, aad cellphone mounted on a tripod.
It’s has taken a bit of getting used to, mounting my phone on a $20 tripod, and then using the Bluetooth “clicker” to snap the photo. And in order to get my entire body in for a standing pose, the camera is so far away…. I can’t see what I am shooting!
So basically… I just snap a lot! Between 30 – 50 will get me a few good ones… or at least enough for my post.
And it’s not that I am exceedingly vain, or have super high standards. Heck, I have photos that I consider in the humbling category… but I post them anyway. Why??
Because it’s real. That is pretty much how I look. And at 62 years old… I just don’t think I have to keep up my supermodel image anymore. (Snicker)
So here’s to debunking the perfection myth. And here’s to the tired eyes, silver strands, poochy bellies, and all the lines on our faces, and scars on our bodies that show where we’ve been, and what we’ve survived.
For those of you new to this blog …I am involved in a 100-Day Challenge, put on by Wool& — Same dress. 100 days. (And yes, you can wash it!) Part of my reasons for deciding to do this was to simplify my life, especially with my lifestyle.
What’s in store today:
After visiting more with Number 1, and practicing my Appalachian Flatfooting and Clogging, I took off for the coast. There was a storm front coming in, threatening to drop some snow in Portland, Oregon, and the SW Washington coast. Indeed, it got into the 30s and did snow, so I am glad that I got an early start, and off the road.
I’ll be posting a follow-up video on Saturday for my Appalachian Flatfooting and Clogging page. Should be interesting to see how much i have improved in a week. I have practiced EVERY day! Yee Haw!
If you would like to learn more about Appalachian Flatfooting and Clogging ,And about the great online program I found with a FABULOUS teacher, Click HERE.
Today, I did something a little different. I took the photos from the last 23 days, and used the phone “Highlights” feature to make a little 1 minute movie!
So get out there and ACT NATURALLY!
–tracy
As part of the challenge, I will be posting my daily outfits on blog posts as well as social media with the hashtag #tracywearswool — please follow along — and see all the creative outfits that I can come up with!
SOME OF MY RECENT POSTS:
River Hat
The River Hat is a versatile, mid-weight hat, knit up rather quickly in worsted. Easy to memorize basketweave stitch pattern, and perfect for solids, variegated and long stripes. Makes a great gift for anyone. Watch out though, they are addicting to knit! This stitch...
Canyon Hat
The Canyon Hat is a nice chunky hat made in bulky weight yarn, Easy to memorize, and shows off hand-dyed yarn in all its glory! It makes a great gift for anyone. Watch out though, they are addicting to knit! This pattern is perfect for a beginner’s first project. You...
yarn delivery: vidalana in desert dusk
I just got a super sweet yarn delivery: Vidalana in Desert Dusk! In the old days, I use to visit my LYS and check out the yarn displays, spending hours sometimes. Deciding WHAT to pick sometimes takes a bit of time! But things have changed a bit.. and in this...
what to pack for a long rv trip
It is hard to know what to pack for RV trips.. especially if you are new at it. Whether you have decided to become a full-timer, or are bridging the gap between houses, or are just planning a long trip....there is a lot to think about when getting ready for an...
bulldog rescue: finding rainey
This is Rainey, bulldog rescue and -- Queen of Everything. She is a special needs pup that we recently adopted through an incredible organization: Lily's Pad Rescue. Rainey is a petite bulldog -- about 30 lbs, with Spina Bifida. Although she is fully mobile, she...
zig zag cloth
The zig zag cloth is another super simple and quick knit. It is a 1-row pattern, knit 2 tows in one color, then two rows in the other color. the yarn is carried up the side, so it never shows. Perfect for a beginner, and a great traveling project for someone with...
Did I mention my Appalachain Flatfooting and Clogging Challenge?? Check it out:
