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:
waffle cloth
The waffle cloth is one of my favorites! I give away lots of washcloths throughout the year, but especially during the holidays. They make super gifts, and I often pair them up with handcrafted soap, bath salts, or other bath items. Made of soft absorbent 100%...
pot scrubber, i love you!
Who doesn't love a great Pot Scrubber!! The kind that works without scratching your pots, pans, and glassware? Simple to use, toss it in the laundry when it gets grungy! Today on the virtual knitting circle, I previewed some really interesting yarn that I ordered --...
knitting circle at your house!
Everyone loves an old fashioned knitting circle! It is always fun to join up with other knitters, share stories and ideas, get advice from seasoned knitters, and ohhh & ahhh over someone's finished project. Or the newly acquired yarn. Not to mention, new...
Who’s Hungry for Curry?
Cafe Quarentina Presents... Curry!So you have been locked inside. And your pantry is looking pretty bleak. Here is what I made last night, which turned out to be delicious, comforting, curry goodness. With just a few simple items -- mostly from Trader Joe's. I have...
Did I mention my Appalachain Flatfooting and Clogging Challenge?? Check it out:
